There’s something magical about morning glories and moonflowers. Their beautiful green leaves climb and climb, while their blooms come and go with the rising of the sun or the fall of darkness. Cousins of sweet potatoes, these climbers will extend their tendrils to whatever is available – trellis, fence, or post. They can reach six…
Eyes tired? Need a pick-me-up? No time for a weekend at the spa? This relaxing eye pillow, filled with flax seed and lavender, might do the trick. The gentle weight of the flax seed refreshes, the scent of lavender soothes, and the pillow itself blocks out the light to rejuvenate your eyes. Plus it can…
The enchanting Sweet Pea ? what does it bring to mind? The song lyrics, ?Oh, Sweet Pea, c?mon and dance with me . . .?, perhaps the darling baby Sweet Pea with Popeye and Olive Oyl, or even a term of endearment in your own home. What could inspire this token of affection? The lovely…
Pets need cookies, too! Many households in your very neighborhood are likely to have at least one dog or cat (or both). If you are one of them or have made friends with the neighbors’ pets, you may want to give your little furry friend a special treat occasionally. Make a batch of homemade dog…
Your daffodils and tulips will bloom in the Spring, but Spring seems a long way off in the cold months of Winter. To satisfy your desire to bring bulbs to bloom, plant some Paperwhites. With a simple planting medium and a little water, in 4-6 weeks you’ll have clusters of miniature Narcissi greeting you with…
With many varieties to choose from and countless uses in the kitchen, basil is a favorite. Native to Asia, Africa, Central America and South America, basil, a member of the mint family, has been used for thousands of years by several cultures. Such lengthy cultivation has produced over forty varieties including cinnamon, clove, lemon, and…
January is National Soup Month. What better time than the cold days of winter to enjoy a steaming bowl of homemade soup? Serve soup for lunch or dinner with hearty bread and flavorful salad or as one of many courses in an elegant meal. Soup has few limitations. Vegetables – or not. Meat – or…
Take time to stop and smell . . . the bath salts. Aromatherapy is once again at work. Bath salts can do double or even triple duty – they will soften the water, detox the body, and bring about a calmer state of mind. It’s easy to prepare your own bath salts, whether for yourself…
Weddings are full of traditions – religious, cultural, family, and even national traditions. These customs include clothing for bride and groom, what is said at the wedding, and, of course, the food for the wedding feast. The most common food traditions for weddings include sweets. The Ancient Romans, though they were without sugar, made a…
If you appreciate architecture and enjoy experiencing the atmosphere of an incredible building, visit the National Building Museum on your next trip to Washington D.C. Full of history and innovation, this building is a source of education and inspiration. History and Features of the National Building Museum The National Building Museum was designed by Montgomery…