Tree silhouette sketching is a simple yet effective way to practice mindfulness. It combines the beauty of nature with the art of sketching, allowing you to focus on the present moment. By observing ...

As we head into the weekend, a major winter storm system is going to slide some of the coldest air we’ve felt in years right over Michigan - and we’re going to be in a deep freeze for a few days. How ...

While the weight of freezing rain, ice and snow can damage branches, there is another kind of injury that comes with the extreme cold, experts say. By Adeel Hassan Snap, crackle and, sometimes, a ...

Drawing is a wonderfully enjoyable and relaxing hobby. It boosts creativity, eases stress, improves mood, and is an excellent way to be more present and mindful. If you’re new to drawing, you might ...

The timing of putting up a Christmas tree has long been the subject of spirited holiday debate, and everyone's family has their own unique tradition. Some of us are avid believers in "no Christmas ...

An umbrella from early 20 th century Japan. A wine glass from Belgium, circa 1825. Three teapots: one from early 20 th century China, one from late 19 th century England and one from late 19 th ...

You’ll find a lot more sand than trees in the Sahara Desert, but that doesn’t mean they don’t occasionally crop up. Here’s the story of the Tree of Ténéré, as well as a couple other famous trees found ...

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Rockefeller Center announced Oct. 27 that its iconic Christmas tree for this year will come from East Greenbush, New York and is being donated by the Russ ...

Many people share a love of trees for their shade, their greenery, their beauty — which is why outrage is often the reaction when they're maliciously cut down. Such incidents are more common than ...