Tune Tuesday – What’s Going On

It was on this day in 1971 that Tamla Records (a division of Motown) released Marvin Gaye's What's Going On. According to many stories, it almost wasn't released. From songfacts.com: According to the book Mercy, Mercy Me: The Art, Loves & Demons of Marvin Gaye, Motown head Berry Gordy initially refused to release this song, calling … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – What’s Going On →

Home Bakery Does It Again

I admit that our state had high hopes for the Lions after last season. Even though the season ended without advancement to the playoffs, there is still a sense of pride in our team. Last year, the Home Bakery in Rochester, MI created a life-size replica of Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown doing … Continue reading Home Bakery Does It Again →

I’m Pretty Sure I’d Rather Have My Wife.

The Detroit Lions started the season with their first loss. Today, they beat the Bears 52-21. They had a fantastic season last year and fans like me hope to have another one. I enjoy watching football and I have always been a Lions fan. However, I suppose I would be in the minority in a … Continue reading I’m Pretty Sure I’d Rather Have My Wife. →

One Step Closer

To say that I have been waiting my entire life for this is an understatement! Like many Detroit Lions fans, I wondered if we'd ever get to see a winning season. This season was the best in the history of the team! My nerves were shot as I waited for the kickoff. So much was … Continue reading One Step Closer →

Detroit Grit!

16 years ago today, the Detroit Lions made history. Believe me, it is nothing to be proud of. It is a day that fans would rather forget. As a matter of fact, it is an entire season we'd like to forget. On December 28, 2008 the Lions lost to the Green Bay Packers to go … Continue reading Detroit Grit! →

Life’s Little Moments

It was back to work this week for me, but what a weekend to look back on! I find myself full of gratitude with each day. Turkey Day Miracle? We stayed home on Thanksgiving. I put the turkey in the oven about noon, knowing it would be done around 4:00pm. I made a pot of … Continue reading Life’s Little Moments →

Life’s Little Moments

Superstar It was an exciting thing this week to see how well Ella is doing in school. She brought home a "book" that they were working on with her. It is short words with the short "a" sound. She read the entire thing to us! "Max The Cat" was the book and she did such … Continue reading Life’s Little Moments →

Life’s Little Moments

I woke up yesterday morning to exactly what I expected in regard to social media. One side gloating and the other angry. Honestly, if the outcome had been different, it would have been the same way, just the other way around. It was the same here on WordPress, and because of that, I promise that … Continue reading Life’s Little Moments →

Life’s Little Moments

Looking back at the past seven days, it's been busy! Still Kickin' We had some issues with the soccer league that we signed Andrew up for. The communication prior to the actually first day was a mess. Do we need a uniform or not? Will the coach be there or not? It was not very … Continue reading Life’s Little Moments →

Finally! The Weekend.

It is Groundhog Day. The above critter is not a groundhog, I realize. Perhaps, I should have posted an appropriate groundhog picture? Hold on a sec .... .... Ok, I'm back. I have one. You're welcome. The kids each got to enjoy a special day today. Andrew got to spend the day at Nana's house and Ella got to go … Continue reading Finally! The Weekend. →