An abrupt reduction in family income, such as if your employer closes during the COVID-19 outbreak, can be a traumatic experience psychologically and financially. But there are ways you and your family can minimize the hardship. – First, don’t panic. Give yourself time to get over the ...
Unless you are like me and grill year-round, the warmer weather signals the start of the grilling season. This spring, especially, as millions of us are told to stay home, a trip outside to the backyard or patio is a welcome change. If you have a new grill or have taken one out of winter ...
Numerous changes have happened to lives due to the impact of COVID-19. This virus has made our routine hectic — stores at that we usually shop are closed or have limited hours, restaurants are closed for dining in, professional business places have limited hours or window service only. We ...
"Wow!" I exclaimed as I glanced at my husband while I was pushing my grocery cart by the meat and dairy departments of a retail store. The food areas were well stocked, so that wasn't the reason for my exclamation. My nose picked up the pungent scent of a chlorine-based disinfecting ...
Some friends and I were talking the other day about how we were all handling the stress and anxiety of the COVID-19 pandemic. It turned out that each of us was experiencing it just a little differently. One wasn't sleeping well and had nearly daily headaches. Another had a constant "lump in her ...
Dahlias are bold and beautiful flowers that are easy to grow in any sunny garden. They are also spectacular in summer flower arrangements. With just a few dahlias, you can enjoy picking your own fresh-cut flowers every day from July through September. These spring-planted tubers make gorgeous ...