PASTIMES

Virginia is a state with lots of champion trees and a big advantage; it’s home to the two most famous big tree hunters in...

You finally turned back that ark to rescue us from Spring’s unceasing purple rain and drizzles, the bright rays are upon us. But while...

Spring and early summer find the surrounds of my little house on a hill singing loudly at night. A series of trills puts me...

A few weeks ago, I ran across an interesting post on the Virginia Is for Lovers travel blog. It’s titled “50+ Wineries That Go Above...

Functional moves might be the formula needed to reach your goals for a fit body.  By taking movements that help your body perform your...

There are moments when this world can seem scary. Despite living amid the lush and relaxing landscape of the Virginia countryside, it’s still easy...

Lighting is a critical design element that should be addressed early when planning a home renovation. Given its impact on design, as well as...

Medical imaging has a pretty big toolbox: x-ray radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy, elastography, thermography, magnetic resonance, computerized tomography, positron emission tomography, and simple photography (including...

Do you ever feel like your face is melting off in the summer heat?  Do your pit stains ruin all your outfits?  Have you...

Some months ago I had an interesting conversation with a landscape designer while at an artist reception.  With me being a painter and more...