By Aldona BirdNewsroom@DominionPost.com We have brooms to help keep our homes, porches, walkways and other spaces clean. Usually after use these tools are tucked away out of […]
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What makes ice slippery?
When I first learned how to ice skate, my teacher taught us to do fishies with our feet. We would have the heels of our feet touching, […]
Rooting for the restoration of the American chestnut tree
We’ve probably all heard of the American chestnut, and its fatal succumbing to a fungal infection brought from East Asia. This is about all I knew about […]
DIY: Tales Come to Life with Story Portraits
By ALDONA BIRDNewsroom@DominionPost.com School is starting and everyone is busy. Which makes this a great time to clear a little time in your schedule to spend some […]
Wall of windows leads to insight
Considering what to write this week I gazed out my bathroom window, while brushing my teeth. My mind wandered from possible topics to my latest project, just […]
Custom jewelry boxes make thoughtful gifts
MORGANTOWN — Finding just the right jewelry box to suit precious or sentimental baubles you’ve curated over the years can be a challenge.Earring studs especially can be […]
Gardeners in it for soil health
While I know not to judge a book by its cover, what about judging a farm by its pollinators? This year I’ve noticed more bumblebees than in […]
DIY: Be a Happy Lamper
By Aldona BirdNewsroom@DominionPost.com Plants can make any porch, patio or indoor space more lively and pleasant. Cute pots for plants are a must. But to really elevate […]
Passion for clean products gets taken to the next level
I started picking products with care when I was pregnant. I researched everything: laundry detergent, shampoo, sunscreen, car seats and beyond for harmful chemical contents. I already […]
How did Crater Lake get so deep?
I got the chance to visit the beautiful Crater Lake during my vacation on the West Coast. The sight was truly breathtaking, the water was clear and […]
