Some time ago, I came upon the term hab-dabs in my reading — a perfect candidate for these “weird word” columns. When that happens, I look the word up to make sure it’s official, then add it to my ever-growing list — which currently stands at 2,923. Then this week, when I glanced over that
ARIES – Mar 21-Apr 20 Telling the truth has always come naturally to you, Aries. But tact isn’t always your specialty and sometimes your candor isn’t well-received. Keep that in mind this week. TAURUS – Apr 21-May 21 It is time to make peace with someone even if it is the last thing you want
There are no miracles or shortcuts when it comes to healthy eating. Fad diets, supplements, meal replacers, superfoods, and metabolism boosters all come and go. At the end of the day, regardless of your fitness, wellness, or beauty goals, nothing can replace cooking for yourself with whole ingredients for the recommended daily doses of vitamins
Summer is the season of sun-kissed memories – backyard barbecues, sandy beaches, bike rides and late-night stargazing. However, the warmer months bring unique safety challenges that can catch active families off guard if they’re not prepared. From sunburns to scraped knees and dehydration to bug bites, summer’s surprises don’t have to slow you down. With
Certain times of year inspire more travel than others. Memorial Day weekend certainly fits that bill. AAA estimated 44 million people traveled during Memorial Day weekend in 2024, and that popularity is at least in part due to the holiday’s reputation as the unofficial beginning to summer. A Memorial Day weekend getaway can be just
Modern professionals are working more and taking fewer days off each year. Allina Healthcare estimates that more than 765 million vacation days are unused by Americans each year. One of the reasons people often give for not vacationing is that travel costs too much. A 2024 summer travel report from Deloitte Insights found that after
It’s easy to get into a recipe rut when every day feels the same – work, kids’ activities, social events and bedtime routines make it tough to experiment in the kitchen. If your family’s meals are growing boring, all you need is a touch of heat to bring new life to the menu. Add a
The world seems to be moving at lightning speed. You can hardly keep up with work and family, so current events sometimes goes on the back burner — which is why you need these great books on things that are relevant to your life now, today… So you say that you simply cannot understand the
Family game nights are a great way to get everyone off their devices and around the table. The Canadian educational toys and play firm Scholar’s Choice reports that games are good for developing motor skills; building specific skills that boost grades; and facilitating problem solving. Games also may strengthen family bonds. Many people already have
Gardening is a rewarding hobby that provides a great reason to get outdoors. Getting one’s hands dirty in the garden often pays off with a colorful, awe-inspiring and aesthetically appealing finished product. Perennials are plants that live multiple years. Even though perennials may die back above ground each winter, their roots remain alive, which is
“What do you read, my lord?” asks the fawning and foolish Polonius in Act II of Hamlet. To which the troubled young prince replies: “Words, words, words.” * Sigh * That pretty much describes my life these days: reading and words — lots of them. As my ongoing 20-year list of oddball vocab nears 3,000
