The John Ball Zoo

The John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, Michigan has been a place of nostalgia for us since we first visited almost a decade ago in 2013. Derek and I have made a lot of memories together going to zoos, aquariums, and wildlife sanctuaries over the years which has evolved into our passion for birding on […]

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Pickleball Tournament: Southwest Michigan Humane Society

Pickleball has been an exciting journey for us over the last six months. We have entered into a new sport, continually meet new players, and strive to better our game. I have enjoyed playing at the competitive level in four local tournaments over the past few months with different teammates. Preparing for a tournament can […]

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The Pleasantly Peculiar Sport of FootGolf

It’s true origins are unknown, but as early as 2001, footballers were experimenting with a new sport. FootGolf, as it has come to be called, is a combination of a round of golf played with a soccer ball. The first official tournament was held in the Netherlands in 2008 and has continued to advance around […]

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U2: The Joshua Tree Tour 2017

In the heart of Detroit, Michigan on a “Sunday, Bloody, Sunday” of Labor Day Weekend, we witnessed music legends pour their souls into songs over 30 years old energizing a stadium of fans hanging onto every note. We experienced an enlightened transformation into U2 fandom after attending this fantastic concert. Prior to selecting concert-day tickets on […]

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