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Chilling on the patio: How to keep those drinks cold
The Fourth of July is coming. It’s time to kickback with a cool drink. Here’s how to keep the chill in your chilled drinks. A moment of warm sun and a cool drink make for a mini vacation on the patio. We have many suggestions for what to mix up, from frozen fabulousness to marvelous
https://ephenry.com/chilling-on-the-patio-how-to-keep-those-drinks-cold/Enjoying starry nights on the patio
Summer breezes and night skies on the patio are the best to share with friends and family. A basic understanding of your local astronomy and a few patio tricks can help make a magical night. Turn off the lights Light travels far and fast, but it’s difficult to see light from billions of miles away
https://ephenry.com/enjoying-starry-nights-on-the-patio/Here they come! Getting the pool ready for kids
When the schools close their doors for the summer, our backyard gates open up. Take these last few days to prepare your patio for the fun-seeking, towel-snapping, sticky-faced (but loveable!) throngs. Summer is a celebration of all things outdoors. Picnics and parties, pools and patios are at the center of the activities. A little planning
https://ephenry.com/here-they-come-getting-the-pool-ready-for-kids/The beauty of Kentucky Derby Roses in your own backyard
The most famous race of the Triple Crown, the Kentucky Derby, is usually held on the first Saturday in May. The winning horse is draped with a blanket of beautiful red roses. The luxury of the velvet-like petals, the depth of the red, and the dream of the heady scents get us itching to have
https://ephenry.com/the-beauty-of-kentucky-derby-roses-in-your-own-backyard/Have a mocktail party on the patio
No alcohol? No problem! You can still party in the back with little umbrellas, fancy drinks and a festive atmosphere. Stir up a few “mocktails” (mock cocktails) on the patio. Spring begins the season for outdoor parties. Easter, high school proms, college graduations, weddings, baby showers and more dot the calendar from April until August.
https://ephenry.com/have-a-mocktail-party-on-the-patio/Busting the rumors of great grass care
Homeowners pining for gorgeous lawns sometimes fall for old tricks that just don’t work. A beautiful lawn is well within your reach. A little TLC goes a long way when it comes to a grass landscape. Seeing other lawns that seem greener or healthier than yours may have you seeking out solutions. Beware of false
https://ephenry.com/busting-the-rumors-of-great-grass-care/Cooking with kids outdoors
As parents, we want to arm our kids with the skills they need to succeed. Preparing food is one of the most basic life skills, but it often is put off until it’s too late. Learning to cook is a source of pride for many kids and teens who live in a processed-food world. Studies
https://ephenry.com/cooking-with-kids-outdoors/Varied Vege: Grow something different this year
Tip toe away from the tomatoes and dig into other delicious digestibles. We love tomatoes. They grow so easily and abundantly, we end up having plenty to share. But their convenience can also root us in our gardening ruts. Stirring up the soil with some new veggies can add some life to your summer and
https://ephenry.com/varied-vege-grow-something-different-this-year/Embrace a new color for 2019
A trendy new hue for your outdoor decor has been named. Here’s how to welcome it into your summer patio plans. Living Coral, 2019 The Pantone Color of the Year for 2019 is called “Living Coral.” The Pantone Color Institute is a color-matching and trend forecasting company that caters to the fashion, marketing and branding
https://ephenry.com/embrace-a-new-color-for-2019/Cold weather worth-its: Fun activities to get the family outdoors.
The cold weather is no reason to stay indoors. This season holds lots of fun adventures for all ages. Dress for success As the people of Norway say, there is no bad weather, only bad clothes. Having the right gear is the secret to enjoying the outdoors in winter. Outdoor experts REI tell us the
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