Here's What We're Reading… Lady Tremaine, by Rachel Hochhauser, out March 3, 2026 This novel reimagines the myth of Cinderella’s ‘wicked’ stepmother in a bold and beautifully written way. When a royal ball offers the chance to change everything, the widowed Lady … [Read more...] about Read These Two New Book Releases This Spring
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What’s Your Landscape Personality?
What’s your landscape personality? If you’ve ever looked around your neighborhood for inspiration for your landscape and felt underwhelmed, you’re not alone. Much of what we see in suburban landscapes today traces back to mid-century design principles that, over time, have … [Read more...] about What’s Your Landscape Personality?
Your Home Can Be Safe And Still Be Beautiful
Your home doesn’t have to stay the same. Why not consider some changes that will enhance your life, especially if you or a loved one has less mobility because of age or disease? You can live in a beautiful, safe space if you make some intentional changes. Less Stuff If … [Read more...] about Your Home Can Be Safe And Still Be Beautiful
Brighten Up Your Space
With so much of our lives unfolding at home, the way our environment is designed directly impacts our health, safety, and happiness. Mental health thrives in an inspiring space. “Refreshing and redecorating a home brings new life to it,” says Shoshanna Portman, owner of … [Read more...] about Brighten Up Your Space
Finding Purpose On The Forest Trail
A shared love of nature and education drew Kat Panther and Leslie Senn to their volunteer roles at Bernheim Forest and Arboretum. Both are volunteer naturalists in their 70s who lead guided hikes, host staff discovery stations, and help connect visitors to nature through a … [Read more...] about Finding Purpose On The Forest Trail