The Lightness of Being

The Lightness of Being

by Natasha Winkler Why Your Home Needs a Psychological Reset This April There is a very specific kind of heavy silence that settles into our homes by late March. It is the weight of those thick wool blankets that have lived on the sofa for months straight. It is the...
Lemon-Fresh Solutions for a Cleaner Home

Lemon-Fresh Solutions for a Cleaner Home

by Sarah Peterson Spring is here, bringing the perfect opportunity for a fresh start at home. It’s time to get winter dirt and stale air out of our homes, and when it comes to cleaning, lemons are a versatile, natural household agent that can get the job done. Due to...
The Life Cycle of a Garage

The Life Cycle of a Garage

by Tyler Sjostrom For a certain type of person, the interior of their home is like a showroom for their lives — a curated selection of throw pillows, family photos, and word art that says, “This is how we like to think of ourselves.” I’d suggest most of us are this...
Get Ready to Plant Your Garden

Get Ready to Plant Your Garden

by Holly Boettcher There’s something uniquely satisfying about walking out your back door to harvest a basket of sun-ripened tomatoes, cucumbers, and fresh lettuce for your evening salad. Starting a vegetable garden isn’t just about growing food; it’s an invitation to...
Plant Your Own Tomatoes, Peppers, and Eggplants

Plant Your Own Tomatoes, Peppers, and Eggplants

by Holly Boettcher Starting vegetables from seed is a great way to save money. The best part is you can grow vibrant, flavorful varieties that you won’t find at garden centers. In east-central Wisconsin’s climate, March is the ideal time to kick off this rewarding...
Eyes on the Prize

Eyes on the Prize

by John Van Den Brandt Eagle watching is a thrilling experience that brings joy to nature enthusiasts and bird watchers alike. In a state with one of the highest populations of bald eagles in the country, the Fox Valley is considered a particular “hot spot” especially...