Coolest Outdoor Toys For Kids This Summer

Coolest Outdoor Toys For Kids This Summer

Last Saturday, I watched my neighbor’s seven-year-old discover the pure joy of launching foam rockets 30 feet into the air with nothing but a good stomp. The whoops of excitement drew three other kids from across the street, and within minutes, my quiet morning...
How Local Events Bring Us Together

How Local Events Bring Us Together

Three years ago, I watched our town’s annual harvest festival almost disappear. Budget cuts, volunteer fatigue, and the pandemic had left our once-vibrant community celebration hanging by a thread. But something remarkable happened when a small group of...
Essential Tools Every Home Owner Should Have

Essential Tools Every Home Owner Should Have

Last month, my neighbor Jim knocked on my door at 8 PM with a panicked look. His bathroom faucet was dripping, and he couldn’t find a wrench anywhere in his house. After lending him my adjustable wrench (and showing him how to use it), I realized how many...
How to Start a Local Book Club

How to Start a Local Book Club

I still remember the nervous energy I felt three years ago, sitting in my living room with a stack of book suggestions and wondering if anyone would actually show up. My neighbor had mentioned wanting to read more, and before I knew it, I was texting everyone I knew...
Affordable Decor That Looks Expensive

Affordable Decor That Looks Expensive

Creating a luxurious-looking home doesn’t require a trust fund (though it wouldn’t hurt, right?). After watching my sister transform her cramped apartment into something that looked like it belonged in Architectural Digest for under $800, I realized that...