No matter their cultural roots, scarecrows worldwide were conceived to perform a specific task: to frighten. Because crows walk along the ground to forage, looking for food in the top 2 inches of soil, crops are affected by their search …
November brings with it a wonderful time of chilly weather and thankful hearts. School comes to a close for the holiday and Thanksgiving brings in family from all over the world. Here are 30 things to be grateful for in …
Marigolds are yellow and orange in color and are often linked to the sun. They represent fierce love, power and strength, an appreciation for creativity, a desire for wealth, a formidable hard-working attitude, and passion. Further definition of the flower …
April seventh holds the title of “world health day.” It is a time to focus in on your “why” for living healthy. Get to the gym and break a sweat. Build some muscle, shed some weight, and create a healthier …
Spring ushers in the rejuvenation of life, with baby animals and newly budding plants and trees. It is a time of peace, prosperity, transformation, and rebirth. The season holds beautiful renewal, which March opens up and April carries through. The …
Writers know all about the beauty of the blank page. It can be a gift and a curse to encounter it. A gift if you know what you want to say, and a curse if you do not. A lot …
Being around a body of water feeds the soul in ways that cannot be explained. For some, boating out on the lake is the ticket. Others enjoy a good fishing trip to the river. There are even those that just …
When you think of St. Patrick’s Day, what are your thoughts? Is it about green beer and corned beef cabbage at the local pub? Do you go to the big parade, dress in green, and enjoy that party atmosphere? Why …
At the start of the year, you may have made an exercise resolution or goal. March is filled with alcohol and pie, as the fourteenth is pie day and the seventeenth is Saint Patrick’s Day. It is time to check …
The most significant way to train the body to fight disease and fend off sickness is to build and maintain a healthy and strong immune system. Knowing that it is all about more than what you eat is also important. …