I recently had a client call to say that her provider will not accept the MAPD plan in which she enrolled. At the time of her enrollment, I spent a great deal of time cautioning her about being sure that… Continue Reading
The recent $1.4 Trillion spending package signed by the President includes some important actions regarding the Affordable Care Act (ACA, also known as Obamacare). The President and Republicans campaigned on repeal and replacement of the ACA, but to date have… Continue Reading
Many kids will be out of school for winter break and will need something to do other than watch TV. Today’s activity will make kids – and birds – happy. In the last few weeks I’ve shared some holiday crafts… Continue Reading
In a previous column we talked about the new insurance mandate for California residents (SB78) that is effective 1/1/2020. I explained how the state of California is also adding additional subsidies to assist individuals in payment of the premiums, if… Continue Reading
A mostly dry and warm November at Lassen Volcanic finished with a series of strong winter storms, bringing several feet of snow in a short amount of time. “These storms have brought enough snow to higher elevations that it is… Continue Reading
From new episodes of FINDING YOUR ROOTS with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. to Season 2 of NO PASSPORT REQUIRED with Marcus Samuelsson to SOMEWHERE SOUTH, a new series with Chef Vivian Howard, PBS will explore America’s diversity through food, history… Continue Reading
About 15 years ago, I had my first and only trip to the Emergency room (for my own injury). I was in San Diego and had been showing off, doing my Mary Lou Retton imitation on the edge of some… Continue Reading
I received this note from one of my favorite people last week: I learned last night that my sweet husband has invited five of his (giant) football linemen over for Thanksgiving, since they all live far away and can’t go… Continue Reading
Doni’s note: This is a 2015 Thanksgiving encore column with some of my favorite recipes. Different year, but we’re doing another Thanksgiving potluck, which makes me very happy. I’m bringing gravy, the cranberry relish and yeast rolls. I may have… Continue Reading
National Audubon has determined that 50% of birds will be threatened by the climate crisis within the current human lifetime. As our climate changes, the entire web of life must adapt or perish. If a flower blooms earlier due to… Continue Reading
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