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Sometimes it’s difficult to stay cool as a cucumber in this heat however that should not shy you away from enjoying this delicious vegetable. Cucumber has become a featured flavor in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks this summer and we…Read More

During the dog days of summer it becomes a real challenge to find ways to cool off – especially in the Big Apple. Manhattan is a 13-mile long island sandwiched between 2 rivers, it should be one of the easiest…Read More

One of the most unusual national parks, Yellowstone, offers a complex and surprising geological history with its dramatic basalt plateaus, remarkable craters, and other worldly geysers. This captivating environment is the result of millions of years of geological changes from…Read More

It’s the 4th of July and on top of all the Americana apparel, one of our personal favorite outdoor BBQ accessories are sunglasses. They keep you from squinting, protect your eyes and everyone looks cool when wearing them. If you’re…Read More

If you like Piña Coladas…and extra moisturizing body cream; If you’re into whitening your teeth after yoga… and want to boost your brain–ok, it’s not exactly the Jimmy Buffet tune we all love, but the point is, coconut oil is…Read More

If you’re planning on spending a lot of time in the woods this summer, it’s always good to brush up on a few safety tips. Even though bear attacks are rare in North America, you can never be too cautious.…Read More

As Marcel Proust once said, “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes.” Often times when one thinks of going out and exploring the natural world we think of foot patrolling through…Read More

At the Green Festival in New York City, artist George Sabra had the beautiful sculpture (pictured above) on display. The sculpture reached for the ceiling and was very colorful. As I got closer, I heard the woman representing Sabra say…Read More

At only 35 years old, I feel extremely blessed to have easily conceived both of my children when I see so many couples out there who struggle. I have a number of friends who have had to turn to fertility…Read More

Over the past few years biking has become a very popular means of transportation. From the suburbs to the cities, many commuters have found biking to be a quick, healthy and eco-friendly way to go from place to place. Even…Read More