This past weekend, I hosted an early Thanksgiving celebration for my family.  Thirteen family members were able to attend and we shared some good food, wine, laughter, and much conversation (some of it around the upcoming federal election and our hopes for change).  We also shared a Thanksgiving ritual of…

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Summer is a great gift because of the time we can spend outdoors.  The emotional benefits of being in nature are a source of much discussion these days.  Research is revealing more about the positive effects of spending time outside.  Schools where students have access to green spaces have fewer…

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