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Practical Backyard Zen Garden Ideas You Will Love

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Buddhist monks created the first Zen gardens in Japanese monasteries during the sixth century as tranquil spaces for meditation. There are two main types of Zen garden ideas: Kare Sansui, which features minimal to no plants and is composed of gravel, sand, and symbolic rocks, and gardens rich with local… Read More »Practical Backyard Zen Garden Ideas You Will Love

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Easy and Fun Activities For Kids In Your Backyard

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8 min read

Let’s move! Getting kids to be physically active and enjoy the fresh air is not as hard as you might think; join in the fun! Backyard games for kids are a great way to spend summer days jumping into piles of leaves, running races, playing tag, and generally fooling around.… Read More »Easy and Fun Activities For Kids In Your Backyard