2018 Winter Activity List

Posted on January 11, 2018 by

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Going to college in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan I quickly fell in love with winter, and all nature has to offer. Fast forward to the present, and I dread winter. In Michigan it’s always gloomy and gray and driving in the mess just gives me all sorts of anxiety. Winter depression kicks in and I find myself spending more time indoors wallowing than outside having fun. This year I am making it a point to get the most out of winter and have as much fun as possible. A huge helping factor is the guy I am dating runs at the same energy level as me and gets my sense of wander and adventure so we always have a ton of fun together which should hopefully rub off during the dreariest months of the year. Here are 9 things I want to do/try this winter. What’s on your list?
1. Ski or Snowboard
I have never tried either before, and have always wanted to. I am really hoping this is the year I finally try one or the other. Bonus the boy loves going – so hopefully he’s willing to help me through it.

2. Cross Country Ski
I haven’t done it since college, but it’s something that I really would like to get out and do again.

3. Snowshoe
Snowshoeing is one of my favorite winter activities, it really allows me to get out there and explore the snowy terrain.

4. Hot tub in the snow
Seriously, so much fun and calming.

5. Head up north to check out the ice caves, ice balls, pancakes…etc.
The great lakes produce some serious amazingness in the winter.

6. Go tubing
Great way to get out and have some innocent fun.

7. Fat bike in the snow
because who wouldn’t want to bike in the snow?

8. Ride a snowmobile
Haven’t been on one in awhile and would just be fun to get out and see some new scenery.

9. Go ice skating
I’m not a great skater, but I love going and it’s always such a good time.

Home Cooked: Chinese Food

Posted on January 10, 2018 by

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Have you ever met someone that raises the bar on the dating norm? I know that I did, and the sad thing is – he thinks he’s just like everyone else. In reality he isn’t at all. How many guys do you know that actually will invite you over for homemade dinner or open your door – no not just the door to a store… the car door. It\’s a unique trait that a lot of guys really don\’t have anymore, while there are so many traits about him that are amazing, I’m going to start with dinner at his house. While I enjoy eating out with him and trying new food and restaurants (we’ve been to some really neat places), there is something about dinner at home that just makes my heart melt – especially with him. Our first time eating together came as a challenge, I was willing to help in the kitchen as well as do the dishes… something that he wasn’t used to. After a few conversations, and homemade meals together we’ve discovered that we work really well in the kitchen and delegating needs is becoming a natural habit. Our recent dinner date had a Chinese theme, which included egg drop soup, spicy chicken, rice and you can’t forget fortune cookies. The meal wasn’t entirely homemade, but it was delicious and nice to spend time in the kitchen with him making something we’d both get to sit down and enjoy. So, let me ask you this: would you rather eat out with your guy or have a (semi) home cooked meal with him?

2018 Health and Fitness Goals

Posted on January 9, 2018 by

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Goodbye 2017 and hello 2018. A new year means a new opportunity to reach the goals that you want to achieve and this year I am really going to focus on it being my best year yet. I am not setting resolutions, because to be honest they set me up for failure, however there are some goals that I want to achieve and I thought I would share them with you. Here are 11 of my fitness and health goals for the year, please feel free to share yours with me as well….

Hydrate
Eat clean
Limit sugar
Hold a plank for 2 minutes
Run a race on my birthday
Cook more meals at home
Meal prep, and actually eat the food prepared
Eat more fruits and vegetables
Take workouts to the next level and work on abs and booty gains
Try one new workout a month
Spend as much time outdoors working out

Southeast Michigan Indoor Activity List

Posted on January 8, 2018 by

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Winter doesn’t have to mean you’re stuck at home, there are plenty of fun indoor activities to do in Southeast Michigan. Here are a few of my favorites:
Visit the DNR Outdoor Adventure Center
last Wednesday of the month free admission 6-8pm

Check out Cranbrook Institute of Science
first Friday of the month free admission after 5pm

Head over to Belle Isle and visit the Aquarium, Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory and Dossin Great Lakes Museum.

Visit the Detroit Historical Museum

See amazing artwork at the Detroit Institute of Arts
free for residents of Macomb, Oakland or Wayne counties

Tour the Cranbrook Art Museum

Head to Hitsville USA

Michigan Science Center

Get a unique putt-putt experience at Putting Edge

Go climb at Planet Rock

Play games at C.J. Barrymores
Visit the Sealife Aquarium at Great Lakes Crossing

Coming to Detroit: Harlem Globetrotters

Posted on January 8, 2018 by

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The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to Detroit
and I have 4 (four) tickets up for grabs – see below
The Harlem Globetrotters, known for their one-of-a-kind family entertainment, will bring their “Amazing Feats of Basketball World Tour” to Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, February 3 at 1 p.m. to take on their long-time adversaries the Washington Generals. Tickets starting at $26.50 go on sale Monday, November 20 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased at 313Presents.com, harlemglobetrotters.com, the Fox Theatre and Little Caesars Arena XFINITY box offices and Ticketmaster.com. To charge tickets by phone, call (800) 745-3000. For group rates and information, reach out to Group sales at (313) 471-3099.
The Harlem Globetrotters will face a revamped Washington Generals team which recently launched a
more competitive profile over the summer, making an appearance at The Basketball Tournament. The
new tournament-tested team is looking to snap a 47-year losing streak against their world famous rivals
during their 2018 season.
With a star-studded roster featuring Big Easy Lofton, Ant Atkinson, Hi-Lite Bruton, Thunder Law, Bull
Bullard and Cheese Chisholm – plus female stars TNT Lister, Ace Jackson and Hoops Green – the
Globetrotters’ show is unrivaled in the world of family entertainment. Their game at Little Caesars Arena
will showcase incredible ball handling wizardry, rim-rattling dunks, trick shots, hilarious comedy and
unequaled fan interaction. After the game, Globetrotter stars will sign autographs and take photos with
fans.
For the latest news and information about the Harlem Globetrotters, visit the Globetrotters\’ official Web
site: http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com and follow them on Twitter @Globies.
About The Harlem Globetrotters®
The Harlem Globetrotters® are legendary worldwide, synonymous with one-of-a-kind family entertainment and
great basketball skills for the past 91 years. Throughout their history, the Original Harlem Globetrotters have
showcased their iconic talents in 123 countries and territories on six continents, often breaking down cultural and
societal barriers while providing fans with their first-ever basketball experience. Proud inductees of the Naismith
Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the Globetrotters have entertained hundreds of millions of fans – among them
popes, kings, queens, and presidents – over nine thrilling decades. The American Red Cross is the official charity of
the Harlem Globetrotters. Sponsored by Entenmann’s Donuts®, Ticket Galaxy and Baden Sports, Harlem
Globetrotters International, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Herschend Enterprises, the largest family-owned
themed entertainment company in the U.S. For the latest news and information about the Harlem Globetrotters,
visit the Globetrotters\’ official Web site: http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com and follow them on Twitter @Globies.
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