Plant Nursery Essentials: What Every New Gardener Should Know

Gardening has been a part of my life since I was a child growing up in Clifton, New Jersey. I spent countless hours exploring the gardens, fruit trees, and vegetable patches on our property, learning how plants grow and thrive. Over the years, I have worked in garden centers, nurseries, and landscaping, gaining experience that […]

Why Community Music Gatherings Strengthen Social Bonds

Music has always been a central part of my life. As a teenager, I played drums and percussion in a small band with my brother, and over the years, I have explored other instruments, including the Native American flute. While performing music alone can be satisfying, I have found that sharing music with others in […]

How Organic Gardening Shapes a More Sustainable Lifestyle

I grew up in Clifton, New Jersey on a large piece of property filled with fruit trees, grapevines, vegetables, flowers, and herbs. From an early age, I was fascinated by plants and how they grow. My parents encouraged me to spend time outdoors, and I quickly learned that caring for the soil and the plants […]

The Healing Power of Drum Circles in Community Spaces

When I look back on my life, music has always been the heartbeat running through everything I do. Long before I ever led a drum circle, I was a kid in Clifton, New Jersey banging on anything that made a sound. I played in a small band with my brother and learned early how rhythm […]