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Last Wednesday was like a day on Mars. Got the washing out to dry by 5:30am, on a beautiful sunny...

We have indeed found our humor again, and it was in the garage, just where we left it a few weeks ago when The Ancient One took to her bed with the vapors. As we are want to do, which is to speak for those who are thinking what we’re saying, we’re here to shed a chuckle over the subject of life and death. It’s a short trip in between, and if we can’t laugh about it, what’s the...

Growing Bolder guru Mark Rodriguez has been cooking without butter for 25 years. He shares his secrets for unlocking flavors in your favorite dishes without the fat. In his latest blog, he explains his rule of 3 for flavors. Read on!

Ever wonder why so many retirees move to Florida (or another warm region of the country) the minute they retire? It's because of the convenience of living in these areas-- no snow shoveling, no leaf raking and no need to pour salt on the driveway. To younger homeowners, these tasks may just seem like slightly annoying chores, but to older retirees, they can be both physically and...

Have you ever noticed the first four letters of the word Butter? It' s not a coincidence. It's Karma. I know, I know. Butter tastes good. In fact, the old saying goes something like: "Name the 3 most important things in French Cuisine." The answer is... Butter, Butter and Butter. I'm not saying that butter isn't good in moderation. Everything (albeit me getting caught looking at pretty girls when...

Go ahead, make my bed I can tolerate most household chores, with the exception of one or two tasks, but am I really alone?? When my children were mere tiny-tots, the daily routine never bothered me nor interfered with my lifestyle. I definitely had alot more energy AND time! A complete contrast to the life I lead today-allow me to set the scene: Wife [still] mother of two...