Blog: Life Lived Outside

Dad Jokes in the Garden
Get ready for some Dad Jokes – Joey enjoys telling them!

The Spooky Old Tree
We’re guessing the Berenstain Bears book about the Spooky Old Tree was inspired by a tree like Joey has in his yard.

The Third Place
No, the Third Place isn’t about a competition – it’s a true place in your life. Where’s yours?

A Heck of a Volunteer
Garden volunteers may not just be people who enjoy gardening. Find out what else is called a volunteer in the garden.

An Unexpected Story
Joey raced in his first regatta with unexpected results.

When I Wanted to Quit
In honor of Mother’s Day, Joey shares how his mom played an important role when he wanted to quit.

Ride the Waves
Our west coast beaches may not be known for waves, but the Bokors lucked out one windy day and had a blast in the water.

I Don’t Want to Build a Catio
Pepper was meant to be an outside cat, but she’s not choosing that life so far.

Chicken Cam
Necessity is the mother of invention: when you need to keep an eye on your baby chicks, just video-call them!

Patterns, Habits and Rhythms
A front door wreath is the preferred spot for a wren family’s nest.


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