Family Day at the Famers Market

By Becky | April 29, 2015
Six small teal baskets filled with bright red raspberries are arranged in a grid pattern on a wooden surface, reminiscent of a vibrant farmers market. The baskets rest on a black, lattice-patterned tray, occupying the left side of the image.

A fun-filled, family field trip for this time of year is the farmers market. A bountiful harvest of raspberries, tomatoes, zucchini, and green beans, among other homegrown delicacies, is a delight for the senses. Roaming the stalls in the warm autumn sunshine, filling a basket with jars of honey, and munching on just picked apples…

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Nature Field Trips for Families

By Becky | April 15, 2015
A lush greenhouse interior with vibrant green plants and flowers lines a concrete pathway, ideal for a field trip. Sunlight filters through the glass roof, illuminating the foliage, while a glass door beckons at the path's end.

Getting outside after a long winter is balm for the soul. Little kids, big kids, and grownup alike are looking forward to time in the sun, to run, play, and enjoy being outside unencumbered by snow gear. When they were little, my boys would choose outside activities over indoor any day of the week. Things…

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