When did the word repurpose become so in vogue?  Now days the expression, repurposing, is everywhere and describes many items from furniture, to jewelry, lawn furniture, etc.  We can see … more

Alcohol has been around for thousands of years with a variety of civilizations drinking wine and beer — yes, beer — for as long as one can research back into history. The Sumerians even … more

There are several varieties of pears, but the best is the Brocton pear. Bet most readers are not familiar with the Brocton pear variety. The Brocton pear grows on a tree which is owned by my … more

Connecting with people during this time of social distancing due to the corona virus pandemic has been a challenge for many. Several are using FaceTime, Zoom and other means to do virtual meetings … more

A 60 percent Christmas is much easier to put away than a 100 percent Christmas. The decorations are put away, and it did not take nearly as long this year. My son was thrilled when I said we were … more

Today, Jan. 11, is not for the lactose intolerant because it is National Milk Day. Dairy has an interesting connection to human development. Like all mammals, humans are born with the ability to … more

For those thinking about planning a girls' trip with their best friends, science says get that planning together as soon as possible. Research supports that taking a trip with friends can … more