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Lively Summer Gardens

Most birds have a few distinctive calls that identify them. The northern mockingbird is the exception, with its ability to mimic or mock the call of other birds, hence the common name. They have also been observed imitating non-avian sounds.…

The Curated Home

More than wall decor, curated art collections can elevate any room from a beige blank slate to your personalized creative space.  Artist Doug Foltz, owner of SaltCrust Studios in Santa Rosa Beach, recommends considering sentiment when curating a collection for…

Blooms and Berries

Vaccinium is a low-maintenance native plant genus with dependable spring blooms. The plant also produces edible berries that are a favorite of birds.  Sparkleberry (Vaccinium arboretum) is the only North American member of the Vaccinium genus capable of reaching the…

Crafty Christmas

Crafting played a huge role in my childhood, especially during the holidays. Each year, my mom would break out the hot glue gun (for her) and purple glue sticks (for me), and we’d get to work on whatever DIY project…