Photo via http://ow.ly/4nq91D Lily of the valley is the official birth flower of May. This flower is one of my personal favorites. I attended a friend’s wedding last spring and was so pleased to see this bloom included in the décor of the church. There were wreaths that featured lily of the valley hanging on…Continue reading
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Get Your Hands Dirty For National Gardening Month
Photo via http://ow.ly/10CGdb April is National Gardening Month, and I’ve started the celebrations by planting flowers to attract butterflies to my garden, and also planted a small herb garden to cook with. This week, I dug a little deeper into National Gardening Month and all of its celebrations. Enjoy! The Beginnings of National Gardening Month…Continue reading
The Beneficial Effects Of Fruits And Vegetables On The Human Body
Photo via http://ow.ly/100wgV Most people understand the importance of eating fresh vegetables and fruits each day. Personally, I love eating cantaloupe for breakfast and a colorful broccoli salad for lunch. Though I take a multivitamin each day, I know that there is no substitute for eating fresh fruits and vegetables. When you eat fresh fruits…Continue reading
All About Squash, The Superfood Of Winter
Photo via http://ow.ly/YKEfK One of the best things about the colder months is you get to create delicious dishes that feature seasonal, winter squash. Most of us recognize familiar varieties, such as butternut and pumpkin, but there are many other types of squash that can be the highlighted in a dish. This week, I ventured…Continue reading
What’s The Reason For Four Seasons?
Photo via http://ow.ly/YuADn My favorite time of year is fast approaching. I love to see the layers of snow in my yard start to disappear, revealing patches of green. I have a small square of ground near my front door where daffodils make an early appearance every year. Have you ever stopped to think about…Continue reading
Air Plants: The Latest Trend In Houseplants
Photo via http://ow.ly/YoIaE When you think of the typical houseplant, you may picture a light green fern with dozens of dangling fronds. Or perhaps you envision a colorful African violet flourishing in a small container on your coffee table. But for your next houseplant, why not go with an unconventional option? Tillandsdia, also known as…Continue reading
How To Naturally Protect Against The Cold And Flu
Photo via Flickr (sammyjayjay) Last week, I had a bad cold that had me coughing, sneezing, and blowing my nose for several days. I don’t know about you, but I usually get at least three colds during the winter. As I rested in bed last week, I started to wonder what I could do to…Continue reading
Every Flower Is A Gift, But What Is The Meaning Behind It?
Photo via http://ow.ly/Wfa4j A gift of flowers is always a welcome surprise, especially around Christmastime. A few days ago, I received a beautiful bouquet of chrysanthemums from my best friend. The gift was all the more special to me because chrysanthemums symbolize friendship and good cheer, so my best friend chose a gathering of flowers…Continue reading
Green Up Your Cubicle With These Artificial-Light Loving Plants
Photo via http://ow.ly/VrWGs As winter approaches, many people begin to miss the colorful flowers and plants that disappear with the cold weather. Some people even deal with seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. Fortunately, there are many low-maintenance plants you can add to your office space to give the atmosphere a much-needed dose of cheer. For…Continue reading
9 Surprising Facts You May Not Know About Pumpkins
As I walked my dog Basil through my neighborhood a few days ago, I couldn’t help but notice all of the pumpkins perched on porches and window sills. I love to see the scary, funny, sad faces of pumpkins staring down at me. I even saw a pumpkin carved to look like a frightened cat….Continue reading