Well Designed Travel: Apartment Therapy

By: Smith Schwartz |

So you guys, my column debuted today over on Apartment Therapy! I’m so excited to finally get started and I’m overwhelmed by the positive responses. Please head over to AT and check out the full story HERE.

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Stout Beer, Old Pickles and Good Times

By: Smith Schwartz |

We got out and about quite a bit this weekend. Friday night, we headed to Sidetrack in downtown Ypsilanti. I love coming to Sidetrack around Christmastime, as it’s one of the most cozy places in town. Strong, stout beer served up with a side of traditional bar fare makes it fun for the whole fam. And of course, no trip...

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Cabin Fever

By: Smith Schwartz |

So we’ve been in Michigan for about a week now, and things are getting serious. Seriously cold, that is. I guess this whole adventure wouldn’t be complete without a tiny dose of winter. We can take our lumps… we’ve got warm weather in store sooner than is fair. We’ve mostly stayed home with the family; Erik’s sister Jessica, her husband...

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