The urban sport of axe throwing
How in the world did axe throwing, something lumberjacks do in competition – along with other events like log rolling, speed pole climbing, and...
Purslane packs a pretty punch
As we enter the long hot months of summer, I start keeping closer records in my garden journal about what's thriving and what's looking...
Kay’s Dark Chocolate Mud Pie Perfection
My friend Kay Jowers is a southern-woman, born and raised in South Carolina. Her mom, Miss Perlie, is still an excellent cook, even in...
Everything’s coming up hydrangeas for garden contest winner
You did it again! Your entries, 118 of them, were all astounding. With their pompom-like blooms, hydrangeas are like the cheerleaders of the garden....
Northeast Georgia area events
This week in (and around) Habersham, create lasting summer memories with free educational experiences for kids, learn more about caring for your garden and...
Light up the night…safely!
Fireworks will light up the skies here and in communities and major cities across our country during the long holiday weekend. They have long...
Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard
The Hitman's Bodyguard from 2017 became a surprise success, so much so that we got an unwarranted sequel. I didn't think the first movie...
Helen’s Georgia Mountain Coaster
The last time I saw alpine sleds running on tracks in the summer, I was in Austria. The track moved straight down a large...
Add a little sparkle to your garden. Win a hydrangea.
The night skies will be lighting up with fireworks over the next few days. Why not light up your landscape with a hydrangea?
Our monthly...
Cheerleaders of the garden, hydrangeas
The flowers of hydrangeas resemble a cheerleader's pom-poms, cheering on the season. Blooming from the spring to the fall, this flower is so beloved,...
Refreshing summer pasta salad
I've bragged about my husband's culinary skills on many occasions. Do you think if I continue he'll keep being the Master Chef on his...
Bringing up baby
I'm a wife, a mom, and a dog mom. I'm sharing this story with you because you'll be able to relate if you have...