It makes sense to say “there is no free lunch” when we are talking about magazine subscription that costs $15 to $20 a year. However, I am sure you will be shocked when you know how much the so-called “discount magazine” and “cheap magazine” has ripped you off after reading this article and I …
The process of dying is one of the great stages of learning of the human soul, often met with fear and resistance, yet even in the presence of these, filled with the growth of the soul in its appreciation of its relationship to life. There is no one way to experience dying so that …
The first television set appeared more than 70 years ago. It had a small display and worked on neon lamps. In time, technology advanced and we now have flat panel television sets with an incredible display. High-quality resolution and bright colors represent perhaps the most attractive features. Interestingly enough, many people have also become …
In late summer/early fall, the kids are going back to school. While it’s primarily their event, it impacts the whole family, as everyone adjusts to new schedules and routines. As you maneuver your way through this yearly adjustment, here are some tips to keep in mind. When To Loosen Up, When To Tighten Up …
Amulets have been used throughout the ages to protect the holder from trouble. Talismans are objects that bring luck. Both have been around since the dawn of man. Literally. I don’t have proof, but I wholeheartedly believe that the first man ever saw a rock or shell and picked it up and thought to …
When you have way too much stuff and no system of organization, you end up with a house full of clutter. It starts to choke you and drain your energy. Only a person who lives with clutter can understand why somebody would hoard their possessions, or even their “junk.” A common feeling among people, …
Staying fit is a great goal that will help you lead a longer, healthier life but if your brain can’t keep up, then what’s the point. The brain is a muscle too and it follows the same “use it or lose it” policy as your other muscles. So how can you keep your brain …
If you are only going to be putting on your adult Halloween costume to stand at the front door to deal out candy, you can get away with almost anything. Even a hot, stuffy mask can be used since you can take it off in between visitors. However, if you are planning on taking …
Chess Games One of my favorite travel games is chess. Okay, it’s just one of my favorite games, and I have three-ounce set with a cloth board, so I can take it anywhere. The last time I used it was in the town center of a small pueblo in the Andes Mountains. The games …
Do you know what to look for in a backpack? Now that your child has to carry a heavy load of books and other supplies back and forth from school, you need to think about buying her a back friendly pack. She of course wants a backpack in cool colors and you want her …