Health and Medical

Have you ever heard the riddle that asks “Which is heavier, a pound of feathers or a pound of gold?” My question is, which one takes up more space? 

Backpacks will soon be stored for the summer and school buses will be parked in the garage until August. Summer vacation brings more freedom for kids and often a less structured day. This can lead to unhealthy snacking and boredom eating for many children. If you have children who will be at home for the summer, plan now to ensure they are eating healthy and staying active all summer long.

Are you tired of the same old local trails? Or, are you wondering where you can walk or hike while on vacation? I recently was looking for information about the Joe Stengel Trail that runs between Dixon and Freeport, and discovered TrailLink.com.

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Many people would love to have their own garden to enjoy the freshness and convenience of home-grown vegetables. Barriers such as time and space, however, can get in the way of the garden dream. But you really don’t need a large, time-consuming garden when you can grow your own vegetables in containers. This is a fun, easy way to have fresh vegetables. Container gardening is also a great way to get children involved. Put each child be in charge of their own container and watch them enjoy the growth of their vegetables.