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Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer. Even though summer officially ends a few weeks after Labor Day, a new school year begins for most students by Labor Day, and the lazy, hazy days spent on the beach give way to a new school year.
It's no wonder that so many people want to capture the...
Few getaways can reinvigorate the mind and body like a day spent in the great outdoors. The rewards of a day spent outside aren't just figments of the imagination. The online medical resource WebMD notes that exposure to the great outdoors can improve sleep cycles, boost self-esteem, reduce anxiety...
Watermelon is a summertime staple. Each summer, stores and farm stands have an abundance of watermelons on display, and many people feel no picnic or barbecue is complete without watermelon.
Watermelon is a refreshing option on hot days. It's ideal sliced and served, or can be included in fruit...
Vacations present an opportunity to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, often recharging mind and body in the process. In fact, using vacation time can reduce stress and improve overall health.
While there is a certain measure of work that goes into vacation planning, and for some it...
Prior to having children, few adults would bat an eye at spontaneous weekend excursions or discounted red-eye travel deals that required little more than a hastily packed carry-on bag and passport in hand. Once adults make the decisions to expand their families, traveling even short distances often...
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April has been colder and wetter than usual, which has gardeners feeling restless. While it’s not too early to complete a few garden tasks despite the cold and dreary weather, others should be left for warmer days ahead.
Keep pollinators...
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If seedlings are leaning toward a light source, reposition the seedlings or move the light closer to them.
Start with clean materials
One of the most common problems affecting seedlings is damping off. This problem is caused by a...
The loss of a loved one can be difficult to confront. That difficulty might have been heightened in recent years, when a global pandemic has caused the death of millions, including many people who were otherwise healthy prior to contracting the COVID-19 virus.
Each individual may experience the...
Road trips are great ways to get away from home and see the country. Such excursions enable travelers to get up close and personal with various attractions and afford them a chance to travel at their own pace.
No matter where the road may take you, safety should always be a priority. The home and...
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Rabbit damage on a shrub
My fruit trees and shrubs suffered severe wildlife damage this winter while I was focusing on other personal projects (a newborn baby). If your perennials are also suffering from wildlife damage, you are not...
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