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Eating Down the Fridge

Recently my husband and I had his sister and her husband over for supper. I explained rather sheepishly that my meal choices were made because I was trying to clean out the kitchen of random food items. I mean, it wasn’t all canned mushrooms and Jello, although I did make Jello Jigglers for the first [...] Read More >

The Truth About Restaurant Calories

By now it is probably clear to most consumers that eating out is not the healthiest choice. Yet, all the marketing hype projected by restaurants can sound quite convincing. Restaurants and fast food chains are pitching everything from fat free, no carbs, low calories, high fiber and other specialty menu items. Many even make specific promises [...] Read More >

Marriage Advice for a Season of Sports

“Hockey season? Oh no, I just lost him again.” “Football every Sunday, and Monday?!” Wives across the country who are not as passionate about sports are probably thinking similar thoughts as they watch their husband (or boyfriend) take his place on the couch where he plans to live until Christmas. This difference of opinion can be [...] Read More >

I Wasn’t Ready to be a Grandma!

Are you a grandparent, and if so, did you feel "ready" when you heard the news? Read More >

9/11 and You

What were your feelings that tragic day? Shock? Fear? Anger? Confusion? Sadness? How do you process those feelings now, as reminders of the attacks come in anniversary commemorations and media coverage? Nearly two-thirds of American Red Cross 9/11 adult counselees still grieve, according to a study of those directly affected by the attacks.. Read More >

The Power of Words

Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can wound forever. I went from a gregarious child to a silent teenager, and I never told anyone was what going on. This is the story that saved my life. Read More >

Identity & Identity Theft

Every year, millions of people around the world, are victims of “identity theft”. HomeTownLife.com offers some helpful steps to reduce your chances of being an identity theft victim. These steps include things like protecting your credit card numbers and never replying to emails requesting financial information. When you think about it, it’s kind of sad how [...] Read More >

Drama Queen: Fashion-Fall Winter 2009

Fall and Winter 2009: Decadent and edgy, this season's fashion hits the runway with a touch of the 80's. Read More >

Go for Gold in Your Sex Life

You be the Olympic judge of your sex life: Gold, Silver, Bronze or nowhere near the podium! With sex being such a hot topic and the Olympics coming to Vancouver it made me wonder if couples really put effort into improving their sex life and how do you go about pursuing the “gold” in your [...] Read More >

Surviving Marital Bliss

“I think we need to go out on a date tonight.” That’s my opening salvo as I wake up with my morning coffee. I haven’t brought along flowers or chocolates. I haven’t written a small poem expressing my undying affection (I haven’t even technically asked a question…or showered). My wife responds, “Why don’t we go [...] Read More >

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