Home & Lifestyle

Waking the Orchard

As sunlight returns for longer days, it’s time to start waking the orchard, preparing for blossoms, fruit set, pests, and dreams of harvest.

March 14, 2023

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Get Your Home Ready For Spring

After months spent mostly indoors, homeowners are ready to open their windows and embrace the warm season. Here’s a checklist to get your home ready for spring.

March 10, 2023

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How Much Do You Have to Make to File Taxes?

Your having to file a federal income tax return this year will depend on how much you earned last year, as well as income sources, your age, and filing status.

March 10, 2023

Documents, Documents, Where Are the Documents?

Having important documents secure, yet easy to find and use when needed, is a challenge for many older folks, but with a little work, it can be accomplished.

March 7, 2023

Savory Snack with Wine Pairing: goat cheese, salsa, pine nuts, parsley, served with crackers and Rosé

Satisfy Guests with A Savory Snack and Wine Pairing

Pairing an easy, delicious appetizer with the perfect wine doesn’t have to be as difficult as it sounds.

February 23, 2023

Are You Eligible To Claim The IRS Saver’s Credit?

The IRS offers an incentive to lower your tax bill when saving for retirement. Many taxpayers may not realize they’re eligible to claim the IRS Saver’s Credit.

February 23, 2023

What to Do with Cremation Ashes

Your family can keep, bury, or scatter your cremated ashes in a variety of imaginative ways that reflect your life and personality.

February 23, 2023

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Vinegar Valentines: Sour — Not Sweet — Nothings

Some pranksters used to enjoy mailing vinegar valentines, which involved gentle teasing—a little joke here, a little poke there—meant to produce a smile.

February 14, 2023

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Matchmaker, Matchmaker, Make Me A Match

A matchmaker, unlike a dating app, works with a small group of people at any given time, taking the time to get to know each person.

February 9, 2023

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Enjoy These 5 Heart-Healthy Keto Foods

Keto programs have Americans looking at healthy food consumption in a whole new light. But how heart-healthy are they? Here are some heart-healthy keto foods.

February 9, 2023