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NOVEMBER 2021 PUBLISHERS
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Feelin' Grateful
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WEST BLOOMFIELD, WHAT ARE YOU GRATEFUL FOR THIS YEAR? If you’re
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inspired her to help further the research, treatment and prevention of Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer. Read all about her journey on page 20. Additionally, Steven Durant of West Bloomfield (pictured on the cover with his girlfriend and brand new son) said he is choosing joy and gratitude despite having lost his daughter following a car accident in 2016 and having to work through his own health challenges ever since (page 16). As a working mom of two, I know that I am always grateful for quick, healthy recipes. Luckily, in this issue, we also feature our good friend Karen Akouri of drench, who shares her Southwest Salad recipe (page 28) that incorporates her brand new dressing: Southwest Vinaigrette. And since it always warms my heart to see the myriad ways in which others celebrate the holidays, we caught up with four local business owners who share what they’re “bringing to the table” this Thanksgiving, as well. Check out their answers on page 24. This month, we hope your home is filled with the aroma of freshly baked pies, the
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FEATURES 16 On the Cover West Bloomfield resident discovers joy again after several tragic hardships.
20 Giving Back Local mother/breast cancer survivor shares her story on what inspired her to give back.
24 What Do You Bring to the Table? Local business owners share what they will contribute to Thanksgiving get-togethers this year.
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WB Parks' annual Camp Out took place at Marshbank Park On September 17, community members of all ages gathered at Marshbank Park to experience the great outdoors through camping at WB Parks' annual Camp Out. Before they fell asleep under the stars, they listened to music and participated in fun activities, including crafts, fishing, archery, tent decorating, hiking and more.Campers woke up to a continental breakfast the next morning.
WBSD hosted the 10th Annual Family Fun Night The entire West Bloomfield community was invited to attend this free event filled with activities, prizes and more. Community organizations across West Bloomfield were present with special activities and giveaways for those who attended. There were also exhibitions, demonstrations, a rock climbing wall and more. The event celebrated COVID-19 frontline workers and commemorated 9/11 on its 20th anniversary.
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Kidcreate Studio in West Blomfield celebrated its grand opening On September 25, Kidcreate Studio invited community members to its grand opening event. Located at 4297 Orchard Lake Road (Unit 235) in West Bloomfield, the brand new art studio specializes in children's art classes, camps and art-themed birthday parties. For more information or to book a class for your child, visit kidcreate.com/bloomfield.
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LOCAL SINGER/SONGWRITER/AUTHOR CELEBRATES 15TH ANNIVERSARY OF CHILDREN’S BOOK Elaine Serling, also known as "The Singing Bubbie," is celebrating the 15th anniversary reprinting of her children's book/music combo, "Bubbie's Baby." The musical story honors the bond shared by children and their grandparents. The original version made its debut in 2006 and has since become a favorite in Jewish communities around the world; the updated hardcover features an easy-to-use digital download code rather than an accompanying CD. Serling later
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INSPIRED BY
LOCAL RESIDENT DISCOVERS JOY AGAIN AFTER SEVERAL TRAGIC HARDSHIPS.
ARTICLE DANIELLE ALEXANDER PHOTOGRAPHY KOREY DAVIS PHOTOGRAPHY AND
STEVEN
DURANT’S
LIFE
COM-
PLETELY CHANGED ON THE NIGHT OF DECEMBER 7, 2016 WHEN THE WEST BLOOMFIELD RESIDENT WAS IN A CAR CRASH OUTSIDE OF COLUMBUS, OHIO; A 20-YEAR-OLD ACCIDENTALLY SWERVED INTO HIS CAR. Not only did Durant suffer serious physical ailments, but he lost his young daughter, Rosaria, who died after the accident. The Detroit native ended up retiring from his career as a supervisory examiner at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and moving back to Michigan (where his family was) to receive care at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. All while grieving the loss of his daughter, Durant has spent the last five years not only working through health challenges like learning to walk again, being put on a feeding tube and giving himself daily injections, but he also got divorced. Despite it all though, he says he’s choosing to be grateful— and he has his girlfriend (Ola
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Atchison) to thank for that. “Ola brought joy back into my life, as well
his three-year-old son with him to the hospi-
as the will to live and to want more,” he explained. “And now, she has
tal and stayed with me on Christmas morning
given me a blessing, our son, Olan. I can truly say I am happy.”
