Dinner With Santa at Meadow Brook Hall

My family and I were invited to have dinner with Santa at Meadow Brook Hall and a magical night it was. First off, Meadow Brook Hall is located in Rochester and was the home of the Dodge and Wilson families.  Matilda, widow of automobile pioneer John Dodge and her second husband, lumber broker Alfred G. …

Under the Radar Puts the Positive Back in Detroit

One of my favorite local blogs is Positive Detroit by Erin Rose.  And, today while perusing her blog, I came across this YouTube show called Under the Radar and it is SO cool.  Thanks for sharing Erin!  (if you don’t already subscribe to Positive Detroit…you should!) Courtney is the ultimate multitasking mom!  She runs  three …

We Had Dinner at Edsel and Eleanor Ford’s Home

My husband and I were invited for a very special evening at Edsel and Eleanor Ford’s home. We were given a tour of the estate and served a wonderful dinner of soup, salad, beef, asparagus and roasted red skin potatoes.  Then for dessert, a tasty tiramisu . It was very nice to get away with …

Lounge in Luxury at Somerset Exclusively for American Express Cardholders

There is nothing more tiring than shopping and Christmas shopping tops my list as the most tiring shopping experiences! American Express today announced the opening of “Members Lounge” at Somerset Collection South in Troy.  Exclusively available to American Express Cardmembers now through Dec. 27, Members Lounge will provide a relaxing and rejuvenating escape from the …

Lilly Picadilly: Detroit’s Premier Clown!

Meet Detroit Mommy Alma Schoenhide aka “Lilly Picadilly”!  Alma is a hard working, home schooling mom of 4, and she also is a professional clown.  She has been featured at many Detroit area events, does face painting and balloons at local festivals and restaurants, and offers family friendly entertainment for events and parties.  Alma is …