Since the beginning of the pandemic, 12.6 million households in the U.S. have adopted or purchased a dog, a cat, a guinea pig, or even a domesticated rat as family pets. Rats ranked fifth in the World Atlas list of top 10 smartest animals in the world.
Hawks, owls, and falcons are raptors and all have been used in Falconry for many thousands of years. Originally Falconry was using a bird of prey as a tool to catch food to eat. Over time it has evolved into a sport, a craft, some
I’ve been very busy these last several weeks Planning a Simple Wedding at Home for my daughter. It’s been wonderful spending the extra time with her planning and shopping for her wedding. They decided they both wanted an intimate wedding at home with just immediate
In celebration of Earth Day, I want to share how simple and inexpensive it is to enjoy the outdoors. As you know… if you’re a regular follower that is, I love being outdoors and I live in Dayton Ohio. What you may not know is, Dayton
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company in conjunction with Blog Meets Brand, and I have been compensated for my participation. All opinions are my own. I’ve been visiting Kings Island theme park since they opened in April 1972. I must admit
Today I am sharing another installment of my Exploring Park Series with Carriage Hill Farm (Part – 2). In this post, we will be exploring the Arnold family graveyard. I’ve always been drawn to old graveyards, I think it’s interesting to read the old tombstones,
I love exploring our local park systems. I grew up in Dayton, Ohio and went to a few of the Five Rivers Metro Parks. As soon as my grandchildren were old enough we’ve started exploring the local parks. Sometimes the kids go with me and
Happy Earth Day! I have to say it’s one of my favorite days! Celebrating our beautiful earth. We take so much for granted until it’s almost gone or ruined. I am teaching my grandchildren a different way, to live a more sustainable life with respect
April is a special month to me because my daughter was born on the 11th and it’s also the month for Earth Day. I personally think everyday should be Earth Day but it’s nice to bring it front and center once a year to remind
Have you ever noticed some of our greatest treasures are practically in our own backyard? Ever since my grandchildren were born I look for places locally that I can take them when they are at my house visiting. Kids need to be kept occupied. I
Dougherty Exhibit at Wegerzyn Gardens Dougherty Exhibit at Wegerzyn Gardens dubbed “A Wiggle in It’s Walk”. The sculpture done by woven wood artist Patrick Dougherty . It took more than 1000 volunteer man hours to create. Dougherty created a nearly 200 foot long tunnel that coils
