I love stories of hope and redemption, stories that grab you and don’t let go until you see them to completion. I love it when a story speaks a truth so real that you can’t get it out of your head. Recently, I read just such a story: Wildflowers From Winter by Katie Ganshert. Wildflowers [...]

Winter skin is dry skin. As the air temperature drops, so does the humidity and you feel the difference in that dry, itchy skin. There are a few simple things you can do to protect yourself, and help your skin: Bathe in warm water, not hot. Coming in from the cold it’s tempting to take [...]

When the winter winds blow, your skin needs special protection. Dry, cold winter air–especially wind–robs skin of moisture and can lead to a dull, flat appearance. “Be sure to bundle up during blustery, cold weather and adjust your skin care routine,” says Carol Rennehan, consultant of Mary Kay Cosmetics, Ltd. “This will help preserve your [...]

Prevent birds from crashing into your windows If you have a problem with birds crashing into your windows, try placing sun ornaments and other objects in the window to let them know they can’t fly through. Avoid hanging plants in front of the window – this is just inviting trouble. If a bird has a [...]

With the temperatures plummeting this time of year, many of us tend to hibernate inside our homes. But, hibernating is for bears. As humans it’s important to stay active through all four seasons. Yet, a poll of 5,000 people found that 30 percent get no exercise at all during the winter months. Just because it [...]

It is winter time now. One step on the frozen porch steps first thing in the morning removes any doubt of that fact. Winter time brings on many thoughts, holidays, dark afternoons, football on TV and for me some of the best trout fly fishing there is. That’s right - trout fishing - winter steelhead fly fishing [...]

Most of this season’s stylish trends can transform your wardrobe basics into great holiday fashions One way is by adding key accents such as the brooch, cape or stole. Ponchos continue as a fashion item in a variety of colors and knits. They are versatile, fun and flatter any figure. If a poncho isn’t for you try a cape [...]

Purples, red, plaid & glitter are the rage Colors all shades of red, wine, plum, burgundy and purple paired up with caramel, tan, camel, silver, grey or black Accessories glitters, high-gloss lipsticks, and chain belts Pants & skirts flared pants and jeans, slits on the bottom of the pant leg Fabrics plaids, animal prints, leather, [...]

It’s still a couple of weeks until spring and the weather can still sometimes be depressing. The kids may be bored and your relationships may be suffering. What can you do to beat the winter blahs and energize your marriage and family? Consider the following: 1. Go fitness walking at a local mall before the [...]

The fall and winter color palette theme is a renewed focus on home centered lives while also adding credence to current economic conditions and the rapid pace of advancements in technology. Closely paralleling current design trends, contemporary palettes reflect a flagrant desire for quality as well as the importance for consumer choice in the “color” [...]