Cheers to mud pies and puddle jumping. To going barefoot in the grass and catching perfect snowflakes on out-stretched tongues.
Cheers to the feeling of sun on our faces and the taste of fresh berries picked from the garden. To sunsets that stretch across forever and to moments that last a life time.
Here’s to a million more lighting bugs and nights spent swapping stories around a campfire.
Cheers to the kids in all of us — and to the children’s lives we all touch in one way or another.
Thanks for spending this year with me, dear readers, and for always being welcome playmates in my sandbox. It means the world to me.
Now, who wants a cupcake?!
See ya outside! ~ The Grass Stain Guru
photo credit: LittleMissCupcakeParis
You guessed it — it’s time to play Mystery Critter! A little game to put your wildlife sleuthing skills to the test.
So, grab the kids in your world and put on those thinking caps. And remember, no peeking! 
CRITTER CLUES:
- You may see my home, but not me
- I am a social critter, and live in a group
- I am hairy!
- Check for my home under the eaves of houses or in tree branches
- In my adult form, I do not feed
So, what am I?
Make your guess then go to eNature for the answer and more interesting facts. You can even lend an ear!
Did you get it right?
If not, no worries. You will have another chance next week!
OK, now it’s time to put your nature detective skills to work in the real world. It’s starting to warm up out there — so all the more reason to get outside and see what natural wonders you can find.
And don’t forget! Join the Wildobs community and share your wild adventures with the world.
See ya outside! ~ The Grass Stain Guru
photo credit: daveograve@
March is National Nutrition Month. It seems like a perfect time to put away the heavy stews and casseroles of winter (um, and the sweatpants that go so nicely with them), and check back in with menu planning and plotting trips to the farmers markets that should be in full swing later this month.
Yes California, not all of us have year-round access.
Speaking of that, to find farmers markets and organic options near you, check out the great folks at Local Harvest.
So, my dear readers, I would love to know your favorite healthy recipes. In the comments section below, share a recipe you think other readers would enjoy.
Bonus points if it is kid friendly!
Later in the month, I will do a round-up post of readers’ recipes here at The Guru.
Can’t wait to see what you got cookin’, good lookin’!
See ya outside! ~ The Grass Stain Guru
photo credit: katedubya
