By Cheryl Maguire | Contributor “I passed!” I shouted to my parents after completing the driver’s license test. My mom smiled, gave me a hug and said, “I knew you would.” My dad grumbled, “Congrats,” followed by “Now you can get a job since you can drive yourself there.” And…
By Dan Rafter | Contributor The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted life throughout the United States. The virus and its fallout, though, has provided opportunities for one group of people: scammers. And a growing scam opportunity? Fake charities. Thieves have long relied on the good intentions of victims, tricking them into…
By Jamie Spence What makes men happy? Contrary to what internet memes would have us believe, the keys to men’s happiness in life are not beer and sex. (Although many men would attest these may help.) There are a number of factors at play with regards to a man’s…
By Cheryl Maguire When my youngest child entered first grade, the questions began. “Are you going back to work now that your kids are in school all day?” “What will you do for six hours when your kids are in school?” You get the idea. After correcting the misinformation—it…
February is the month to celebrate love. Here are some gift ideas that will win over any heart! Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Anabolic androgenic steroid (AAS) abuse has a wide range of negative effects on the human body. Many of the well-known side effects of these drugs are experienced by the physical body of a user. Side effects include things like increased blood pressure, risk of heart disease, unusually oily skin, acne,…
By Audra Glidewell In order for struggling readers to become better readers, they have to READ, which is the last thing they want to do if they are struggling. Thus, it’s our job as parents to find ways to motivate them. One of the best ways to motivate all teenagers to…
Vacation Getaways without Kids (and without Breaking the Bank) By Rick Seaney / Contributor If you’ve been thinking about a getaway – without the children but feel a little guilty about the expense, check out these tips for a cheaper trip. They’ll work now and year-round. They’ll even work if you…