What are the two easiest gifts in the world to give grandparents? A super-sweet and lovely-to-look-at edible, or a book. Take it from a grandmother: This time, don’t go there! Gifts that please grands the most and last the longest…
A little research. That’s what inspired Sarah Paxton to visit the Weinstein Jewish Community Center while looking for a preschool for her son. “I really liked their child-centered style of learning and strong focus on outdoor education and nature exploration,”…
Roasted Asparagus with Prosciutto Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 2 ounces prosciutto until lightly colored and crisp (about 2 minutes per side). Set aside on paper towels. Arrange…
When couples separate or divorce, a common question for parents is: How does child support work? Child support matters can be arranged by agreement, or if the parties are unable to agree, it can be established by the courts. In…
To volunteer to help next week in preparation for the 2020 Thanksgiving feast, visit the Giving Heart now. Joy Elliott was talking with some volunteers at The Giving Heart’s annual Community Thanksgiving Feast several years ago when she saw…
Wild Rice, Mushroom, and Herb Stuffing Bring 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 2 cups wild blend rice (such as Lundberg), and 1 tablespoon butter to a boil in a medium saucepan. Cook for about 45 minutes, or until tender, adding…
My fifth-grade daughter is in with a new group of girls at her school. A few of these families have two homes. One of the mothers has asked me if my child can go with them on an expensive ski…
My wife, like many of us, recently celebrated a 40-something birthday and realized that her near-vision is becoming blurry, causing problems with reading, texting, and other up-close tasks. I’ve known this day was coming. Presbyopia, the inability to focus up-close,…
It’s hard to believe that 2016 is almost over, and yet, here we are, last month’s pumpkins rotting on the porch, and plans for the holidays shaping up nicely (or at least getting added to the to-do list). We have…
