This Pig Squeak (Bergenia cordifolia) plant really does “squeak“ if you pull a leaf through your pinched fingers! But antibacterial qualities make it useful to have around. It’s helpful for ear infections,

Though each troll was named by the artist Thomas Dambo, he was inspired by his local crew of helpers. I don’t know this troll’s given name, but he is a protector of the forest. Heads, hands and feet were

Complete with giant-sized tools! Photos @mhrose

Enjoying a child for a snack! Photo @mhrose

Watch out for this one! Photo @mhrose

I love the hair! Even under the arms! All were made with reclaimed wood. Photos @mhrose

I didn’t have to go to Denmark to see giant trolls hiding in the woods, because the Dane artist brought them to Morton Arboretum in Illinois. A gorgeous hike, spectacular pieces, and fun for all! This

My daughter painted my hand for an upcoming wedding. ”You are like a kid because you can’t keep still.” Each orange strip was anchored in one spot and lifted in the air to another spot. When the henna

There are lots of reasons some people attract the buzzing biters more than others. Maybe it’s the dark clothes you wear or your hot, sweaty skin. It could be that you are near a pool of stagnant water,

It was a delightful festival where we sampled mole from different areas. That was a big spoon! This mole had a barbecue taste to it. Another was on the sweet side. We liked this mole - mostly because the

So this doesn’t look like it is much of a workout, but it is! I’m using X3 resistance bands and bar, while standing on a Vibeplate. Getting to muscle failure doesn’t take long, and the range of motion

Hello! Is anyone else using Esteem app on an iPhone? These new developments take some adjusting to: Sadly, no thumbnails anymore on my list of posts. Doesn’t matter if I have settings on Compact View or

Oops! Too full. No worries, we will still get great tasting probiotics. Plus, eating from the rainbow - pretty purple! Photo @mhrose

A view from the side. See the original post here @mhrose

No need to close yourself indoors to make it through allergy season, here are a few tips: Leave your shoes near the door Wash your laundry often - don’t throw it on the floor Take probiotics — wait, what?

I’ve written before about a partially torn ACL and the benefits of Egoscue postural therapy instead of surgery. This week I listened to founder, Pete Egoscue, talk about pain. Like golfer Jack Nicklaus

I don’t get headaches often, but when I do, I am not fun to be around! These are my keys to get rid of that misery fast: Drink lots of water Get your bare feet and head on the ground - “earthing” or

Photo @mhrose

I noticed this on my walk on Chicago’s lake trail. Photo @mhrose

I miss my mom this Mother’s Day. I took pictures of her favorite - redbud trees in bloom. Photo @mhrose