Traditions, old and new, make the season special
Julie Geiss shares considerations for choosing a live Christmas tree as she and her family prepare to go get theirs.
Bathe your senses in the beauty of the forest
Forest bathing allows people to absorb the forest atmosphere, which can have both psychological and physical health benefits.
The tomato’s unique rise to popularity
Once referred to as a Wolf's Peach, tomatoes were not always as popular as they are now, generally, or in Julie Geiss' culinary wheelhouse.
Tale of two gardeners, better together
Julie Geiss recalls the first year she and her husband planted a herb and vegetable garden, or rather gardens.
Making the most of the weather at Mohican
Julie Geiss' family made their first camping trip of the season to Mohican State Park, exploring 1,100 acres of trees, trails and natural treasures.
Learning frugal living from our family tree
With the price of groceries and other goods on the rise, many people are trying to make their money count for more. Julie Geiss' family is no exception.
Finding a balance this holiday season
Julie Geiss balances all the treats of the holiday season with healthy sprouts she's learned to grow herself in mason jars on a windowsill.
Carnegie libraries a symbol of giving and learning
Andrew Carnegie donated over 56 million dollars to build over 2,509 libraries in the United States and around the world.
Biggest Day Hike a perfect time to explore
The Buckeye Trail Association is holding an event called the Biggest Day Hike, June 5. Julie Geiss explains all the details.
Taking time to wonder at Moraine State Park
Julie Geiss ponders whether there are broadleaf trees that are evergreens or coniferous trees that are deciduous on a hike in Moraine State Park.
