It has been said that Detroit has the best fireworks in the nation. Since I am a native Detroiter, I can vouch that Detroit puts on an AWSOME display. In fact, it is one of our highlights of the year. I personally almost always attend the fireworks and have watched them from just about every angle. So, if you come to Detroit to see our fireworks I will tell you the best seats to watch them from.
My personal favorite is Hart Plaza up close and personal. This seat is for the brave at heart. When you first come to hart plaza the entrance may be very crowded but if you and your party form a body chain and make your way to the water front, you’ll find that the crowd will open up and you will have a comfortable spot to lay out a blanket to watch the fireworks. Most people will not try to pass through the crowd. Watching the fireworks from hart plaza water front is; Take It In Your Face! You experience the patriotic music, the thunder, the vibrations, the roaring crowd and the ashes of the fireworks descending upon you. You also become a witness to millions of people turn into one body as one part my yell “Taste Great” and the other half yell “Less Filling” or “Oooooo” and “Aaaaaa”. This seat is not recommended for small children.
My second best place to watch the fireworks is Belle Isle. This seat is recommended for families and small children but you must get there early. The best time to get a good spot is early morning. So pack up your camping gear and picnic favorites and make a day of it. This is really exhilarating to watch Belle Isle transform into the largest camp ground ever.
My least favorite place is in a room in the Renaissance center. You would think that because the fireworks are in front of the Renaissance building that would be the perfect spot. In fact, it’s the opposite. You only have a window view so you don’t see all the fireworks; you only see the fireworks that reach the window height. Any fireworks below or above you can’t see. Plus you miss out on all the hoop-la, patriotic music etc… because the room is pretty much sound proof.
About My Blog
- Michell
- Detroit, Michigan, United States
- I am naturally a technical person; I am passionate about empowering people with solutions that make their lives easier. I have become the natural go-to person who is always interested in solving problems, enlightening people on making smarter choices and finding better and more efficient ways to get things done. I am drawn to working with people to get their financial house in order because it is at the heart of having peace of mind – it’s how we manage our lives, keep organized and connect with others.
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Wednesday, June 27, 2007
This Is How We Do It In The "D"
Kwam M. Kilpatrick, a native Detroiter attended Pelham Middle School and Cass Technical High School, is the Mayor of the City of Detroit. Elected at age 31, he is the youngest Mayor in the history of Detroit, as well as the second youngest current mayor of any major U.S. city. Kilpatrick served as a democratic member of the Michigan State House of Representatives, becoming the first African American to lead any party in the Michigan Legislature. Kilpatrick is an inspiring example that whoever you are regardless of race, age, or education you to can reach great heights and that every human is born into conditions that they must learn to adapt to and overcome.
If you look closely you may spot an inspiring future Mayor in this and related video's
Eat'en Good In The Neighborhood
Apples: Protects Heart–Prevents constipation–Improves Lung Capacity–Cushions Joints
Apricots: Combats Cancer–Controls Blood Pressure–Saves Your Eyesight–Slows Aging
Artichokes: Aids Digestion–Lowers Cholesterol–Protects Heart–Stabilizes Blood Sugar
Avocados: Battles Diabetes–Helps Stops Strokes–Smoothes Skin–Lowers Cholesterol
Bananas: Protects Your Heart–Quiets a Cough–Strengthens Bones–Blocks Diarrhea
Beans: Prevents Constipation–Helps Hemorrhoids–Combats Cancer–Stabilizes Blood Sugar
Beets: Aids Weight Loss–Controls Blood Pressure–Strengthens Bones–Combats Cancer
Blueberries: Boosts Memory–Prevents Constipation–Stabilizes Blood Sugar–Protects Heart
Broccoli: Saves Eyesight–Strengthens Bones–Combats Cancer–Controls Blood Pressure
Apricots: Combats Cancer–Controls Blood Pressure–Saves Your Eyesight–Slows Aging
Artichokes: Aids Digestion–Lowers Cholesterol–Protects Heart–Stabilizes Blood Sugar
Avocados: Battles Diabetes–Helps Stops Strokes–Smoothes Skin–Lowers Cholesterol
Bananas: Protects Your Heart–Quiets a Cough–Strengthens Bones–Blocks Diarrhea
Beans: Prevents Constipation–Helps Hemorrhoids–Combats Cancer–Stabilizes Blood Sugar
Beets: Aids Weight Loss–Controls Blood Pressure–Strengthens Bones–Combats Cancer
Blueberries: Boosts Memory–Prevents Constipation–Stabilizes Blood Sugar–Protects Heart
Broccoli: Saves Eyesight–Strengthens Bones–Combats Cancer–Controls Blood Pressure
HOT OFF THE PRESS
A very good friend of mine and native Detroiter, Alexis H. Derriso just published her very first book titled "Can You Relate? 100 Reasons Why I Cannot Win"
illustrated by my daughter Brittany Jackson. (I’m such a proud mama) After Alexis overcome her attraction to gambling, as well as watching others who let their attraction turn into an addiction, and even seeing too many people let their love for gambling destroy their lives, Alexis H. Derriso decided to do something about it. In her book entitled "Can You Relate? 100 Reasons Why I Cannot Win,"
a humorous look to encourage people to gamble responsibly and to maintain a sense of humor even when luck doesn’t seem to be on their side. The book contains a collection of experiences, conversations, and events. Since Alexis H. Derriso has been on both sides of the coin she designed her book to be both entertaining and to serve as a tool to prevent some people from becoming addicted to gambling as well as help others to recognize that they have a gambling problem and that they should seek professional help.
illustrated by my daughter Brittany Jackson. (I’m such a proud mama) After Alexis overcome her attraction to gambling, as well as watching others who let their attraction turn into an addiction, and even seeing too many people let their love for gambling destroy their lives, Alexis H. Derriso decided to do something about it. In her book entitled "Can You Relate? 100 Reasons Why I Cannot Win," a humorous look to encourage people to gamble responsibly and to maintain a sense of humor even when luck doesn’t seem to be on their side. The book contains a collection of experiences, conversations, and events. Since Alexis H. Derriso has been on both sides of the coin she designed her book to be both entertaining and to serve as a tool to prevent some people from becoming addicted to gambling as well as help others to recognize that they have a gambling problem and that they should seek professional help. Sunday, June 3, 2007
Next Internet Millionaire
With the success of shows such as Survivor, The Apprentice and American Idol, there is no doubt that reality TV has become a dominant entertainment force. YouTube, Google video and numerous other video sites have demonstrated that the web is the new video delivery medium. The Next Internet Millionaire combines the best of reality television with a new technology slant that will appeal to millions of viewers eager to embrace Internet-oriented entertainment.
As a twelve-year Internet veteran and New York Times best-selling author, Joel Comm is the Donald Trump of the web. His vision for creating more Internet millionaires is reflected in this show which is set to air worldwide in the fall.
Check it out:
As a twelve-year Internet veteran and New York Times best-selling author, Joel Comm is the Donald Trump of the web. His vision for creating more Internet millionaires is reflected in this show which is set to air worldwide in the fall.
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