We recently got home from our annual week in Glen Arbor, Michigan. This is a week we look forward to all year long. I’ve been coming to Glen Arbor since I was 3 years old, and it’s become a special…
Summer Vacation Ideas in Michigan
With this warm weather it truly feels like summer is quickly approaching. As a midwest girl born and raised I’m all about a Michigan summer. This is the season we’ve all been waiting for. When people ask why I live…
The 411 in the 616: Marching into Spring
Hi friends! We’re officially marching into spring with the first day of March. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel with spring just a few weeks away. We made the most of the warmer weather last…
12 Winter Weather Essentials I Love
The winter season is in full swing here in Michigan. With the fresh snow this morning, I thought I would share some of my favorite winter essentials. These are some items I can’t live without during the cold and snowy…
A Recap of My Week Up North + A Guide to Glen Arbor
I’m back from an amazing week in Glen Arbor, Michigan with my family. Believe it our not, this was our 30th year vacationing together in Glen Arbor. Pretty crazy right? My dad spent years going up to Glen Arbor with…
My Favorite Things To Do On Mackinac Island
We’re back from our trip to Mackinac Island! In case you didn’t see on Instagram, we took a little getaway to Mackinac Island for our anniversary last week. I can’t begin to tell you how amazing it felt to pack…
The GR Guide 2020 Summer Bucket List + Fun Holidays
The summer bucket list is here! I feel determined to make the most of this summer after a long “stay at home” spring season. Agreed? There are still some restrictions in place so I tried to keep this in mind…
The GR Guide Summer Issue is LIVE!
The GR Guide summer issue is here! I’m so excited to share this new content with you. I hope you enjoy reading through this digital magazine, making some of the recipes or crossing things off the summer bucket list. I’ll…
The 411 in the 616: Winter Snow Globe
Cheers to a new week! Yesterday felt like we were living in a winter snow globe here in Grand Rapids with all the snow we got. Thankfully it seems like we’ll have a break from any more snow until later…
The 411 in the 616: Countdown to Christmas
Good morning friends! We had such a fun weekend hosting friends for happy hour, dinner at Terra, cleaning the house, and watching the entire season 3 of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. If you haven’t watched this show it’s a must!…
The GR Guide Holiday Issue
Welcome to December! Can you believe 2019 is almost over? Looking back on this year I’m so grateful for your kind words, support and well wishes. THANK YOU! This idea of putting together a “mini magazine” has been a goal of mine…
The Grand Rapids Winter Bucket List 2019
It’s officially feeling like winter! So it’s time for a new bucket list featuring my favorite things to do around Grand Rapids this season. Sometimes when it’s snowing and the wind chill is brutal it’s challenging to even leave the house…
