Get Outside!

                    The weather outside is getting warmer. The forecast for this weekend look great, with a high of 80 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 59 degrees Fahrenheit for Saturday.  Sunday’s forecast is looking just as good or better with a high of 82 degrees Fahrenheit and a low of 65 degrees Fahrenheit. There is only a ten percent chance of rain all weekend with partly cloudy to mostly sunny skies. Get out your shades and a hat to start planning a fun filled weekend.

                 You could start your weekend off right with a pole and some bait.  There are many fishing spots in Southeastern Michigan offering a variety of different fish to be caught.  You could head on out to Crosswinds Marsh in Wayne County for a boardwalk of beautiful scenery and many fish.  Looking for a different spot? Try Round Lake, located in Irish Hills near Wampler’s Lake.  You could dock your boat or fish from their nice pier.  There are many parks that offer catch and release fishing.  Heritage Park, Bishop Park, and Elizabeth Park are close to downriver Detroit with various fishing spots throughout.

                Looking to plan a full weekend event, try camping. Camping can be altered to fit everyone’s needs.  You could sleep in a tent, park your RV, rent a cabin, or stay in a camper.  There are many places you could camp at; state parks, KOA parks, private land, and many others.  Most parks offer cabins to rent, campsites for campers and tents, trails to hike on, and play escapes for children.  Some state parks even offer sandy beaches, boat docks, and running water.  If you enjoy nature, try camping for a fun, relaxing weekend.

                Trying to keep to a budget?  I have put together some cheap activities you could do at home. Host a barbecue, have friends and family bring a dish to pass and enjoy the laughter and good times.  Have a pool?   Throw on a bathing suit and dive in to cool down from the hot sun.  Swimming not your thing? Go for a bike ride or brisk walk.  The cool breeze will feel great.  After the sun goes down, start a back yard fire.  You could roast marshmallows or cook hotdogs over the flames. Be sure to follow your city’s rules and regulations.  I hope these ideas are fun for you!

                You could also enjoy this weekend by spending a little cash.  Cedar Point and concerts are at the top of my list!  Concerts are a wonderful way to have fun listening to live music. If you enjoy a little rock and roll, Candlebox will be playing Saturday at the Emerald Ballroom at 7pm.  If you like sports, the Detroit Tigers will be playing the Pittsburg Pirates at home May 18^th, 19^th, and 20^th.  Cedar Point is also a good way to have fun.  It is full of roller coasters, arcade games, and never short of people to watch.  You could stay for a day or the entire weekend.

                These are all ways to enjoy this upcoming summer weather.  Weather you like to go fishing, camping, to Cedar Point, listening to live music, or barbecuing this week will not disappoint because of the excellent weather. Try some of these outdoor activities, I know I sure will!

The Spring Fling

     This annual event went off with a bang, as usual, on April  27, 2012. Special Tree clients and alumni were invited to a night filled with dinner, dancing, and prize give aways.


     Upon arrival guests photos were taken by the Day Treatment Services staff. They were able to get the photos developed and pass them out. The staff did a wonderful job of getting every client to smile. Each photo was given out in a handmade spring inspired photo card. Eveyone enjoys a photo to remember.


     After having your photo taken, clients were directed to take a seat at a table for dinner to begin. Dinner was served and eaten quickly, so to return to the festivities of the night. Everyone was able to enjoy an array of food while in attendance at the Spring Fling.


    Proceeding dinner was a new addition to the Spring Fling, a NEW Band! They consisted of two guitar players, a piano player, a fiddle playing lead singer, and of course a drummer. They sure did rock the house and got every body up and moving to the music. I hope to see their return at the annual Fall Bash!

     I had the pleasure of standing and dancing to multiple songs throughout the night. This made me feel excited because this was only the second time since my accident that I could stand and dance. I got the pleasure of seeing other clients enjoying this same activity and I could tell that they were just as happy as I was.


     Prizes were given out after the music was played. Names were drawn out of a hat. Each winner was able to recieve their prize at center stage and draw the next winner. I did not get the pleasure of winning and actual prize, however, I still feel like a winner for the oppurtunity to attend.


     This special night would not have been possible without the help of residential managers Debbie J. and Sabina K. Thanks girls for a great night!