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Stockdogs that Love to Work and the Trainer Who Loves Them

Idaho stockdog trainer Lerrina Collins relishes time with her border collies 350 miles to the southeast on the rolling grasslands near Alzada.

June 15, 2023

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Attract Backyard Birds with the Right Seeds

All seeds are not equal. Birds know that, do you? Knowing the types of seeds your feathered friends like can help you attract backyard birds to your feeders.

May 15, 2023

Toenail Trimming Tips for Seniors

As we age, toenails can become thicker and harder to cut, and reduced flexibility can make it more difficult to even get into the right position to cut them.

May 15, 2023

tuna and artichoke pasta for an al fresco dining experience

Al Fresco Dining: A Stimulating Experience

Rachel Ray offers up this recipe for al fresco dining, inspired by the Mediterranean tradition of “eating in the open air.”

May 15, 2023

Scene from Alfred Hitchcock's movie, The BIrds

When Hitchcock’s The Birds Became Real

Alfred Hitchcock once said, “The Birds could be the most terrifying motion picture I have ever made.”

May 1, 2023

Card that reads "Power of Attorney" for an article about planning ahead for a durable power of attorney

Possible Guardianship or Conservatorship in Your Future? Plan Ahead with A Durable Power of Attorney

Seeking guardianship or conservatorship for who can’t tend to their own needs? It’s a long process. Plan ahead with a durable power of attorney.

May 1, 2023

A-Z Activity Cards Helping Heart-to-Heart Conversations

Music therapist Barbara Zuck created A-Z Activity Cards to help enrich communication for elderly residents in a variety of care situations.

May 1, 2023

Marilyn Monroe Fashion Interlude

For a brief moment, I savored the notion that anything about me could have inhabited the same stratosphere as Marilyn Monroe.

April 28, 2023

plant-forward recipes for spring: portobello mushroom sandwich

Plant-Forward Picnic Recipes Perfect for Spring

Between the welcome warmth of the sun’s rays and a nearly universal desire to get outdoors, springtime is a beloved season for enjoying an al fresco meal.

April 25, 2023