Teens can be hard to talk to. Adolescence is a period full of eye rolls, heavy sighs, one-word answers, and sarcastic responses. But don’t let your teen’s hard exterior stop you from communicating. Your teen needs your love, guidance, and listening ear more than ever. Here are some tips for keeping the conversations flowing: Be …
Teen-Friendly Food: Bacon Macaroni & Cheese Recipe
I’ve mentioned before about how teenagers eat a lot like toddlers. Today, at the dinner table my youngest teenager said to me, “I didn’t have any breakfast or lunch!” Upon asking her “Why,” I discovered that what she was saying was code for “We are out of Pizza Rolls.” Keeping a teenager fed …
Local Author Spotlight: Melissa Brodsky
Local friend of Detroit Mommies, Melissa Brodsky has many accomplishments including being a wonderful mother & wife, authoring a successful blog and being the co-founder of Smart Savvy Social. As of June 13, 2013, she can now add “published author” to that list, when the paranormal romance novel, Dark Dawn, was released on Amazon. Co-authored …
5 Rules for Teens and Social Media
No matter how social media savvy you are as a parent, it’s easy to feel a little slow (out of it) when you watch your teens zipping around Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and the like. They probably make using social sites look effortless. But keep in mind that being adept at using social networking platforms doesn’t …
Kick off Summer with a FREE Concert
Get ready to don your shorts, sandals and sunnies to start off the DSO’s summer season with the FREE Summer Celebration Concert onWednesday, June 26 at 7 p.m. at Orchestra Hall, presented by Scott Shuptrine Interiors. A warm weather-inspired program including An American in Paris, William TellOverture and the Superman March will greet guests, along with local food and …
Ann Taylor Summer Lookbook
Summer at Ann Taylor is gorgeous! The chic collection will have you resort ready in no time with day-glo brights, a new take on stripes, bold florals, long sexy skirts, and statement making jewelry & accessories that shine. Check out the Summer Collection at Ann Taylor, and while you’re there don’t miss their Summer Favorites Under …