because he did not want me to be alone. It was my mother who opened her doors for 11
STEVEN, DESPITE THE TRAGEDIES YOU’VE FACED, YOU SAY
months and cared for me while I was in palli-
YOU STILL FEEL GRATEFUL. WHY IS THAT?
ative care. It was my colleagues who donated
Feeling grateful did not happen overnight as I wanted to die
countless hours to keep me in a paying posi-
after I was told Rosaria passed. It was my family, friends, neigh-
tion until long-term disability started. It is my
bors and people I did not know who prayed and sent well wishes
home health aide, Bonnie, who has seen me
for my ex-wife and me, which led me to begin to feel grateful.
at my worst since the accident and encour-
It was the support of the nursing staff, chaplain, doctors, jani-
ages and cares for me. And finally, I met the
tors and speech therapists that helped so much during that dark
beautiful Ola, who came into my life while I
time. It was the funeral home that collaborated with Beaumont
was going through a contentious divorce.
Hospital to allow me to have a private service with Rosaria before
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my seventh surgery. It was my brother-in-law who stayed with me nightly, not leaving my side. It was my best friend who brought
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“ I D E N T I F Y S O M E T H I N G T H AT B R I N G S YOU COMFORT DURING A HARD PERIOD O R M O M E N T, A N D F O C U S O N T H AT.”
OLA, HOW DID YOU MEET STEVEN, AND WHAT
What helps me cope? I have two psychologists, one
ATTRACTED YOU TO HIM?
of which I speak with every week. I find comfort by
I met Steven via Facebook of all places. He began
visiting her crypt and talking to her.
stalking my page (I say this jokingly, but it’s true!) after he saw a picture of me on a mutual friend's
OLA, WHY DID YOU TWO DECIDE TO NAME
page. He inboxed me, asking if we met before. That
YOUR BABY OLAN?
was the beginning of our love story. We met face-to-
My name, Ola, is a family name. I'm named after
face for the first time when he offered to drop off PPE
my maternal grandmother, Ola Mae Price, since
to my home. At that time in the pandemic, PPE was
most people in my family are named after someone
hard to come by. Our physical attraction was on point
in the family. In the past, I would tell family members
the very first moment we laid eyes on each other. We
to name their sons after me and name them Olan.
couldn't stop cheesing at one another. Although we
They would laugh and say no way. When Steven and
only met that time for five minutes, I'll never forget
I were discussing names for our son, I mentioned
that beautiful moment.
Olan and was quite surprised [that] he loved it instantly. Our son's middle name is Asher, which is
STEVEN, ALTHOUGH I’M SURE YOU’RE HEAD
after Steven's middle name, Ashley. Olan Asher has
OVER HEELS IN LOVE WITH OLAN, THIS HAS
a piece of us both in his name.
TO ALSO BRING BACK SOME MEMORIES OF ROSARIA WHEN SHE WAS FIRST BORN. HOW
STEVEN, WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR
ARE YOU STAYING POSITIVE?
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I get emotional quite a bit as my Olan resembles
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TRAGEDY?
Rosaria. I miss her terribly. Both their birthdays are in
Cherish and wrap your arms around family, friends
September. There is a song that I would sing to her as
and people who genuinely care and support you. Talk
a baby that I now sing to Olan with minor changes to
about your feelings. Seek professional counseling or
it. I know she is watching over her little brother. I talk
group therapy immediately if you need it. Crying is
to her throughout the day as I have since her death.
a way to release, so I encourage it. Identify some-
Rosaria would want me to move forward, but I am
thing that brings you comfort during a hard period or
doing [what I am to keep] her memory alive. Olan will
moment, and focus on that. Do not sweat the small
learn about his sister. I have made a point to support
stuff. Do not be afraid to express yourself. Finally, just
worthy charities and organizations in Rosaria's name.
breathe and embrace life and everyone you love.
