You may be surprised to know just how many of our feathered friends don’t hightail it to the south as soon as the cooler weather hits. These true snowbirds stay put to tough out the winter along with the rest of us. Once temps stay consistently cold, it Read More >
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Outdoor Decor: Halloween Edition
Ready for a season of frightful, friendly and fun outdoor decor? October 31st is just around the corner, so we’ve gathered together some great Halloween decorating ideas. From pumpkins to porches to snacks, from the sophisticated to the spooktacular, let us Read More >
3 Ways to Reduce Mosquitos
Ahhhh…the pleasant summer evenings spent outdoors on your deck or patio, lounging on a chaise, enjoying dinner al fresco or gathering around the fire pit making s’mores with the kiddos. The soft, refreshing breeze, the incredible smells wafting off the grill Read More >
Ways to Keep your Sanity During Winter Break
It seems everyone looks forward to Christmas Break…a glorious two weeks off from checking homework, packing lunches and shuttling kids to and from endless activities. You know the feeling…with the rise and fall of Christmas day, that first week feels like Read More >
6 Ways to Survive Winter
Winter is coming, and not just in the fictional Westeros of Game of Thrones fame, but right here in Western Michigan. Cold weather. Blustery Wind. Piles of snow outside your door. We don’t know about you, but these shorter days and longer nights don’t exactly Read More >