Oakland, CA has a lot of options for sports and leisure, including family activities. So as not to get lost in the variety and not to hang up on sitting in the bars, we offer you five options for spending your time.
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Oakland County Moms founder Lisa LaGrou shares personal articles about Oakland County and Metro Detroit, MI news, parenting, and entertainment, kids, and life
Will and Trust Planning is Easier Than You Think
Will and Trust Planning – Yes, I am forty-something and, until recently, had not done a Will and Trust yet. Yes, I realize it’s something you should do the
I Married My Cultural Opposite
I Married My Cultural Opposite – How to manage when you marry a different family background. It’s not breaking news that my husband and I come from
5 Athletes You Didn’t Know Were Born or Raised in Oakland
It is hard to believe that Oakland would not be home to some of the most famous athletes all over the world given the number of the sports teams that the town hosts.
Are Dads More Involved in Parenting Today?
Are Dads More Involved in Parenting Today? – I notice a lot more dads at their kids’ school socials and sporting events, far more than I can recall when
Parenting Safe Words Help Teens Combat Peer Pressure
Do you have a safe word? I’m not talking about 50 Shades of Grey, I’m talking about parenting teens! Having parenting safe words or secret code only you
What I Would Tell My Younger Self
What I Would Tell My Younger Self – Watching my kids go through certain awkward times of their lives, I sometimes wonder what I would tell my younger
Baby Milestones I Won’t Miss
Baby Milestones I Won’t Miss – I’m bringing this one back after meeting up with a friend whose son is finally past the baby/toddler stage. We laughed
The Joys of Having Independent Children
The Joys of Having Independent Children – Ahhh the sweet taste of freedom. Years ago my sister sat me down and said “You have no idea, it’s like getting
Antiques Appraisal Advice
Antiques Appraisal Advice – How Much is the Stuff in Your Basement Worth? – I interviewed antique appraisal expert Patrick van der Vorst, founder
