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Best Dog Park in Northern Kent County
What makes a good dog park? One where the dogs and their owners are friendly! We have found this very thing at Wynalda Dog Park in Rockford. We have visited many other dog parks in the area and have found Wynalda to be the best by far, in our opinion! The park offers fenced-in areas…
Read MoreA Definitive Guide to Flooring
Choosing the right flooring for your home can feel overwhelming with so many options available. Flooring choice can even depend on the space where you are installing it. What you use in a bathroom may be different than what you use in a living room. It’s essential to understand the benefits and drawbacks of each…
Read MoreWhat is the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival?
Grand Rapids Lantern Festival…what the heck is it? I had the same question! A group of friends my wife and I hang out with said let’s go see the lanterns. I have to be honest, I was like…. Ok. It felt like one of those things you do with low expectations, and focus on the…
Read MoreBest Breakfast Restaurants in West Michigan
Sizzling bacon, syrupy waffles, and some scrambled eggs, who doesn’t love a good breakfast? Breakfast is arguably one of my favorite foods to order at a restaurant. Why? I’m not 100% sure. Maybe it’s the atmosphere, or that the most popular time I go out to eat is after church on Sunday, and it just…
Read MoreFacebook Marketplace or “Waste?”
Is it still available!? I use Facebook Marketplace when it comes to household items.. and maybe some nonessential items too! I have bought grills, lawn equipment, tools, furniture and even decking material. It is a convenient spot for me to seek out a deal for an item I am trying to find. Yet this can…
Read MoreRaising Backyard Chickens on Less than One Acre
In recent years, the trend of raising backyard chickens has soared, and for good reason. Not only do these feathered friends provide a sustainable source of fresh eggs, but they also offer companionship, pest control, and plenty of entertainment. Even if you have less than an acre of land, you can still embark on this…
Read MoreEasy Flowers to Grow for a Beautiful Garden!
I am not a gardener! As hard as I try, I just don’t have a green thumb. However, I love flowers, so, of course, I look for plants that are super easy to care for and are low-maintenance. Check out the list below if you are looking for easy to grow plants/flowers! If you’re new…
Read MoreHow to Eliminate Pet and Smoke Odors from Your Home
Unpleasant odors from pets or smoke can linger in your home, creating an unwelcome environment. Fortunately, there are effective cleaning methods to eliminate these smells and restore freshness to your living space. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you eliminate these persistent odors. Getting Rid of Pet Smells 1. Clean All Surfaces 2. Use Enzyme…
Read MoreVIDEO: An Extraordinary Experience- Interviewing Military Veterans
I wanted to share a little about a really cool experience I had a couple of weeks ago. The Deering Team partnered with a very cool nonprofit called “Fishing With Veterans.” Every year, boats gather in Holland for the annual event, showing appreciation for our service members by taking them fishing on Lake Michigan! One…
Read MoreWhy You Should Live in Grand Haven, Michigan
West Michigan is filled with so many amazing towns and cities, that it’s hard to highlight them all! From the big city feel to the smaller feel of some coastal towns, we’re highlighting some of our favorite areas and why you would want to live there! As someone who lived in Grand Haven for over…
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