Now that spring is upon us, I can’t wait for my lilacs to bloom. I have a big, beautiful lilac bush in my front yard. For about three weeks, we keep a full vase of lilacs in every room, filling the entire house with their lovely scent. It is amazing to me how some scents,
In the spring garden Birds sing and chatter While flowers raise their heads To greet the morning sun A garden filled with colour bright A garden which now fills with life The bee and the butterfly hover From flower to flower gathering nectar Seeding the flowers blossom Throughout the spring garden The dew glistens upon
Here’s a hypothetical: You’re reading this “Home & Garden” issue of My City 1 and are inspired to run to your local nursery to grab some broccoli, kale and arugula 2 plants and get an early start on your garden. While enjoying this magazine in the early afternoon, you decide to have one too many
Spring is in full bloom, and what better way to celebrate all that the season has to offer than by attending or hosting a beautiful garden party? This month, we are covering everything – from etiquette to what to wear – for all of the fabulous spring soirées adorning your social schedule. GENERAL DRESS CODE
You just never know what kind of weather to expect in the month of April – an early spring snowfall, April showers or bright, sunshiney days. But one thing I know for sure is that crocuses and daffodils will begin to bloom and thrive – even if covered in a blanket of the white stuff!
Sometimes, the best laid plans really do go quite awry. And if they have the opportunity to spin terribly out of control in a foreign country, then of course, there is every chance that they will. Last month, we traveled to London and arrived on a Sunday morning. None of us had slept on the
On one of those Michigan perfect blue-sky days several years back, I was in my kayak on a Fenton lake. Letting my paddle go still for a few moments, I drew in a deep breath and decided to take in the beauty of the day. It was breathtaking – that is, until I glanced slightly
At the end of 2023, inflation appeared to be falling to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target. Inflation was 3.3% in December 2023 and was expected to be below 3% in January. However, inflation was higher than expected at 3.1% in both January and February. There is a strong possibility that inflation will continue to run
At the top of the tallest tower of Blarney Castle in Cork County, Ireland sits a stone with magical properties. Legend says that whoever places their lips upon the stone will have “the gift of gab” or “blarney” as it has been called. Thereafter, those who receive the gift are destined to speak with persuasiveness
While we’ve all been enjoying hot and hearty side dishes through the cold months, it’s time to start thinking about serving up some fresh flavors for spring. White beans are super-versatile – packed with vitamins and minerals including iron, they are also rich in antioxidants and dietary fiber, full of protein and have anti-inflammatory compounds
Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of technological innovation, promising to revolutionize industries, reshape economies and redefine the human experience. But when we really dissect AI, a few questions linger: Is the current enthusiasm justified, or are we witnessing the inflation of another speculative bubble? We’ll explore both sides of the debate, presenting arguments
The federal government is set to add another $1.5 trillion to the national debt this year. To put this in perspective, note that one trillion is a thousand billion. A billion seconds is roughly 32 years – thus, a trillion seconds is 32,000 years. The national debt currently stands at $34 trillion. Counting to $34
