It is 11:00 pm and we are leaving the small college town where our daughter will be spending the next four (4) years. The bed is made, the pictures are hung, the curtains are up, the clothes put away and the desk is set-up. We have a good feeling about…

Six months ago, I decided to create an office in our home where, traditionally, would be the formal living room.  I worked with a contractor and decorator to create my own space. Facing the front of the house with lots of natural light and plenty of room to spread out,…

“There are only two lasting bequests we can hope to give our children. One of these is roots, the other, wings.” – Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe In about a month, our youngest child will be going to college. My husband and I met in 1987, married in 1990 and within…

Gardening with your children is a fun and productive way to spend time together, reconnect with nature and get some exercise. Here are some techniques that will help everyone enjoy the experience. Benefits of Gardening With Kids Improve your family’s eating habits. Your kids will be more excited about eating…

Working from home is much different. How can you get work done without any of the help that you would normally receive from coworkers? Miss the social interaction? Staying motivated can be challenging. Never fear – we have you covered! Try these techniques to stay motivated and be productive: Create…