FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Traverse City
INTERESTING FACT: I was in two commercials as a kid, one was a Super Bowl commercial!
Amanda Fogolini
Writer
FAMILY: My partner Mike, and my two kids, Michael & Nora
ABODE: Grosse Pointe Woods
HOMETOWN: Born in Texas but consider Ann Arbor my hometown
CAREER: Early Childhood Educator
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Any of the Union Joints
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Ann Arbor for Game Days
INTERESTING FACT: I illustrated my first children's book last year
Amanda Onoro
Writer
FAMILY: Husband, Two Boys (7 and 13), and three Chihuahuas.
ABODE: Macomb Township
HOMETOWN: Detroit to Madison Heights to Sterling Heights
CAREER: SAHM (for now)-Socially Active Home Mom- Momprenuer, @ifindfashionforyou and @funfitdetroit, Instablogger @qualityofwifeandboys, Small Business Marketer, Avid Volunteer
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Selden Standard... but home cooking is #1!
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Manistee, South Haven, and Traverse City
INTERESTING FACT: I truly believe I am a Disney Princess! LOL! I may or may not have wanted to be a Pop Star. I was the 1st runner-up for the Miss Philippines of Michigan Pageant in 1998.
Antonette Slobodian
Writer
FAMILY: I have an awesome husband, Alex, and twin boys, River and Brooks
ABODE: Flat Rock
HOMETOWN: Allen Park
CAREER: Senior Director of Business Development
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Marrow
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Detroit, Ann Arbor, Mackinaw
INTERESTING FACT: I’ve been to over 30 countries!
Ashley Howard
Writer
FAMILY: Married + 2 kids
ABODE: Waterford
HOMETOWN: Minneapolis, MN
CAREER: Program director at a foster care agency
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Love going to a new place every time I go
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Glen Arbor
INTERESTING FACT: Hubby and I met while both serving in the Army in Louisiana.
Bobbie Shenberger
Writer
FAMILY: Husband, Jake, daughter, Rylee, and our two dogs
ABODE: Macomb
HOMETOWN: Marysville
CAREER: Marketing Manager
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Dime Store
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Mackinac Island
INTERESTING FACT: I love a good game night!
Bri Dunn
Writer
FAMILY: Husband & Two boys—Julien & Jean
ABODE: Lathrup Village, MI
HOMETOWN: South Haven, MI
CAREER: Author, Podcast Host & SAHM
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Does Whole Foods count?
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: West Michigan shoreline
INTERESTING FACT: I was a competitive bodybuilder before becoming a mother 5 years ago, believe it or not! I constantly evolve & it often feels like I have lived a million lifetimes.
INTERESTING FACT: I am not a fan of either-or-categories: Coffee or tea? Beer or wine? Staying home with the kids for a couple of years or pursuing a career.... I refuse to decide. I will take it all!
Christina Kapaun
Writer
FAMILY: Husband, Anthony. Two children 12 and 7; Aaylah and Dayton.
ABODE: Southfield, MI
HOMETOWN: West Bloomfield, MI
CAREER: Legal Hustler. Author, Mentor, Marketing Strategist and Wellness Educator.
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Seva
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Northern Michigan. Either Traverse City or Cheboygan. Growing up my Mother lived up North. I love the scenery.
INTERESTING FACT: I can make my tongue touch my nose.
Dayna Mott
Writer
FAMILY: My husband Evan, and three daughters Madison, Reagan, and Kennedy
ABODE: Commerce Township
HOMETOWN: West Bloomfield
CAREER: Online reseller
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Honcho
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Sleeping Bear Dunes
INTERESTING FACT: I used to intern for the Mojo in the Morning show during college.
Donna Kemp
Writer
FAMILY: Husband and two beautiful babes - a girl and a boy!
ABODE: Downriver
HOMETOWN: St. Louis, MO
CAREER: School Social Worker
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Taco trucks along Vernor in Southwest
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Pictured Rocks
INTERESTING FACT: Some of my favorite causes/advocacy areas are drowning prevention and anti-racism education.
