Author: Shandra Martinez

Mackinac Island West Bluff Victorian Cottage

Mackinac Island West Bluff Victorian Cottage

Michigan Bucket List: Mackinac Island’s Lilac Festival

Lilacs are not native to this part of the world, but one of Michigan’s top tourist destinations has some historic blooms and a big festival to celebrate them.

Reasons to Start a Hydroponic Garden

Family observing plants growing in home hydroponics pots

Family observing plants growing in home hydroponics pots

You may never want to dig in the dirt again. Hydroponic gardening has a growing number of fans. Here’s why. 

Handicapped camping sign in campground

Handicapped camping sign in campground

Accessible Trails and Fishing Spots Expanding at Michigan State Campgrounds and Parks

If you or someone close to you needs easy-to-reach sites or trails at state campgrounds, or accessible fishing spots, here’s the best way to find them.

Blue Mind Theory: The Effects of Water on Mental Health

Couple watching a beautiful sunrise together

Couple watching a beautiful sunrise together

A love for water can give you a Blue Mind boost, and the science behind blue color psychology can make you feel calm and relaxed.

Chia seed drink in glass

Chia seed drink in glass

 TikTok Fact Check: Chia Seed Water

Is making chia seed water just the latest internet fad, or is this TikTok craze a healthy way to get nutrients and fiber while keeping hunger at bay?

How to Get Involved in Michigan’s Senior Olympics

Senior Olympics

Senior Olympics

From road races to freestyle swim events, Michigan’s Senior Olympics has a spot for all sports enthusiasts 50 and older. 

Look at our herb garden

Look at our herb garden

What to Plant in an Herb Garden

If you want a big gardening payoff with minimal investment, plant an herb garden and up your kitchen’s flavor game.

What You Need to Know About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Woman with stomach pain staying home

Woman with stomach pain staying home

Ten percent of women in their childbearing years develop PCOS, which is why talking to your doctor about the symptoms is so important.

Wooden Windmill in Holland Michigan

Wooden Windmill in Holland Michigan

Michigan Spring Bucket List: Best Spots to See Holland’s Famous Tulips

This West Michigan town is known for its spring tulip displays. Here are some insider tips on scenic spots to see them in full bloom.

What is Alopecia?

Man worried for alopecia checking hair for loss

Man worried for alopecia checking hair for loss

For a lot of people, sudden hair loss can be traumatic. Here are the causes of alopecia, and how it can be treated.