It’s coming on Christmas
By Amy Hensel I was born early in December, far enough from December 25 that holiday celebrations don’t overshadow any birthday plans I may make,… Login to continue reading Login…
Opinion
Food insecurity in the US
No one should go hungry in the richest nation on Earth It is an astonishingly large number: 5.3 billion. That’s how many meals were distributed… Login to continue reading Login…
A Pear-fectly chaotic story
By Mandilee Hechtmhecht@cherryroad.com Two teas and one rogue pear Advent calendars are a fun tradition—a daily surprise to count down the days until Christmas. A… Login to continue reading Login…
Propaganda Analysis
Propaganda cannot be analyzed in a logical vacuum. Every step in the operation is intensely practical. There is nothing timeless about it, other than that… Login to continue reading Login…
Relax to the max
By Douglas P. Marsh dmarsh@cherryroad.com Rumination on holiday vacation Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year are three of four of our national holidays established in 1870,… Login to continue reading Login…
Navigating grief and loss during the holiday season
âTis the season for celebration and good cheer. However, for many Michiganders, the absence of a loved one â whether through death, divorce or another painful separation â can make this time of year feel almost unbearable. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 64% of people with depression report the holidays just make them feel worse.
Embrace Small Business Saturday
As November begins, so does the busiest shopping season of the year. Weâre familiar with Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but letâs not overlook Small Business Saturdayâa day dedicated to supporting the businesses that keep our communities vibrant and unique. On this day, shop small and make an impact close to home by supporting the shops, services, and makers in our own backyards.