Lost in Suburbia: One man’s dog is another man’s hissing cockroach
Occasionally, I actually do some research for one of my columns to make sure that I am being factually accurate about something as scientifically complex as the half-life of the average dog gas.Such...
View ArticleAsk Lisa: Which came first, the egg or the sell-by date?
Q: How long after the sell-by date is it safe to use eggs that have been properly stored and refrigerated?— Karen Baker, Hide-A-Way Hills, OhioA: Use eggs within three to five weeks of the day you...
View ArticleTales From the Front: The second time around
What happens when you Google an old lover? It can turn out well. It can turn out very well. It can turn out wonderfully! LILY: I often thought about my high-school sweetheart. What happened to him? How...
View ArticleTales From the Front: Regrets I have a few
Today we meet a woman who proves that while opposites can attract, they don't always belong together.MARTA: When I was traveling in Europe, I met man who was 10 years younger than me. I was 34 at the...
View ArticleTales From the Front: Wondering
As you read today's column, I wonder if you'll ask yourself the same question I did: Why would a married woman with a 6-month-old baby Google her first boyfriend?Skylar says that she fell in love for...
View ArticleHere’s How: Repair and match mortar between old bricks
Dear James: We have a brick house and the mortar between the bricks has fallen out in spots. It looks terrible. What is the best method to repair this and how can I get new mortar to look like the old?...
View ArticleEnergy Express: Surprise! What beats diet and exercise for best health ever?
You know your name, your shoe size, and I'll bet you know this, too: If you want to live a healthier, happier life you have to exercise regularly and eat well. But what else? Think now: Wear your seat...
View ArticleIn Fashion: Fall accessory update
After you've scouted out those new velvet Mary Janes, put a leopard print coat on your wish list and ordered that new pair of wide-leg pants, it's time to think about other add-ons — the accessories...
View ArticleMany don't get treatment for depression
Most Americans who screen positive for depression don't receive treatment, while most who do receive treatment don't actually have the condition.
View ArticleHow to clean bricks above a fireplace
Q: I tried to wash bricks above a fireplace with soap and water, but I got an uneven result. How can I do a better job?
View ArticleIt's a new school year - and a good time to set some new family goals
The new school year, when routines are shifting, is an excellent time to resolve to make some changes when it comes to our families and food.
View ArticleMatassa welcomes volunteers assisting in recovery
Over the course of this week and last, Ascension Parish President Kenny Matassa has welcomed hundreds of volunteers from across the country and right here at home who are assisting in flood clean-up,...
View ArticleIn recognition of Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance
September 11, 2016 will be recognized as Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance. All departments, agencies, and instrumentalities of the United States are called on to display the flag...
View ArticleReligion News: Mother Teresa canonized by Catholic church
WEEK IN RELIGIONOne of the world's most well-known nuns officially became a saint of the Roman Catholic Church on Sept. 4. Known to the world as Mother Teresa, Pope Francis recognized her life-long...
View ArticleNetworx: Hot tips for a successful kitchen remodel
Okay, so you're planning to remodel your kitchen at last. You've been browsing kitchen makeovers for months — to the point where you actually see your dream kitchen in well your dreams. That is, if...
View ArticleHere’s How: Choose and install a new deadbolt lock
Dear James: We would like to install a new classy real stained wood front door. I would like an attractive, secure lockset to go with it, but there are so many to choose from. Which are best? — Mike...
View ArticleIn Good Faith: Standing on solid ground
When I was in high school, a small group of us would often gather on the roof of my friend Matt's apartment building in Brooklyn. I'm pretty sure we were allowed up there, but to gain access we had to...
View ArticleBe prepared with easy snacks for some after-school fuel
The final school bell rings, and your sweet child runs into your arms exhausted, hungry and, therefore, totally grumpy. Sound familiar? To keep their energy (and mood) up for after-school activities,...
View ArticleParents are saving for college at record levels — and they're still coming up...
On average, families have increased their savings from $1,500 a year in 2007 to $3,000 in 2016, but nearly half admit they still feel off-course to reach their target amount. Parents with kids in 10th...
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