By Lisa Deering My husband is a pastor and has the privilege of officiating many weddings, and I have the joy of attending many of them alongside him. It is one of my favorite parts of being a pastor’s wife. There is something deeply moving about witnessing two people stand before God and their friends
Toast-worthy Attorney Craig Fiederlein, CF Legal 302 E. Court St., Flint, MI | cflegal.net My interest in law began early, inspired by watching my uncle manage apartment buildings in the Bronx. Seeing the challenges of property ownership sparked my interest in real estate. Later, studying finance and accounting at Michigan State University laid the foundation for
Toast-worthy Signage Consultant Dan Crannie, Signs by Crannie 4145 Market Pl., Flint, MI | signsbycrannie.com Signs by Crannie began as a one-man local sign shop. For the first decade or so, SBC grew organically, but as our customer base expanded, I realized our talent and capabilities reached far beyond those of a small local shop. After
Toast-worthy Financial Advisor Brice Carter, Financial Strategies Group 265 N. Alloy Dr., Fenton, MI | fsgmichigan.com For more than a decade, Brice Carter, CFP, ChFC, CIMA, CAP, CDAA, MSFS, has been at the strategic helm of Financial Strategies Group (FSG), the family run, SEC-registered advisory firm with offices in Okemos and Fenton. Since joining FSG in
Toast-worthy Interior Designer Michelle Robins, Linden Kitchen & Bath 1002 N. Bridge St., Linden, MI | lindenkitchenandbath.com Our company’s journey is deeply rooted in family. It began with my grandfather, whose dedication and craftsmanship laid the foundation. Ownership then passed to my parents, who carried forward his values of integrity and service. Today, under my leadership,
Courtney Feril, Source Salon 2336 E. Hill Rd., Grand Blanc, MI | @sourcesalon When I first entered cosmetology, I never imagined opening my own business. I simply wanted to work alongside my coworkers while having time for myself and my kids. Over time, though, I felt a pull to follow in my parents’ footsteps and
January style trends are highlighted by designers’ in-between collections—pre-spring and resort wear. Since My Style in our city may include snowbirds, ski bunnies, or none of the above, SHIFT explores today’s collections with options for everyone: those kicking off the New Year at an exquisite warm-weather destination and everyday fashion enthusiasts looking to refresh their
Managing portfolios and building financial plans has been my focus for nearly 15 years. A recurring concern I hear from clients is the perceived “risk” of the stock market—often amplified by dramatic headlines and personal experience during downturns. Traditional finance defines risk through volatility, typically measured by standard deviation. Stocks might average an 8% return,
As the rush of Christmas and New Year’s fades and the holiday decorations come down, January offers a special kind of peace — a chance to slow down, breathe, and settle into a true Michigan winter. After the frenzy of gift-giving, travel, parties, and celebrations, there’s something grounding and almost restorative about quiet winter days:
What is your reaction to Jesus? Everybody has one upon learning of His Name and the many claims of His reality and power. After Jesus was born in Bethlehem, a group of astrological interpreters came to Jerusalem led by a star in the eastern sky. Upon arrival, they announced that they had come to worship
The 2025 economy was a mixed bag. By several indicators, it performed well: economic growth was strong, with output increasing by about 4% in both the second and third quarters. The unemployment rate remained low throughout the year—4.4% as of September, the most recent month with available data due to the government shutdown. Yet there
One thing I love about Facebook is the “memories” feed. I enjoy looking back at past years—it’s like a journal in some ways. One thought that often crosses my mind is, “Gee, I wish I were as fat as I thought I was then.” My 40s were filled with healthy choices. I started running at