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Giving Back
ARTICLE DANIELLE ALEXANDER PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF LISA VREEDE
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AND THE DYNAMI FOUNDATION
F LO R A
Photo by Lisa Vreede
FOR
FLORA
MIGYANKA,
THE
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STOPPED ON APRIL 21, 2012 AT EXACTLY 4:03 P.M. when she answered the phone and heard the words “You have breast cancer.” “I was only 40, and I was healthy,” the now 50-year-old
Plymouth
resident
explained.
“People who are in good health don’t get cancer... or so I thought. While my three-year-old son was
keeping that brave face for your children. The day
still napping and I was en route to the bus to pick
you are diagnosed is the day you will see life from
up my daughter in kindergarten, I was diagnosed
a different lens.”
with Stage 1 Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer.”
Nine years later, Migyanka understands the
After a bilateral mastectomy, reconstruction
desire of those in remission to just stop thinking
and ongoing tamoxifen therapy (a drug that
about cancer; however, she also understands
treats hormone receptor-positive breast cancer
that not everyone has the same chance, which
and has helped prevent breast cancer), Migyanka
inspired her to create The Dynami Foundation
is grateful for now being cancer-free but acutely
with a mission to further the research, treatment
aware her cancer could come back at any time.
and prevention of breast cancer while strength-
“It was a full-time job to get well,” she said, adding that family, friends and yoga helped her
ening and supporting patients as they navigate the complexities of their breast cancer journey.
through. “When you’re diagnosed with a disease
Since 2016, The Dynami Foundation has
like cancer, you quickly become an expert on
hosted the annual Uncork for a Cure event,
things you never thought you would want or need
which incorporates metro Detroit’s award-win-
to know, like how many doctor appointments you
ning chefs, sommeliers and artists. In just five
can fit into a day while juggling being a mom and
years, Uncork for a Cure has raised over one million dollars, funding six research studies on Lobular Breast Cancer, an underfunded and under researched common subtype. (40,000 women will be diagnosed this year, and there are no specific treatments). “Breast cancer is so pervasive and the statistics [1 in 8 affected women] have not changed,” Migyanka said. “By collaborating with our community and supporting the researchers, physicians and continued patient outreach, we will further foster our direct impact locally and nationally.” This year’s Uncork for a Cure will take place right here in West Bloomfield at Cauley Ferrari of Detroit on Friday, November 12. New this year, The Dynami Foundation is excited to be raffling off a classic 1997 Ferrari F355 Spider! Tickets are $250 each and only 1,500 will be sold. Visit dynamifoun-
Photo by The Dynami Foundation
dation.org for more information.
M I GYA N K A
LOCAL MOTHER AND BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR SHARES HER STORY ON WHAT INSPIRED HER TO GIVE BACK.
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LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS SHARE WHAT THEY WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THANKSGIVING GETTOGETHERS THIS YEAR.
W h at D o Y o u Bring to t h e Ta b l e ? LIZ BLONDY Liz Blondy, owner of Canine to Five (Commerce), said she’ll definitely be bringing stuffed KONGs for all the dogs. (If you’re not a dog owner, a KONG is a uniquely-shaped toy that can be used for fetching, chewing, problem solving, feeding and more). “You can fill these hollow rubber toys with all sorts of delicious treats to keep the family pet busy during holiday gatherings,” Blondy explained. “Dog-safe ingredients from your shopping trip can include pure canned pumpkin and peanut butter for a Canine to Five twist on doggie pumpkin pie! Simply cap the holes with peanut butter, freeze overnight and you’ve got a very happy dog on the floor beneath your Thanksgiving table!”
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ADAM FIENMAN, DDS Dr. Fienman worked in a deli growing up and loves to cook. Since college, he has been in charge of the turkey, and since he and his wife (Tracie) bought their home, they have hosted Thanksgiving every year, always bringing smiles to family members through cooking. “I perfected my Thanksgiving turkey recipe years ago,” Dr. Fienman said. “I usually roast one and smoke one. The smoked turkey is a big hit.” Fienman’s Tips to an “Expertly-Prepared” Turkey: Don’t cook an extra large bird over 20 pounds as they end up dry and tasteless. Opt for two smaller birds (about 12 pounds) for a big crowd. I have perfected a citrus and herb recipe, heavy on the garlic. Use fruit wood, Cherry and Apple, to smoke the bird. Use a meat thermometer to know when you are done cooking.
