Woman Gets Wake Up Call, Changes Life
Credit: WJBK | myFOX DetroitVillage Green executive, Elizabeth Carlson, is 70 lbs lighter and living a healthier lifestyle and she owes it to a workplace health fair. After failing her wellness screening she said, “I had no idea that I would be considered morbidly obese. I had no idea that my blood pressure had escalated to the point that it had and never in a million years did I think that I, at my age, wouldn’t pass cholesterol.” Right then and there she... Read More
Parking Tips for the Detroit North American International Auto Show 2010
The Detroit North American International Auto Show opens to the public tomorrow and will be going through January 24th. Granted, this event attracts many people and their will be high volumes of traffic. Parking will be tight so here are some tips to help make sure that you get a spot: Ford Underground Garage at 30 E. Jefferson Ave., open Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-11 p.m., and Saturday, Sunday and holidays 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Joe Louis Arena Garage at 900 W. Jefferson Ave., open every... Read More
Want Gift Cards?
Do you have old you have old CD’s, DVD’s, videogames, and books laying around collecting dust and spider webs? You can turn those used items into gift cards for just about any popular retailer. How? Visit AbundaTrade.com. They have a calculator on their site that will add up the value to show you how much you will get for your stuff. This is a good way to clean your house and get a gift for someone in the process. Visit AubundaTrade.com Read More
Feeling depressed over your job search?
It is hard these days for people not to be depressed when searching for a job. This topic is all too familiar with me. I was unemployed here in Michigan for seven months before I found a job. I didn’t have any unemployment because I previously worked for a church and they are not required to pay into your unemployment benefits. I know it sounds cold, even for a church, not to pay you any benefits but I just take it more as a test of character. This was somewhat of a... Read More
Parents beware: list of violent video games to avoid this holiday season
Do you know what video games your children wants this holiday season? Kym Worthy, Wayne County Prosecutor, did her homework and she deems these games violent: 1. Manhunt 2. Manhunt 2 3. Resident Evil 5 4. Left for Dead 2 5. God of War 3 6. Grand Theft Auto 7. Gears of War 8. Mortal Kombat: Deception If you don’t know the video game rating system, then CLICK HERE View This Poll Read More
Sneak Preview of Sales on Black Friday 2009
This biggest shopping day of the year is just around the corner and my question to you is are you prepared? Stores are releasing advertisements and coupons everyday with sales on anything you can think of. Things can get a little hectic and overwhelming with all of these releases but if you are prepared and know what to look for, Black Friday can be a great benefit to you. I found two sites that I think would help you find great deals on items that you maybe looking for. ... Read More
College Students: Tips to Keep you Healthy
It is that time of year again, cold and flu season. As a former college student at Michigan State University and a current graduate student at Walsh College, I understand the busyness of the college life. You have class, exams, midterms, finals, research papers and don’t forget the tailgating and partying!! With all of that, who has time to think about their health? I came across this great blog from RNCentral.com and they came up with a list of 101 Health and Wellness... Read More
Holiday Traveling Tips
The Holiday are right around the corner and with that in mind it is never too early to start thinking about Holiday Travel. I came across a blog in which the author gave 10 tips for Holiday Travel. The one tip that I agree with him the most is too Book Early. I booked a trip to visit my sister in Baltimore way back in April. Though the flight times have changed a bit, I saved a lot of money by doing this!! Click here to view the 10 Tips for Holiday Travel from Independent... Read More
4 Online Dating Tips for Women
More and more singles these days are hitting the online dating sites trying to find that special someone. With tons of profiles of single, what can you do to help make your profile stand out? These four tips should help set your profile apart so that you will be able to meet a great person and keep them around longer than just one date. 1. Have some “real” photos of yourself- I see more and more women on these dating sites posing for pictures or even having touched... Read More
