Q: As you may know, many of us are in a moderate drought this summer. My husband and I have been discussing how much we need to water our landscape and lawn. We live in the upper Midwest, and we normally get summer rain in thunderstorms. July and August are usually the dry months, not…
Quirk, Beauty, and History: A Day Exploring Ancient Orkney
I approached the circle of standing stones along a winding wooden walkway that traversed the tussocks and lichen. All around, the natural colors of this windswept island created a scene that was dreamy and romantic and somehow simultaneously severe. The deep blue of the loch paired with fields so green they were almost neon, dark…
A Walk Through the Whisky in Edinburgh
It’s true—the Edinburgh Castle is pretty impressive. Seeming to spring directly from volcanic Castle Rock, its construction has been ongoing for some 1,000 years, starting way back in the 11th century. All those towers and gates and batteries just soaring over the skyline of Scotland’s moody, beautiful capital. But it wasn’t my destination, as I…
The Science of Shopping
Don’t look now, but that man who just walked into the store behind you is not here to shop. He’s a shopping anthropologist on assignment. His employer just landed a big contract with this store. They want to know what makes you tick, and why you do the things you do. Once they have this…
The Simple Art of Jamaican Watermelon Salad
I met my first watermelon salad at The Covington restaurant in Edgartown, Massachusetts. The dish consisted of watermelon cubes tossed into a pile of salad greens, alongside turnip shavings, pickled scapes, feta cheese, and balsamic vinegar. The juicy red chunks did the job normally reserved for tomatoes and availed themselves beautifully. Their sweet acids bent…
Gaining Respect 1 Clothing Item at a Time
Whenever I fly, I do my best to dress somewhat professionally, even if I’m only heading out to see a friend for a brief visit. My travel outfits aren’t fancy—a nice top and a skirt (the latter going no longer than the knee so I don’t get pulled over by TSA)—but they do look respectable….
How to Slow Down This Summer
Ah, summer. It’s time to relax, unwind, and enjoy long summer days sipping lemonade without a care in the world. That ideal vision may seem elusive to many of us, but we can capture its essence more often this season if we try. Stop Hurrying Maybe you’re a parent who just completed the marathon known…
Is The Theory Behind MLS Still Valid?
Dear Monty: My neighbors are trying to sell their home. They have used two different agents and have yet to be successful. There have been three showings in six months. They reduced the price because they wanted to sell. The second agent told them three months ago that the price was right and nothing with…
6 Natural Ways to Keep Mosquitoes From Ruining the Party
Just as you are about to indulge in some well-deserved downtime on the patio with friends or family on a lazy summer evening, you hear that familiar whining buzz or feel a little nip on your exposed skin. Then, suddenly everyone is slapping and smacking themselves and running for cover. You can keep mosquitoes from…
This Confetti Gooey Butter Cake Is the Mashup Dessert of Your Childhood Dreams
By Nicole Rufus From TheKitchn.com I don’t know if I’ve ever had as much fun developing a recipe as I did with this confetti gooey butter cake, which is inspired by the classic Midwestern dessert. The abundance of rainbow sprinkles largely contributes to the fun factor, but I have to say that eating the cake…
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