It was a normal Thursday afternoon in the summer, or so many people thought. Then almost 55 million people found themselves without power. (READ MORE)
August Is That You? Summer’s Last Gasp and Other Lies
It’s August. You’ve reached that magical part of the year where everything is hot, sticky, and somehow smells like sunscreen, regret, and barbecue residue. It’s still 89 degrees outside, but Target wants you to believe you need a 12-pack of mini Snickers for trick-or-treaters who won’t show up for another 80 days.
Before the Summer Sun Sets: A List of Odd Yet Glorious Things to Try
Summer is slipping. Like sand in a cracked pail. If you blink, it’ll be pumpkin spice season and people will wear flannel like they’re headed to chop wood, even though they live in a condo with radiant floor heating.
June 14, 1954: The Pledge of Allegiance
As a child I remember saying “The Pledge of Allegiance” every day at school. (READ MORE)
West Michigan Magazine – June 1996
It was the first time I appeared on a magazine cover… Come to think of it, it was also the last time as well! It was the cover of West Michigan Magazine back in June of 1996. (READ MORE)
Don’t Toss That Receipt—It’s Basically Free Money
I buy milk. I scan the receipt. I earn points. This is how I live now. You can earn cash and gift cards just by scanning your receipts!
World Naked Gardening Day — Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 is World Naked Gardening Day!
According to the World Naked Gardening Day organization, people across the globe are encouraged, on this day, to tend their portion of the world’s garden unclothed as nature intended. (READ MORE)