Erica Saville
Writer
FAMILY: Husband Pat, twin boys Patrick & Michael
ABODE: Shelby Township
HOMETOWN: Algonac, MI
CAREER:Resident District Manager for Chartwells Higher Ed at Oakland University (oversee all campus food service operations)
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: The Hudson Cafe
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Petoskey
INTERESTING FACT: Early in my career I was a pastry chef and met my husband while working on the Ovation yacht.
Evol Gazzarato
Writer
Jess Turner
Writer
FAMILY: Married to Jeff, Mom of two boys and two Vizslas!
ABODE: Rochester Hills
HOMETOWN: Garden City, MI
CAREER: Physician Assistant
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Bar food, burgers, wings, cold beer. Love a good dive!
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Traverse City or anywhere up north.
INTERESTING FACT:As much as I love them, I'm an Old Fashioned AND margarita snob. I've never had one at a restaurant/bar that compares to my own!
Jessica Firman
Writer
FAMILY: Jason and I have been married for 20 whole years this year! We have Gwenna, our art and fashion-loving middle schooler, and Larson our hilarious, book-loving second grader. We also have a silver Lab named Indy (for Indiana since every member of our family except me was born there).
ABODE: We are coming up on four years in New Hudson, which is the longest we have lived anywhere in a long time. Before that, we spent several years in Southern California, and before that, 16 years in various Indiana cities.
HOMETOWN: I went to Catholic school in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan until 8th grade and then we moved to Midland where I graduated Midland High in 1997.
CAREER: I was born and raised in the journalism world and writing feels like home for me. So does art and design which is why I spent my career working working at several commercial print shops as a graphic designer and later managed a sign shop. Once my kids were both in school, I came back into the world of writing and editing here at Detroit Mom.
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: We love craft beer so we are often exploring new (to us) breweries. We love Witch’s Hat in South Lyon, Block in Howell & Brighton, Batch in Detroit, and we often make a trip to Arbor in Ypsilanti just for their Brussels sprouts.
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: We spend most of our summer at our cottage on Eight Point Lake near Clare. Outside of that, I love Petoskey, the UP, or any great spot on the water.
INTERESTING FACT: I love to swim and have participated in three sprint triathlons, two with my daughter. I’ll jump in the lake pretty much as soon as the ice is clear and I make it a goal to swim every day that I am near the water in summer.
Jessica Lukenbill
Writer
FAMILY: Hubby, Brent; Boys: Jack and Maxwell
ABODE: Dearborn
HOMETOWN: Detroit and Grosse Pointe
CAREER: Stay at home momma with all the side hustles: Tinkergarten leader, neighborhood caregiver, blogger, and Poshmark seller.
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Any and every vegan option
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Saugatuck
INTERESTING FACT: I secretly love playing with Legos.
Jillian Lankford
Writer
FAMILY: Husband, Mark, Matteo (one year), Vincent (4 years)
ABODE: Detroit
HOMETOWN: Allen Park
CAREER: Realtor
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Barda
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Anywhere on the West Side.
INTERESTING FACT: I can read tarot cards!
Kaitlyn Pangrazzi
Writer
FAMILY:Husband, Kevin; Two daughters, Kaylee (2), Kinsley (9 months)
ABODE: Clinton township
HOMETOWN: Chesterfield
CAREER: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT:Metro Detroit - Luigis; Downtown - Joe Meur
FAMILY FAVORITES IN DETROIT: Detroit Zoo, Detroit Sports, anything kid friendly
HOBBIES: Working out, yoga, crafting, trying new wines, drinking all the coffee
INTERESTING FACT: If I wasn't in the medical field, I'd love to be a full time crafter!
Kara Fiegel
Writer
FAMILY: Married with 3 kids and a pup
ABODE: Clawson
HOMETOWN: Berkley, MI
CAREER: Writer, at-home mom
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Either Vinsetta Garage or Bigalora Wood Fired Cucina
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: It depends on the season! I love Glen Arbor and Saugatuck.
