It's been a long time tradition to photograph the first day of school. Have you noticed how most of the pictures are taken outside, either on the front porch, by the front door or in the yard? Well, that’s where I come in with some tips to spruce up your front porch so you can take those awesome … [Read more...]
Just a short post here to say THANKS for a wonderful FIRST year of blogging. Its been a pleasure doing this blog and sharing my passions for Living Outdoors, Places to Play, Sustainable Design and Building Community with all of you. I look forward to continue to bring you content you find … [Read more...]
Fall marks the beginning of putting your garden to rest which should result in a little more free time. So take advantage of the weather and go for a hike. Bring the kids, cause they can make the shortest hike an adventure. Here are a few convenient places around the Albuquerque Area for … [Read more...]
It's back to school time and I'm overwhelmed to say the least. This is my first year figuring out how to get my boys to three different locations. By far my most favorite way to unwind is by being outdoors, so I took a hike. Sometimes just breathing in the fresh air is all one needs to … [Read more...]
I made one of these two summers ago for my kiddos to use in the front yard. It's been a kid magnet since then and has provided dozens of kids hours of fun. I was shocked at how something so inexpensive and easy to make would be so enjoyable. Learn how to make one below and bring … [Read more...]
Check out these awesome playhouse. The kids would be lining up down the street to play on these. Schools out, now let's play! Parade of Playhouses by NM Appleseed. Cosmos Playhouse at Parade of Playhouses Pretending to be a customer at the Bank {or maybe a bank … [Read more...]
(Mostly a's) (Mostly b's) (Mostly c's) (Mostly d's) CONGRATS on taking the Quiz! Click on your personality and search the design boards to see what garden resonates with you! WARNING...You are going to be bursting with ideas, so grab the brainstorming list from last week, add your … [Read more...]
Welcome to my blog, so glad for you to join me here. Did you take the Landscape Personality Quiz? What's yours? Need the Quiz, go here. Wanna learn more, click on the Landscape Personalities below and get inspired. Let's make this a great year for your … [Read more...]
You may or may not know but my family loves the snow, we're quite possibly obsessed. We've skiied at hundreds of resorts in four countires, three continents and hiked up mountains, ridden countless chairlifts, snow cats, snow mobiles, and helicopters to get to the best powder on the slopes. Our … [Read more...]
Living outdoors, it sounds so cliché. Remember this from when you were young? “JUST GO OUTSIDE AND PLAY” I now say that to my kiddos with good reason {and not just because a 1,400 sf home for a family of 5 is tight}. Did you know there are myriad psychological, educational and health benefits from … [Read more...]
I’m a Landscape Architect who does Landscape Coaching to help you unearth your yard’s potential! 
