by Jaimi Erickson | Jan 8, 2026 | activities, parenting
According to the National Institute of Health, spending time in nature has a positive effect on the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents. However, we don’t need studies to see the effects on our kids: we know how much they enjoy being outside. ...
by Jaimi Erickson | Dec 11, 2025 | activities
Image: Freepik To meaningfully find quality time to spend outdoors with family, one does not need to have a big budget. As a matter of fact, some of the best childhood experiences, such as running through a nearby park, getting acquainted with the natural world,...
by Jaimi Erickson | Sep 16, 2025 | activities
Monkey bars are a wonderful way to encourage your kids to actively play, build strength, and stay entertained for hours – right in your own backyard, without having to venture far at all. But before you click ‘add to cart’ on those monkey bars you’ve been eyeing...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jul 24, 2025 | quick tip
A fence is a fence until it isn’t. For many homeowners, choosing metal fencing and driveway gates isn’t just about setting physical boundaries around your property. It’s about setting a tone. Whether you’re looking to build a property that feels private,...
by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 23, 2025 | activities
You already know it’s healthy to get outside and spend some time in nature from time to time. After all, everyone says so: from your mom to your doctor to that random health influencer you follow on IG. But rarely does anyone actually explain why that’s true (beyond...
