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Where to See the Total Eclipse of the Sun
A total eclipse is happening on April 8, 2024. It will be viewable almost everywhere in North America unless there are clouds. Most places will...
Effective Ways to Handle Conflict
Do you run in the other direction when you see a certain neighbor approaching you on the street? Are you afraid that your anger will...
Spend Less on Your Pets…and Still Keep Them Happy and Healthy
You can give your beloved pets everything they need without going overboard. Here’s how… Health care. Most veterinarians are trained to offer the gold standard...
Help Your Elderly Parents with Their Finances
You just found out that your mother hasn’t paid her utility bill for months, and now her electricity has been turned off. You are not...
Small…But Mighty
I recently made our favorite slow-cooker beef stew recipe. The result was good…but not great. I realized later that it was my own fault—I had...
Disaster-Proof Your Home
Natural disasters took an unprecedented toll on US homes in 2023. As of mid-September, a record 25 floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and other weather events had...
Surprising Collectibles Worth Big Now
Are there things gathering dust in your attic that might be worth a small fortune—or even a large one? It is entirely possible! Today’s generation...
When Life Hands You Lemons…
As many of you know, my husband has had some health issues lately…and those issues have kept him out of work for months. His employer—a...
Best Cell Phone Plans for 2024
Prices for cell-service plans are rising, perks are disappearing, and the 5G network has thus far underwhelmed. But there still are some appealing cellular plans...
The Secret Behind Keeping Secrets
Quick…how many secrets are you keeping from the people in your life? The answer is 13, on average, says behavioral scientist Michael Slepian, PhD. Dr....
6 Surprisingly Cheap Bucket-List Destinations
The places on your bucket list likely aren’t cheap. Most are coveted because they are special and often not easy to get to. But travel...
