1. Old-timey, bluegrass & blues music by the Skinny Raccoons -
From the first time I saw the name on a poster in Blue Fish Music store in Plymouth’s Old Village 3 years ago right up until Mike hired them to play for my non-birthday party this past April, something about the heartfelt lyrics and the personal sound of the music has me hooked. I just can’t get enough. This is one of my favorites but if you want the really good stuff check out their original work on ReverbNation. You can even download their songs for free. (And like them on Facebook for notice of upcoming shows)
2. Seeds Studio Photography by Scottie Magro-
The artful, insightful photos Scottie Magro took of Alanah, Adam and Daniel at our house this past spring are so beautiful I almost cry with happiness every time I look at them. She captured each of their little personalities so clearly.
Alanah "Nana"
Adam "Ama"
Daniel "boonedoggle"
3. Downtown Wayne Revitalization
I can’t remember a time when I’ve been more excited and proud to live in Wayne! The Wayne Ripple Effect group along with many dedicated residents and business owners has been gaining momentum ever since the Michigan Main Street presentation last October. The “For the Love of Wayne” blog (inspired by the For the Love of Cities book), flower planting project, downtown clean up and their “Hops & Schnapps” event have brought some added zest to the downtown. And there’s more to come! You know the community pride is contagious when Mike Brindley gets inspired! (Wayne folks can “like” the Facebook page for updates.)
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4. Harry Potter -
With the final installation of the movies coming out, Mike and I have watched/re-watched the first 6.5 movies. Now I’m listening to the books on CD in the car. I’m not sure if it’s just that the stories are that good (and they are) or if it’s just that every word takes me straight back in time to 2000 when Kevin & Rissy and I started reading them together every night before bed during “storytime”.
5. Pringles Light Sour Cream and Onion Chips -
What other potato chip can you eat for just about 4 calories each. Yum.