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“MR. RALPH” THOMPKINS Mr. Ralph, owner of S.W.A.G Kids Gym in West Bloomfield, is known for bringing laughter, joy, excitement and a true sense of gratitude and appreciation to his clients, but he said he does the same for his friends, family members and anyone else who supports his passion. “Giving back to communities and helping people feel great about themselves regardless of what they are going through is very important to me,” he said. “Thanksgiving is always special, and we all have so much to be thankful for!”
J O H N C A LV I N John Calvin of Calvin Law Center, PLLC grew up in a very big family and was the ninth of 10 children. Clearly, Thanksgiving was always a very large undertaking in his house. A fond memory he has of this holiday during his childhood is his mom always making it a point of going around the table to ask what each child was thankful for that year. “That is something I bring to the table with my family,” he explained. “I love being able to impart to my own kids how important it is to remember the good things in our lives and to share them with others.”
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D S S R O A E U L N T A C H D H W E S T
LOOKING TO TRY A NEW SALAD RECIPE THIS MONTH? Karen Akouri, local resident and owner of drench (the clean and natural dressing line), shares ingredients and directions for drench’s version of a Southwest Salad. The recipe calls for drench’s Southwest Vinaigrette, which is made with both olive and avocado oil and is the latest addition to the drench dressing lineup. “It’s great on anything with avocados and makes a great marinade and finishing sauce for fajitas,” Akouri said. “We never use canola oil or soybean oil. All of our dressings are free of the most common allergens: gluten free, dairy free, nut free, egg free, fish free, refined sugar free and non GMO Project Verified.”
LOCAL RESIDENT SHARES HER CLEAN AND NATURAL DRESSING LINE’S SOUTHWEST SALAD RECIPE. ARTICLE DANIELLE ALEXANDER PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF MEGAN GREGORY AND LEXI HARRISON Photo by Megan Gregory of The Culinary Nest 28
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DRENCH SOUTHWEST SALAD
Photo by Lexi Harrison of Crowded Kitchen
Layer the ingredients on a bed of the mixed greens and butter lettuce. This is a great salad for taco night or alongside fajitas, or it makes a great meal in itself. You can find all five drench flavors (Citrus Honey Vinaigrette,
+ Mixed greens and butter lettuce
Mediterranean Lemon, Balsamic Fig Vinaigrette, Vegan Caesar
+ Avocado, sliced
and Southwest Vinaigrette) locally at Market Square, Nino
+ Cilantro, torn into pieces
Salvaggio, Whole Foods, Plum Market, Heartland Market, Papa
+ Late July Snacks’ Jalapeno
Joe’s, Hollywood Markets, Westborn Markets and Naked Fuel.
Lime tortilla chips, crumbled
Visit idrench.com or follow @drenchdressing on Instagram for
ingredient s
+ Black beans, drained and rinsed
recipes and more.
+ Cherry tomatoes, halved + Red, yellow and orange peppers, chopped into cubes + Corn, grilled or roasted at 400 degrees for about 35 minutes (turned halfway through) + Spring onion, chopped + Pepitas (optional) + Limes for garnish (optional) + drench Southwest Dressing & Marinade
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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR
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VIRTUAL BEEKEEPER PATCH FOR GIRL SCOUTS
HEROES APPRECIATION BREAKFAST
Virtual Event
in West Bloomfield Township)
NOVI’S ORIGINAL SEWING AND QUILT EXPO
Join in virtually from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
WB Parks, West Bloomfield Township
Check out projects up close, try on
to learn all about pollinators with our
and Orchard Mall appreciate the hard
sample garments, discuss quilting
friends at Bees in the D! The event
work and sacrifices made by those
techniques with designers, sit down
includes a link to a virtual tour of an
in the military, and this event is their
to test drive new sewing and embroi-
active honey bee hive. Attention Girl
way of saying thank you. Veterans
dery machines, see the latest tools
Scouts: this program will cover 2/3
and one guest are able to attend from
and techniques to help you get more
requirements needed to earn the new
9 to 10:30 a.m. for free. Additional
satisfaction out of your own stitching
honey bee patch. For children 6+;
guests or non-veterans can attend
and more. Visit sewingexpo.com for
registration at wbparks.org required.
for $15. To register, call 248-451-1900
more information.
