If you're looking to unwind in nature, botanical gardens are the perfect escape. Scattered across the U.S., these beautiful spots offer a mix of serene landscapes, fascinating plant collections, and peaceful paths to wander. Here's a quick guide to some of the must-visit botanical gardens around the country.

As this month arrives with its promise of sunny days and balmy nights, there's no better way to celebrate than by embracing the lifestyle of living by the lake. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or lucky enough to reside by a tranquil body of water, the lake life offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

June is here and it's the perfect time to embrace the fresh, vibrant foods at your local farmers' market! There's nothing quite like wandering through stalls brimming with colorful fruits, crisp veggies, and aromatic herbs. Plus, supporting local farmers feels great and connects you to your community. 

How long has it been since you’ve gone on a picnic? It’s not something people usually think about and to some it may even seem a bit silly. Gather your friends or family and take a little time for yourself this spring to have a lunch or dinner out of doors. You’ll be so glad you did!

From the beauty of nature's rebirth to the joy of cozy moments and community bonds, there's plenty to be grateful for in this rainy month. Here's to embracing April showers and finding sunshine in every drop!

Why not seize the opportunity to gather friends for your own unique event? Perhaps plan a hike or host a potluck dinner? Let's come together, bringing people from various facets of our lives, foster new connections, and create opportunities to celebrate the changing seasons together!

Winter may be snow-free, but it doesn't mean the season is any less magical. Embrace the chill, get creative, and make the most of the winter wonderland around you, even if it's missing the fluffy white stuff!

As the holiday season amps up, the weather turns colder, and our schedules start to get even busier with more activities, it does seems like a good month to stop and give thanks. Maybe our country’s original settlers had the right idea - after working hard to bring in the harvest, to pause, to share a meal, to celebrate, to give thanks. 

This month I am determined to intentionally set aside time to be creative. To freely create something from scratch - paint, sew, make something from nothing. But what about the times you don't have the ideas or aren't feeling very inspired to create? Here are a few ways to energize your creative side, get inspired, and let your creativity flow.

It's a new season and I think it's the perfect time for resetting and making new plans for the year to come.  I'm taking time out to reassess and set intentions for the year ahead. I'm not just setting goals for my work, but making creative intentions as well.

August always seems to be the time of cramming in the last adventures before school starts and the warmth of summer ends. Before the fall season hits and the slower days of summer fade, we seem to try to do it all. But what if we put off the sense of urgency to finish the summer with a bang? What if we ease into fall this year and savor this last month of summer? 

Marry a tackle box with snacks = Snackle Box! It makes transporting snacks to the beach, picnic, or boat ride so much easier. Creating your own Snackle Box is pretty easy. Packed with an assortment of tasty treats, this snack-filled treasure chest will streamline your planning and improve your snacking game!