I was lucky to have grown up on nearly two acres, and on that acreage was plenty of trees. We had a few maples in our front yard, and plenty of fruit trees in our backyard. To my mother’s dismay, we loved climbing the trees in the summertime, and...

It’s spring, and, hopefully, summer isn’t very far behind. And while we’re dusting off the barbecues and planning day trips to the beach, we’re probably also planning to show off a little more skin. So while you’re thinking about making yourself more beautiful, keep in mind that for many...

It’s almost Easter! I love Easter, partly because it means that spring is on its way. I also love the food that comes with Easter — chocolate bunnies, angel food cake, and, of course, lots and lots of Easter ham. I love leftover ham because of the many delicious...

I’m a pretty environmentally conscious person, so I’m always tickled when I order takeout or am given a box for my leftovers, and I’m given biodegradable boxes. Heck, I’ve even seen straws and flatware made out of corn starch. So, especially with Earth Day coming up, I was pleased...