Who Am I?

I love being the the woods. I easily hide amongst the leaves. I change colors according to the season: red in spring, green in summer, and orange or bronze in the fall. I am pretty annoying when you come in contact with me. If you touch me, you may regret it 12-72...

Splishing and Splashing with Care!

Summer brings with it all kinds of outdoor fun, including swimming and water play. Nothing says summer more than splashing, floating, or even just dangling a toe or two, in water. But it also requires increased vigilance to stay safe around any kind of water, from...

Stop, Look, and Breathe Deeply

It was only after I had my daughter that I really had to stop and smell the flowers on a daily basis (for almost 3 years now). In our fast-paced lives with not enough hours in the day, this concept seems virtually impossible. Having a child slows the rush, unless one...

Beach Blanket Bingo?

Planning to head to the beach? Here are 10 items not to be forgotten when venturing out to the sun, sand, and water. 1. Sunscreen–Keep that protection barrier on your skin to save your skin from harmful rays. 2. Water–Hydration, hydration, hydration 3....

Liver and Spring

Spring is the time to focus on the liver. Liver Qi stagnation is identified in traditional Chinese medicine as the cause of many physical and emotional problems. Stress greatly impacts our bodies. According to traditional Chinese medicine, or TCM, stress directly...