INTERESTING FACT: I had each of my three kids in a different state.
Kate Lochner
Writer
FAMILY: Husband, Scott, and six-year-old daugther, Autumn
ABODE: Lakes Area, Michigan
HOMETOWN: Houghton, Michigan
CAREER: Lifestyles Director / Senior Citizen Advocate / Freelance
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Calexico
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Mackinaw, Houghton, Marquette, Detroit
INTERESTING FACT: My favorite animal is a Manatee!
Kay McMahon-Boggess
Writer
FAMILY: Married for almost 14 years to my husband, Matthew, and we have two boys: Victor and Jaxson
ABODE: Ypsilanti Township
HOMETOWN: Port Huron
CAREER: Child Welfare Trainer and DEI consultant
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Ima
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: The Lake in the thumb- Lexington area
INTERESTING FACT: I am addicted to true crime podcasts, books, and documentaries. I am a HUGE lover of 90's pop culture including all things Boy Bands. Which leads me to say that JC was the best singer in N*SYNC, not Justin.
Kenisha Coon
Writer
FAMILY: I have been married to my husband, Clay, for six years. We have a two-year-old son, Mason, and a rescue beagle, Porter.
ABODE: Warren
HOMETOWN: Port Huron
CAREER: Talent Acquisition Specialist
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: The Peterboro and Leila
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Mackinac Island
INTERESTING FACT: My husband and I love to travel and go to concerts together. Disney World is my favorite place to visit, I love Epcot.
Kim Ledford
Writer
FAMILY: I have been married to my husband Aldo for 13 years, and we have two boys; Marco 5, and Aldo 8
ABODE: Shelby Township
HOMETOWN: Bay City, Michigan
CAREER: Corporate Attorney, In House
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Roast is my favorite in the D, but Rochester Chop House is my local favorite.
FAMILY FAVORITES IN DETROIT: Yates Cider Mill, Detroit Zoo, Emagine Theater, Rochester Municipal Park.
FAMILY: Husband: Cyle. Children: Harper (4) & Henry (2)
ABODE: St. Clair Shores
HOMETOWN: Harrison Township
CAREER: Journalist
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Vicente’s
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Traverse City
INTERESTING FACT: I love a good ghost story! I've even had multiple experiences myself.
Lindsay Gizicki
Writer
FAMILY: Husband, (Tom), and sons Jack ('18), Luke ('19) and Hudson ('21)
ABODE: White Lake
HOMETOWN: Dearborn Heights
CAREER: Revenue Integrity Consultant
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Dime Store
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Petoskey
INTERESTING FACT: I’ve never had the chicken pox.
Liz Mott
Writer
FAMILY: Wife to Satish; Mother to Lily (8), Eliza (6) & Daisy (4)
ABODE: Livonia
HOMETOWN: Plymouth/Canton, MI
CAREER: Full-time SAHM, Part-time Writer
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Shatilla Bakery
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Pentwater
INTERESTING FACT: Heart Disease and Mental Health Warrior
Molly Ann Nagelli
Writer
FAMILY: Husband, Daughter (11), Son (9), Son (9)
ABODE: Northville
HOMETOWN: Melbourne, Australia
CAREER: Interior Designer & Professional Organizer
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Le George
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Mackinac Island
INTERESTING FACT: I have lived here for 15 years but still have my accent. Visiting Australia with my kids strangers thought it was weird I had kids with American accents!
Orna Fathers
Writer
FAMILY: My husband, Ryan, my bonus sons, Nick (15) and Will (12), and my toddlers, Jack (4), Maisie (3), and Ben (1).
ABODE: Roseville
HOMETOWN: Warren and Sterling Heights
CAREER: Stay at Home Mama
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT:I have a few! Brass Rail Pizza Bar, Downtown Detroit, Osaka in Shelby Twp. and Crazy Gringo Mexican Cantina in Clinton Twp.
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: I love the Frankfort and Traverse City areas, as well as Mackinac City!
INTERESTING FACT: I LOVE road trips and I have a goal to visit all 50 states at least once! So far I am at 33!
