Are We There Yet? by Suzan Dees | Contributor I don’t know how things are at your house, but when I used to tell my kids that I was planning a little road trip I would be bombarded with a chorus of, “But what about wi-fi?”, “What do they…
Schools Out, Now What? by Madison Cook | Contributor Exams are over, the weather is finally warming up, and SUMMER IS FINALLY HERE! Late nights, sleeping in, Netflix marathons, and 12 hour tan sessions! What could be better? Well… About a week of this “summer fun” and suddenly, school…
How to Make the Teenage Years a Time of Joy By Dr. Sandy Gluckman | Contributor Aaahhh Teenagers! Bless their hearts! It is such a joy to look at your teenage son or daughter and to think about how wonderful it is to see them so grown up. It seems…
Young Adult Fiction Review By Melissa Chaiken | Section Editor There are many terrific reads available for teens right now. The Young Adult (YA) market has grown a great deal in the past several years and the quality of the material has only seemed to improve. No one is…
Are you headed to Houston or Galveston this summer? Why not turn your car into a time machine as you explore some Texas history on your road trip? By Suzan Dees | Contributor Did you know there are over 15,000 historical markers in the state of Texas? Our great state is…
If there was ever a man who could live up to the description, “Everything is bigger in Texas,” it was B.F. Phillips Jr. In horse breeding circles Phillips was a legend, and his Phillips Ranch, where master-planned community Phillips Creek Ranch is now located, was the cornerstone of this success. …
By Rick Seaney | Contributor Looking for something a little different this year? Take a look at these cities and regions. All offer the irresistible combination of year-round fun and excellent airfare value. Cities Near Mountains Boston, Massachusetts This perennially cheap destination is conveniently located near New England ski resorts…
The WaterRower delivers comprehensive cardio, muscle & calorie burning in the comfort of your home Compiled by Tricia White | Managing Editor Did you know that rowing is one of the best exercises for developing aerobic fitness? Not only does working out with rowing machines allow people to develop…
By Kimberly Blaker | Contributor Are your garage, basement, and closets overflowing from the heaps of stuff you’ve been saving “just in case?” Then it may be time to put it to good use—in someone else’s home. Garage sales are a great way to clear out, recycle, and make some extra cash. Follow…