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April 22 marks the anniversary of a movement started in 1970. Author Rachel Carson wrote Silent Spring. A book that brought to light some major environmental changes as well as important factors about public health. Awareness led to concern and eventually people started asking questions, particularly politicians. Shortly after Carson’s […]

Around this time last year, I published a piece about military spouses. All contributors were female. But there are two sides to every story. I felt I would be remiss if I didn’t provide the other viewpoint that is often forgotten – the perspective of the male military spouse. There […]

“I’m sailing away, set an open course for the virgin sea…” If you are now singing STYX’s ‘Come Sail Away,’ you’re welcome. And now you’re asking yourself, ‘how great would it be to actually be on a boat?’ If you’re now singing ‘I’m On a Boat’ by The Lonely Island, you’re welcome […]

After opening on March 23, Keukenhof offers its 68th annual tulip festival in Holland. Keukenhof, also known as the Garden of Europe, is one of the world’s largest flower gardens. This garden is home to the most well-known tulip festival in the world. This colorful Dutch festival is located in […]

The Easter holiday means Spring Break and children home from school. Rather than give them over to the television, spend this break being creative with the little ones. These spring-themed crafts are fun to create for the whole family helping you bond and reconnect at the same time. Egg Carton […]

Fruehlingsfest in Munich When: 21 April – 7 May This festival could give Oktoberfest a run for its money. Often referred to as ‘Little Oktoberfest,’ there is hardly anything little about this festival. Dating back to 1965, many of the original vendors are still represented today. Welcoming thousands of people […]