The Porch

You are likely paying for your city and county trail systems – many are maintained with tax dollars – so why not USE them? Multi-use trail...

What images or emotions come to mind when you think of the color green? Green is often associated with vibrancy, renewal and growth—among...

The urban lifestyle puts a premium on space. We urbanites tend to drive smaller cars, grow smaller gardens, and cook in smaller kitchens....

Think about your experience as a house guest. What did you enjoy and what could have been better?

“As a mom of three kids in elementary, middle and high school, I know the lunch time struggles when it’s that time of year for school to...

There’s plenty of summer weather left to take in. We suggest an afternoon or evening of backyard family fun to create memories that will...

Finally, you’re all moved into your new home. You’re slowly, but surely, unpacking all of your boxes (wondering why in the world you’ve...

Decorating your home can be daunting, not to mention expensive. Whether it’s a new-to-you home, or an update of your existing home, there...

Some of the parenting books will tell you that intrinsic motivation is all that kids need to get their chores done. Just give them a list...

When considering which home improvement project you’ll take on next, you want it to pay off in enjoyment and quality of life, but also in...