January 24th… that leaves ten, eleven, twelve… WAY too many weeks left for winter!  If you are anxiously anticipating summer, as I am, check out this link to give you ideas on how to add some Island Style to your home. Our Favorite Coastal Homes of 2010 by Coastal Living

Here in the Northeast, natives are fully prepared with wool sweaters, long johns, ski pants, coats, hats, mittens, and scarves for the cold temps we experience during the winter months.  But we are not the only ones that brave the cold on a daily basis.  Our cats and dogs enjoy frolicking in the snow but are susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia as well as other cold weather related conditions. Did you know that dogs and cats lose the...

Bioplastic has been used in manufacturing for decades. However, since about 2008 it has become one of the leading green products.  Everything from golf balls to chip bags to building products are now available in bioplastic.  You can even YouTube how to make the stuff! So what is bioplastic? Bioplastic is plastic derived from a plant based source, such as vegetable oil or corn starch.  Because it is derived from organic sources, most (but not...

For many of us, winter is an endured evil we wait out so we can enjoy the beauty of spring, summer and autumn.  Winter is spent rushing from warm vehicles to warm homes wishing for the warmth of spring to invite us back outdoors.  Then we spend spring and summer in a flurry of landscaping projects, gardening and manicuring our outdoor space.  Well, the winter months don’t need to be wasted.  Spend this time planning your spring and summer...