Have you ever heard your teen say that he or she is bored? During the summer you may hear more of the same. Devise craft ideas to help stop the boredom and even create a new hobby for your teens. You may feel that summer crafts are only for little kids, but teens can benefit […]
Continue readingSummer is a season of maintenance. The grass is up, things are green, and there are no leaves to rake yet. So it’s a time for keeping things looking good and enjoying your lawn. Here are some tips for caring for your lawn during the summer. Not Too Short It is not recommended that you […]
Continue readingIt’s warm and the outdoors beckons. The health benefits of being outdoors and in the sun (without sunburns, of course) are coming to light, encouraging people to get out into nature and the outdoors. Getting out on the beach is one of the most beautiful and fun ways to do this. But some families aren’t […]
Continue readingIt’s summer and that means: beach vacation! You can do lots of activities at the beach. If your family is planning a beach vacation, here are some tips to be sure that you are ready for the trip. If you have a large family it can be a daunting process to get everyone ready for […]
Continue readingSince I stopped composting, I’ve been wondering how we can reduce our waste. I’m especially unhappy about sending food waste and other biodegradable trash to landfills, where I know they probably won’t have enough oxygen to decompose properly. I solved the problem somewhat by feeding what I can to the birds and squirrels (and the […]
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