Michiganders (and former Michiganders) know that one of the best parts about living here is that we truly get four seasons. Even if you aren’t a fan of the cooler temperatures, it’s hard to deny the beauty when the leaves turn from green to varying shades of orange and red in September and October. What’s [...]
There are so many things to love about West Michigan, from its beautiful landscapes to its beautiful beaches, there is something for everyone. My favorite thing since moving to Grand Rapids has to be the fall season, it’s amazing to watch all the beautiful colors as the trees change! As an international student from Ghana, [...]
The red, yellow, and orange colors of the fall season are finally starting to make an appearance. With the beginning of Autumn comes football games, hayrides, and visiting your favorite apple orchard with friends, family, and sometimes a pet. In West Michigan, we don’t experience fall for very long before winter comes creeping in so [...]
Growing up, “yes ma’am” and “no sir” were expected phrases when speaking to everyone, carbonated beverages were ALWAYS “soda”, and “y’all” was the only proper way to address a group of people. I was born and raised in Michigan, but the two biggest influences in my life were southerners. My parents grew up in the [...]
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