Happy Fourth of July!

Family of four dressed up in red, white, and blue bicyling in Curtis Michigan 4th of July parade

Happy Fourth of July!

For everyone in the U.S. celebrating our Independence Day, I hope you enjoy the holiday with your friends and family.

As many of us get ready for a day of picnics, parades, and time with family, the day brings back memories of past Fourth of July celebrations. Continue reading Happy Fourth of July!

Photo of the Week: Guardian Building in Downtown Detroit

Tiffany clock in the Guardian Building

Walking around downtown Detroit, you’ll see a number of impressive buildings, from towering skyscrapers, to theaters, and historic churches.

One building that stands out for many people is the beautiful orange brick and gorgeous facade of the 40-story building at the corner of Congress and Griswold

Known as the Cathedral of Finance, the Guardian Building built in the late 1920’s, was the tallest masonry building in the world when it opened in 1929. Continue reading Photo of the Week: Guardian Building in Downtown Detroit

Photo of the Week: Canton Liberty Fest at Night

Overlooking Heritage Park pond toward Canton Liberty Fest amusement rides

As I waited for the evening fireworks that marked the end of this year’s Canton Liberty Fest, I took a stroll around the ponds of Heritage Park. The carnival rides lit up the evening sky as festival goers searched for the perfect spot to watch the fireworks or waited in line to catch a ride… Continue reading Photo of the Week: Canton Liberty Fest at Night