Would you like to grow some of your own vegetables but don’t know where to start? Check out this class offered through Oakland County in conjunction with Michigan State University Extension Office Vegetable Gardening 101 – March 1st from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. The class is held at the Oakland County Executive Office Building, 2100 …
The Kid Dictionary by Eric Ruhalter
We all know that kids do some really funny and sometimes weird things. Eric Ruhalter’s brand new 214 page book is filled with funny “words to describe the indescribable things kids do”. The book got more than a few laughs out me. It is a very clever book that will surely put a smile on …
Mafalda’s Chocolate Bundt Cake
I was introduced to this cake last winter while visiting friends of ours in Florida. My husband loved it so much the lady of the house made it twice during our short visit! I have made it at least 5 times since then. Mostly for special occasions (I try to limit the sweet stuff). It’s …
The Secret World of Arrietty
Imagine that tiny people were living in your walls and under the floorboards of your house. Would you want them gone or would you think that it’s pretty cool? The Secret World of Arrietty is a wonderful movie about just that – it’s based on the classic book by Mary Norton called The Borrowers. …
Delicious Crock Pot Chicken
When my friend, Tracy, told me about one of her families favorite recipes I wasn’t sure what to think. It had a strange combination of ingredients (cranberries and onion soup mix??). She assured me it was yummy and that her friends back in Wisconsin love it too. So I gave it a try…. and it …
Detroit Kennel Club Dog Shows at Cobo ** Ticket Giveaway**
Michigan’s Only Benched Dog Show is getting ready for the 108th and 109th Detroit Kennel Club (DKC) Dog Show March 3 and 4, 2012. “We are very excited to present another weekend packed full of family-fun, competition, and of course offering visitors up-close and personal time with the breeders, owners and handlers,” said Erik …