I’m sure you’ve got some Go To songs in your back pocket, am I right? Songs that no matter where you are, no matter what you’re doing, put you in a good mood. Get your feet moving. Whether you’re in… Continue Reading
A young friend of mine has been through two bouts of cancer. One day she revealed how discouraging it is that even smart, educated people are continually warning her off one food or drink or another, or telling her what… Continue Reading
New Year’s advice about de-cluttering, such as given this week by designer Shelly Shivley, also applies to the kitchen. By the year’s end, my freezers (one in the garage, one attached to my refrigerator) are packed with food items I… Continue Reading
Here we are, January, 2014. While packing away all the Christmas decorations, and hauling the tree to the curb, I noticed the neighborhood trash bins stuffed beyond overflowing with crushed boxes and colorful – mostly red and green – wrapping… Continue Reading
It is tough being a human and one of the hardest tasks we face is making our relationships work. From the moment we are born, we try to figure out how to relate to others. It is the reason most… Continue Reading
In introducing the topic of improved decorum on the Redding City Council, Missy McArthur admitted she set the bar pretty high when she challenged fellow council members to be more like President Ronald Reagan. “I wish we could become great… Continue Reading
All parents know the unique feeling of helplessness that comes from watching your children lying sick in bed, aware that you have no way to ease their discomfort. In those moments, nothing mattered more to me than ensuring my sons… Continue Reading
Oh, how I want to like Brussels sprouts, for so many reasons. For one thing, they’re one of the most nutritious foods we can eat. And, for another reason – perhaps not as importantly – they’re a darn cute food,… Continue Reading
Long, long ago, in a space of time after dirt was discovered but before Interstate 5, there were only two-lane roads. Incredible, yes, yet it’s true. Femme de Joie saw it with her own two eyes. She traveled those roads… Continue Reading
I think I’m old enough now that I can finally admit that I’m too old for this crap. And by that, I mean I’m too old for partying til I puke, staying up all night long, mixing my liquor, and… Continue Reading
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