People of all ages are being affected by the global health crisis, but it is important to remember that the lives of older adults have been especially disrupted. After all, the opportunities to socialize, take various classes and enjoy an active lifestyle are among the main reasons that people choose to live in a Life […]
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Posted inThe Outdoors
How to Stay Safe on the Water (and Why)
Every year as Father’s Day comes and goes, my thoughts turn to water safety. I think about how so many people’s lives changed on one fateful Father’s Day and how my search and rescue K9 partner Chips and I became part of this story. Sadly, this was not the only time we witnessed a tragedy […]
Posted inAt Home
Two Recipes for Adding Seafood to Summer Meals
Grilled meals provide a summer escape for many families by offering opportunities to spend moments together while enjoying flavorful dishes. As Americans face uncertainty in many aspects of life, one place they should be able to turn to for normalcy is food. One option that checks boxes including comfort, fun, taste and variety: seafood. As […]
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Five Simple Ways to Bring Calm into Your Home
From the global devastation of COVID-19 to the national grief, horror and widespread protests set off by the killing of George Floyd, the world is reeling with chaos. No wonder waves of fear, pain and uncertainty are infiltrating our thoughts and emotions — and thus, our homes. We’re witnessing the most disease the world has […]
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Recipe for a Timeless Carrot Cake
Surprise your family with a dessert fit for the season. This Carrot Cake recipe is a traditional take on the timeless treat and created using everyday ingredients. Find more dessert inspiration at Culinary.net. Carrot Cake Ingredients: Cake: Frosting: Instructions: Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, sift flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and […]
Posted inAround West Sound
The Easiest and Simplest Way to Walk Away from Back Pain
The man who wrote the words, “We hold these truths to be self-evident,” was later quick to document what he discovered to be another unquestioning truth. “The sovereign invigorator of the body is exercise, and of all the exercises, walking is best,” Thomas Jefferson wrote during the mid-1780s. “There is no habit you will value […]
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What We’ve All Learned from Working from Home
The recent transition to widespread working from home has shown that the experience has been both educational and eye-opening for many. Working at home means learning to cope with distractions, working with space constraints, managing time with family and learning new skills. And, according to new consumer research, it has also meant reassessing what is […]
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Fire Up the Grill for Smoked Fruit
As summer grilling season sets in, Americans grab their tongs to take advantage of backyard barbecue opportunities. In addition to classic cookout fare like ribs, steak, chicken, burgers and hot dogs, the experts at Dole recommend giving fruits and vegetables a shot on the grill to bring out new tastes and ways to enjoy everyday […]
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Survey Finds the Top 5 Most-Popular Home Projects During the Quarantine
With most people in lockdown or still spending the majority of their hours at home amid social distancing, suddenly home projects lingering on the back burner have come roaring to life. In a period that has been sharply defined by product shortages, time at home has never been so abundant, as many adults were furloughed […]