Category Archives: Love of Nature

Enjoying the outdoors and nature

• What Animal Rescue is Teaching My Children

  I believe my son is learning important lessons from the work that we do in rescue. We don’t judge books by their covers. We know about commitment, because a no-show from us means certain death for the dogs we were scheduled to pick up. We know about prioritizing and time management, because sometimes death row trumps algebra (not always – but sometimes.).  MORE

• 33 Reasons to Grow Bee Balm, Lavender, and Basil

  When I’m looking for plants to add to my gardens, I lean toward options that will not only give me beautiful blooms, but will also add value to our lives in other ways. I’m really excited about three plants I’m adding this year: bee balm, lavender, and basil. All are members of the mint family, and all have multiple benefits for our home and garden.  MORE

• Grounding into the Earth for Relaxation and Renewal

  Grounding into the earth (even indoors) can make a huge difference in how you feel without trying to fade or fix your feelings away.  MORE

• 8 Great Earth Day Activities for Families

  Celebrating Earth Day with children is a great way to help them learn about our beautiful planet, and our responsibility to care for it. There are so many ways that we can contribute to the Earth’s care every day, through things like recycling, composting, and reducing our consumption. But on Earth Day, it can be fun to find a special activity to do together to commemorate the day.  MORE

• 8 Reasons to Go Camping With Your Kids

  The weather is warmer, and it is time to think about taking a break. As you plan your family vacation, consider hitting the trails with your kids.  MORE

• Children, Music, and Learning How to Listen

  Listening is fundamental for any sort of musicality and it is a skill we can introduce and nurture in our children long before they begin any form of music education.  MORE

• Wordless Wednesday: Star Gazing

  This week we asked you to share star gazing with us. Read more about Love of Nature on our resource page. Link up!  MORE

• Wordless Wednesday: Camping

  This week we asked you to share camping with us. Read more about Ecological Responsibility and Love of Nature on our resource page. Link up!  MORE

• Wordless Wednesday: Sticks

  This week we asked you to share photos of sticks with us. Read more about Ecological Responsibility and Love of Nature on our resource page. Link up!  MORE

• Wordless Wednesday: Rocks

  This week we asked you to share photos of rocks with us. Read more about Ecological Responsibility and Love of Nature on our resource page. Link up!  MORE

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