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Find These Virginia Wildflowers In Bloom This Spring

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With spring comes the beauty of blooming flowers, and Virginia certainly has its share of blooming flowers. They're all over the state, and if you can find these Virginia wildflowers in bloom this spring, they will surely delight your visual and olfactory senses alike. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden One of central Virginia's... [read more]

Items To Bring On A Hike

Hikers climbing up the mountain.
With warmer days ahead, you may want to venture outdoors. There are many fun activities to participate with friends outside. One of the best pastimes to pursue this season is hiking. It is a great way to improve your overall well-being mentally and physically as you get to take a... [read more]

Get Ready For Spring Lawn Care

Father and his little son mowing the lawn together at home
Spring is ringing the alarm clock, telling your lawn it's time to start stretching those green blades of grass toward the sun. That means it's time for you to whip your yard into shape with these spring lawn care tasks. Get Rid of The Leaves Even if you routinely rake up your... [read more]

Check Out These Books This Spring

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Every spring, a shower of new books hits the shelves in book stores all over the world. While avid readers are always happy to find new books to devour and new authors to follow, your to-be-read list might start getting a little long. This year the list of notable releases... [read more]

Great Last-Minute Spring Break Destinations

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If you're like most people, it's long overdue. The annual spring break from school and work is a welcome respite from the toils of daily life. And if you travel to one of these great last-minute spring break destinations, you're sure to come back refreshed at the end of the... [read more]

Make This Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Homemade Beef Pot Roast with Carrots and Mashed Potatoes
Pot roast in the slow cooker is a fantastic way to get big flavor with minimal effort. And after a long day of work, school, and errands, you'll love returning to a perfectly cooked pot roast. If you want to jazz up your existing pot roast or you haven’t made... [read more]

The Best Ways To Beat The Winter Blues

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Winter can be beautiful and is a lot of people’s favorite season. However, some people’s bodies and minds do not react well to the cold. If you are brought down by the cold and are looking for ways to beat the winter blues, try these tips from Every Day Health.... [read more]

Skip Valentine’s Day And Do These Fun Activities Instead

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Everyone enjoys the typical Valentine’s Day festivities: dinner, a movie, and a big teddy bear presented with roses and chocolates. Sometimes though, it is fun to avoid the clichés and do something out of the box. This year, take some inspiration from Expert Home Tips and do alternative activities to... [read more]

Cold Weather Safety Tips

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Here in Fredericksburg, Virginia, it can get cold during the winter months. And when it does, it's important to remember how to keep yourself, your family, your pets, and your home safe. When you follow these cold weather safety tips it can help you get through frigid temps. Stay Warm Outside If... [read more]

Stand Out With These Winter Style Tips

Portrait of a beautiful young woman outdoors.
Let your clothes talk for you this season by following these winter style tips! Stand out, stay warm, and feel good about what you are wearing. No matter if you are wanting to stay cozy, branch out, or make the most of the items you already have, PopSugar has you... [read more]