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SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE WORKSHOP
Connect at Orchard Mall (6335 Orchard
Orchard Mall (6445 Orchard Lake Rd
or visit wbparks.org.
7 MASTERCHEF JUNIOR LIVE!
12 6TH ANNUAL UNCORK FOR A CURE Cauley Ferrari (7070 Orchard Lake Rd
Fox Theatre (Detroit)
in West Bloomfield Township)
This class from 6 to 7:30 p.m. will
MasterChef Live! brings MasterChef
The 6th annual Uncork for a Cure
examine what it means to be a
and MasterChef Junior directly to fans
event will feature metro Detroit’s
"successor trustee." The instructor
and foodies alike…LIVE on stage. The
finest chefs, world-class wine, art
will outline the fiduciary duties and
family-friendly show will feature head-
and the announcement of a 1997
responsibilities of a trustee for a liv-
to-head cooking demonstrations and
F355 classic Ferrari at 9 p.m. sharp.
ing trust. He will also discuss how to
fun (sometimes messy!) challenges
Proceeds of the raffle will benefit the
manage those responsibilities and
with past MasterChef and MasterChef
Dynami Foundation’s mission of fund-
administer the trust when the time
Junior contestants, and an overall
ing cutting-edge research on Invasive
comes. Register at wbparks.org.
immersive audience experience fun
Lobular Breast Cancer. Visit dynam-
for all ages. Visit 313presents.com for
ifoundation.org for more information.
Lake Rd in West Bloomfield Township)
more information.
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17 NATIONAL TAKE A HIKE DAY!
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Marshbank Park (2805 Hiller Rd in West Bloomfield Township)
From 3 to 4 p.m., enjoy the mile-long loop of scenic trails of Marshbank
Park with a WB Parks Naturalist to celebrate National Take a Hike Day!
Recommended for children 5 and up; register at wbparks.org.
18 HARVEST DAY LUNCH
Connect at Orchard Mall (6335 Orchard Lake Rd in West Bloomfield Township)
A special Harvest Day Luncheon sponsored by Notting Hill Senior
Living Center for our area senior citizens will take place at noon. Please join with family and friends
to savor the flavors, colors and calm of autumn with a delicious lunch and live music. Space is limited, so register at wbparks.org early.
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Hiller Rd in West Bloomfield Township)
Children are challenged to think critically about the world around them. As students identify problems, they will think creatively about how they can use technology to inspire change. Your child is sure to have a blast as they build, learn and play from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Recommended for children 6-12; registration at wbparks.org is required.
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COMPLETE RELAXATION
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MAKE YOUR OWN WALKING STICK
Recreation Activities Center (4640 Walnut Lake Rd in West Bloomfield Township)
From 10 to 11:30 a.m., you'll get everything you need to make and personalize your own hiking stick. Once you
are finished with your creation, put it to use on the trails with a short,
Naturalist-guided hike through the forest. Please come prepared and dressed to spend the whole program outside. Recommended for children 5 and up; register at wbparks.org.
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HEARTSAVER: FIRST AID/CPR/AED
Recreation Activities Center (4640 Walnut Lake Rd in West Bloomfield Township)
This version is a blended learning
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course with both an online learning portion and a private hands-on session with an instructor. A link to
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the online portion will be sent to the participant. Skills covered: first aid, choking relief and what to do for sudden cardiac arrest. For more information and to register, visit wbparks.org.
22 GOBBLE GOBBLE GAME ON
Connect at Orchard Mall (6335 Orchard Lake Rd in West Bloomfield Township)
Gobble Gobble Game On is a 30-minute event at 11:30 a.m. where you will play word puzzles, word bingo and turkey trivia. At the end of the event, a bag-lunch to-go will be provided for you to enjoy. Registration deadline is 11/18 by noon. Register at wbparks.
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