For Orthodox Christians, Easter is an important religious holiday--Greeks take it one step further. This year, Greek Easter Sunday falls on April 16th. Eastern Christianity follows a Julian calendar which is different from the Gregorian calendar that is followed...
One beautiful thing that came out of 2020 was the appreciation of small businesses! We rallied around the importance of putting our money into our communities, supporting our friends and our neighbors.
As a black woman, I’d like to tell...
April is Autism Acceptance Month, so you may have seen posts or campaigns highlighting what it means to be Autistic or neurodivergent. I’d like to start by saying I am not an expert on neurodiversity. I happen to be...
Many white women are now asking how to be antiracist. The murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery has them realizing that “not being racist” and the phrase, “kindness begins in the home,” are not enough.
Luckily, LaTashia...
As parents, we tend to simplify things for our kids and try to shelter them from the hard, often uncomfortable, conversations. We downplay differences because we think by not pointing them out and discussing them, kids might not notice...
There is something to be said about solidarity. When we come together, it’s empowering and impactful. It creates unity and vision.
Right now, our community needs solidarity and support more than ever. Our Black friends, family, and community members need...
Why is it so hard to talk about racism? Or to acknowledge that it really exists.
Before George Floyd’s death and the ongoing protests against police brutality and racial injustice, our team here at Detroit Mom had already started having...
Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims around the world, commemorating the revelation of the Holy Quran that was revealed to Prophet Mohammad. For approximately 30 days, Muslims make fast, refraining from food and water. It is a time that...
Dear ex-Karen,
I am so happy that you have decided to change your views and ways.
YAY!
But unfortunately, I will not be able to hold your hand through this process.
Though progress is great, I can feel happy for your journey but...
For Black women, the knowledge of who “Karen” is and why “she” is a threat to Black lives everywhere is thoroughly understood. However, for White women, the answer may not be so clear. You’ve probably heard the phrase “don’t...
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The BEST Spots for Brunch In + Around Detroit
Call me cliché, but I love a good brunch! Whether I'm meeting with girlfriends, going out with my family, or a having a day-date,...
