Tag Archives: Detroit

Three Questions for the Detroit Lions Offense Coaching Staff

Posted on October 23, 2012 by

Where did the magic go? Or, maybe that’s the key word in this entire post: magic. I am talking about the Detroit Lions a 10-6 record and wildcard slot in the 2011 season. Was that season a fluke? Before I rant any further, … Continue reading →

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Last Days of Summer: Katniss, Beautiful Revisits, Classic Rides, Missing Husbands and Fifty Shades of Fudgery

Posted on September 7, 2012 by

It’s been a while. My hiatus wasn’t even intended. But, then I looked. My most recent blog post is dated  July 26. I compare this blog community faux pas to those ancient days when I failed miserably as a snail-mail … Continue reading →

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Lovely Sisters

Posted on July 26, 2012 by

  Last week Progress on my reading list is sometimes slow. That’s why I just stepped into the highly addictive Hunger Games Trilogy, by Suzanne Collins. I’m sure most will agree that the gripping stories Collins’ weaves — featuring Katniss, … Continue reading →

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School’s Out: Week 1 — Hot Stuff

Posted on June 26, 2012 by

Issa, Riff and I sprinted through Week 1 of summer break. It was a streak of hot, warped-speed fun, which included … pancake mornings, swim suit afternoons, and scorching-hot evenings that called for grilling out whenever possible. After-hours indulgences include … Continue reading →

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Back Health Issues

Posted on June 19, 2012 by

One would think the back pain issues I have been experiencing resulted from the 3.1 miles of trails, I ran Saturday in my first 5k since August 2011. My friend, Sue and the Mathes Team challenged us runner to dig … Continue reading →

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Monday at 11:50: Blue, Lions, and Three Supermoms

Posted on January 9, 2012 by

Living north of the “D” has been anything but normal this January. Temps have surged toward 50 for several consecutive days. The Detroit Lions made their first post-season appearance in more than a decade, and two fellow supermoms and myself … Continue reading →

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2012 Forward Thinking

Posted on January 3, 2012 by

It’s been awhile. Where does the time go? Can you believe 2012 is well underway? Champagne corks and fireworks exploded days ago around the world. I wish there was a pause or slow motion button available for those extra special life moments. But, life doesn’t … Continue reading →

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Good People, Good Neighbors

Posted on December 10, 2011 by

I am a lifelong suburbanite of Detroit. With the exception of my college years, I have called this place one hour north of the “D”, home. Despite thoughts about skipping town for something more exciting in say San Diego or … Continue reading →

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Sunday Night Football: Lions Go Yellow

Posted on December 5, 2011 by

Despite the numbers reported from the bookies in Vegas; and despite the naysayers writing their pieces all over the Web, I held onto my belief in the underdogs. After all, I am lifelong Detroit Lions’ fan. And, I do believe … Continue reading →

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The Love Continues

Posted on October 12, 2011 by

My love for football and the Detroit Lions burns deep in my soul. Five weeks, five wins, and no losses. The tradition of having to select an alternate team to carry me to the Superbowl is on indefinite pause. I … Continue reading →

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