You know the feeling: You eat breakfast, but by 11 a.m. your stomach is growling. You feel like you just ate, but somehow you’re hungry and craving something hearty and rich. Switch up your breakfast habits with a wholesome and filling breakfast burrito. It’s got protein to keep you full, veggies for a touch of […]
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Posted inAt Home
Pet-Proofing Your Home Before Your Cat or Dog Arrives
Bringing a new pet home is an exciting time. During those first few months, while the new member of your family gets used to their new home, there are a lot of things that need to be done. The training, the gaining of trust, the playtime — becoming a pet parent takes a lot of […]
Posted inAt Home
A Cobbler Full of Summer Flavors
Get a little wild in the kitchen and make something different. It’s alright to mix up the seasonal menu now and again by creating dishes out of the ordinary as a change-up from the usual warm-weather favorites. It’s true for many fruits that the summer months are their ideal season. However, eating fruit plain can […]
Posted inThe Outdoors
Launch Your Boat into a New Season
Whether you’re racing against the waves or quietly floating with a pole in hand, a day on the water is hard to beat. However, before you can enjoy the excitement of a new season, there are several steps you need to take to make sure your boat is ready for the ride. System Check Your […]
Posted inAuto Talk
Traveling? Plan Ahead for Your Fueling Needs
Memorial Day is approaching, bringing with it the unofficial launch of the spring and summer travel season. While air travel is steadily increasing, a larger-than-average number of travelers are expected to travel by car due to the pandemic. State leaders are encouraging travelers to plan ahead, as the increased demand comes at a time fuel […]
Posted inAt Home
Two Breakfast Recipes: Cheesy Bacon-Broccoli Quiche and Banana Shake
Making sure your family members get a nutritious start to the day is an important job, and by focusing on a few wholesome ingredients, such as real milk, simple and healthful dishes can quickly become family favorites. Two delicious breakfast option is a Cheesy Bacon-Broccoli Quiche, which offers 11 grams of protein per serving while […]
Posted inGardeners Corner
A Guide to Dog-Friendly Garden Plants
Picture this — spring hath sprung, and you’ve finished your tedious cleaning jobs. As the days are getting longer and warmer, you grab sun cream and spend your weekend giving the garden some much deserved TLC. When shopping for plants, remember to consider whether the new garden addition will be pet friendly. Some plants contain […]
Posted inThe Outdoors
Getting Active for Spring and Summer as an Older Adult
Adapting to the pandemic for the past year has made exercise and physical fitness difficult, but there are still ways to remain active. And with spring in the air, it’s the perfect time to get back outside and moving. For aging adults, physical fitness is even more important to keep joints flexible and muscles strong […]
Posted inAt Home
An Unforgettable Fruity Flavor
Fresh fruit is finally in season. When the sun is out and kids are hitting the pool, it’s also time to indulge in some sweet fruit flavors. Watermelon, berries, bananas and more can all be found near perfect ripeness at grocery stores or farmer’s markets during the warm summer months. On a hot day, there […]
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