A global pandemic, the #BLM movement, and figuring out create new traditions among the old ones, 2020 has been a roller coaster of emotions. However, like during any obstacle, this year came as an opportunity to create new norms. Here are a few things I’ve covered, participated in and experienced in 2020. Misinformation about COVID:Continue reading “2020 Highlights”
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Detroit’s Own Co-Working Ecosystem
At the heart of midtown Detroit, Green Garage, a triple bottom line business incubator operating out of a former Model T showroom, is home to approximately 50 businesses and nonprofits. From sustainable food co-ops to nonprofits mobilizing Detroit’s immigrant population, the Green Garage community is diverse. But the businesses share one common thread — aContinue reading “Detroit’s Own Co-Working Ecosystem”
Ingredients: Garlic, Ginger, Onion Pastes
Note: Summertime is all about grilling, cooking and enjoying time with family. For many Bangladeshi homes, it’s the time when people share homecooked meals called dawath, an invitation. I will be sharing some of my favorite foods, as well as highlight ingredients used in common Bangladeshi foods. Bangladeshi cuisine uses a lot of textured cooking,Continue reading “Ingredients: Garlic, Ginger, Onion Pastes”
Collaboration: Burgers, Shakes and Entrepreneurship
Recently I met up with Tahura Holly, owner of Festive Essentials, a custom jewelry business, at California Burgerz in Hamtramck, Mich., where both of us grew up. Tahura and I have been in touch recently as I embarked on researching creating and building a social media presence professionally. We also discussed the need for collaboration in placesContinue reading “Collaboration: Burgers, Shakes and Entrepreneurship”
Brunch with a Purpose
Brunch, the art of having breakfast and lunch together while discussing goals, challenges and growth with women is an important part of my self-care. Finding time to do things you enjoy may help reduce stress and anxiety, which can lead to adverse health effects. Brunch menus often have options that can accommodate a variety ofContinue reading “Brunch with a Purpose”
Snow Days Are For Family Time
It’s been a rigid freezing week with wind chills making it feel like -27 degrees on some days. People have been warned that being outside for more than 10 minutes could cause frost bite or hypothermia. Everything from federal offices to hospital clinics were closed due to the weather conditions in Michigan. The kids hadContinue reading “Snow Days Are For Family Time”
10 Reflections from 2018
This year has flown by and there are a ton of things I’ve learned about myself as a writer in 2018. Here are the top 10. Find your Niche: As a journalist and mother, I struggled to find the “right way” to write news. I learned to pave my own path and write about parentingContinue reading “10 Reflections from 2018”
Parenting With a Purpose
Take a moment to congratulate a new mother, to share some wisdom with a struggling mother, to share tea with one who’s feeling lonely, bring food over to one who’s busy, to send a nice note to one who’s sad.
