Freedom is often cited as a benefit of retirement. Many professionals look forward to the day when they retire and have more free time and the freedom to spend that time however they choose. Of course, the opportunity to spend retirement how one sees fit typically requires considerable financial freedom. Financial planning for retirement is
Physical changes are a normal byproduct of aging. Gray hairs and less elastic skin that contributes to wrinkles may be among the more notable physical signs of aging, but older individuals also may note their vision is not what it once was. Diminished vision can be a byproduct of various conditions. Aging individuals who have
Being from the Pennsylvania Wilds, it always tickles my funny bone when I see high fashion’s take on rural-coded trends or traditional country styles. However, in a world of fast fashion and quick trend cycles, it can be a comfort to get back to timeless, classic pieces. Hence, the resurgence of countrycore, defined by barn
ARIES – Mar 21–Apr 20 People are not mind readers, Aries. If you want others to know how you are feeling, you are going to have to give them some sort of indication this week. TAURUS – Apr 21–May 21 You may discover that you enjoy a great deal of support from other people right
The C. S. Lewis Institute is coming to Central PA. With branches in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia — along with 11 other states, plus such countries as Ireland, Japan and Kenya — CSLI was named for the British writer whose radio talks and bestselling novels made him one of the 20th century’s most beloved Christian figures.
The month of February is Black History Month. It celebrates all African Americans’ history, struggles, and accomplishments. It is important to shine a light on some of the significant and notable things about African Americans and their important and interesting role in Lycoming County’s history. No one knows for sure when the first African Americans
When I was a little girl, my gram, Lois Liddick, would make our birthday cakes. She often made cakes for weddings, showers, and birthdays for fun. She was so good at it! I could tell her any cake I wanted, and she would make it happen. I had a soccer ball cake, Cookie Monster cake,
Winter weddings, while unconventional, can be quite magical. The season is primed to embrace so many elements of romance: roaring fires, snow-blanketed landscapes, crimson blooms, winter white cozy chic fashion, and so on and so forth. But there are also the challenges of darker days, cold nights, slush, snow, and the human inclination to not
Shopping for Valentine’s Day gifts for men can be difficult. You want to get something thoughtful that they like or can, better yet, use, not just some cheesy, heart-shaped throwaway. Plus, if you’re anything like me, you want your gift-giving level to be recognized and for him to reciprocate at that same level. Here’s a
Love week is upon us. Chocolate dipped strawberries, pink hearts, red roses, and cupid. Love. Such a simple four-letter word. Love: An intense feeling of deep affection. I love Jesus. I love being a wife and mother. I love my family, friends, and animals. I love slow mornings. I love cooking. I love how I