Paige Martinek
Writer
FAMILY: Husband of 10 years and two young daughters.
ABODE: Dearborn Heights
HOMETOWN: Dearborn Heights
CAREER: Stay-at-Home Mom/Writer
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Ocean Prime & Fratellis Pizza
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Mackinac Island
INTERESTING FACT: I’m a Disney and Hogwarts obsessed adult!
Rana Makki
Writer
FAMILY: Husband, Daughter (14 years old), and a Toy Poodle
ABODE: Birmingham
HOMETOWN: Illinois
CAREER: Event Planner, Curated Gift Boxes
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Barda
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Harbor Springs
INTERESTING FACT: I can't whistle.
Ryan Abney
Writer
FAMILY: My husband Jonathan of ten years, and two children. My son is six and my daughter is 3.
ABODE: Goodells
HOMETOWN: Mount Clemens
CAREER: Middle School Teacher
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Astoria Bakery
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Anywhere on Lake Michigan
INTERESTING FACT: I’m outgoing and shy all in one swoop!
Sabrina French
Writer
FAMILY: Wife to my best friend, Andrew, and mother to Christian (3), and fur babies Bea (11) & Atticus (8)
ABODE: Troy
HOMETOWN: New York
CAREER: Owner of Curated Events Detroit, a corporate event planning & consultation service
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Selden Standard
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Lake Charlevoix
INTERESTING FACT: I was a professional ballet dancer in Europe and NY until 2011.
Sofia Nyland
Writer
FAMILY: Husband Joe, Lucy 5, Livi 3 and two rescue dogs
ABODE: Livonia
HOMETOWN: Livonia
CAREER: Middle School Counselor
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Ottava Via or Green Dot Stables
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Traverse City
INTERESTING FACT: I have never been camping!
Stacy Brooks
Writer
FAMILY: Husband Dave; Jonathan, Nicholas & Lucas
ABODE: Northville
HOMETOWN: Livonia
CAREER: Stay-at-home mom
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Barrio
FAMILY FAVORITES IN DETROIT: Detroit Zoo, Maybury Farm, Tigers Games, and The Fox Theater
HOBBIES: Digital photo booking, photography, yoga, and reality TV guru
INTERESTING FACT: I've never had coffee
Steffanie Marshall
Writer
FAMILY: Married with 4 kids: 4year old son, 3-month-old daughter, and 2 stepdaughters 13 and 11 years old
ABODE: Dearborn
HOMETOWN: Dearborn
CAREER: Engineer
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Hudson’s Cafe
FAMILY FAVORITES IN DETROIT: Campus Martius
HOBBIES: Reading
INTERESTING FACT: I was a test engineer for 3 years and had to get Tier 2 certified to drive on a test track and got to learn on a race-car equipped mustang.
CAREER: I work in Higher Education as a District Communication Supervisor in the Detroit. my husband and I also own House Of Wax Detailing & Carwash also located in Detroit.
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: I’m a Foodie, so some of my favorites are: Le’Culture, City Wings, Mercury Burger Bar & Rock City Eatery
FAMILY FAVORITES IN DETROIT: Campus Martius, Beacon Park & Detroit River Days on the Riverwalk (Fun Fact: this is where I met my husband & where he proposed 4 years later on the same day we met)
HOBBIES: I love reading and listening to audiobooks. Also, I am obsessed with not paying full price for anything without first seeking out the best deal possible!
INTERESTING FACT: I really want to go to school for Culinary Arts & I plan on starting a Food Truck in the near future! #FoodMakesMeHappy
Tiphani Moorer
Writer
FAMILY: Husband and one toddler
ABODE: Detroit
HOMETOWN: Sevastopol, Ukraine (Russia) and Okinawa, Japan
CAREER: Pro Organizer and VP of Operations (law firm)
FAVORITE DETROIT RESTAURANT: Leila
FAVORITE PLACE TO TRAVEL IN MICHIGAN: Lake Michigan
INTERESTING FACT: There is nothing more interesting than hearing people’s stories.
