When I think of Smithfield, Virginia, I can almost smell the aroma of dry cured ham on Christmas afternoons at Nana's house.

Don’t get me wrong -- the Midwest was good to me. And I’m still an Indiana Hoosier, but Virginia is my home.

Picking blueberries is a fun family activity in the summer. Children appreciate food when they know where it comes from.

Earth day is the perfect time to highlight geocaching -- my family’s latest obsession. It's super easy!

The first warm day of spring! The kids and I go on nature walks often, but this time was really special.