Lifestyle
You Gotta Be Kidding!
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- Written by Randal C. Hill Randal C. Hill
One Monday evening in 1957, the switchboard at the London office of the BBC came ablaze with blinking lights, as overwhelmed operators frantically explained that, no, they had no information about where one could purchase a spaghetti plant.
Nurse Nancy: Do a Spring Refresh with Hygge
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- Written by Nancy J. Schaaf RN Nancy J. Schaaf RN
Spring is a time for all things bright and beautiful. As the days grow warmer and the sun shines brighter, it is a time to refresh our surroundings.
Family Volunteerism: Teaching Grandkids Civic Responsibility
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“Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more.” – H. Jackson Brown Jr.
Savvy Senior: How to Fight Back Against Age Discrimination
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- Written by Jim Miller Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior,
What are the steps to take to fight against age discrimination in the workplace, and where can I turn to for help if I think I’ve got a case?
– Passed-Over Paul
Bob’s Tech Talk: Bundled Software, Silence Callers, and Used iPhones
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- Written by Bob DeLaurentis Bob DeLaurentis
Q. I got a new computer this year as a gift. Are there any essential apps I should install?
Pleased to Meat You: The World of Spam
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- Written by Randal C. Hill Randal C. Hill
During World War II, American soldiers stationed overseas had their own terms for Spam. Some called it “ham that didn’t pass its physical,” while others sneered that it was “meatloaf without basic training.” One term bandied about was “Special Army Meat.”
Bob’s Tech Talk: Music Subscriptions and Purchases, iPhone Camera Tricks
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- Written by Bob DeLaurentis Bob DeLaurentis
Q. What is the best way to enjoy music on my smartphone or tablet?
First Lady from Plains Rosalynn Carter (1927-2023)
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- Written by James Patterson James Patterson
In 1984, former first lady Rosalynn Carter published her memoir First Lady from Plains. It was her first book, and it became a bestseller.
Survival Guide for a Stress-Free Holiday Season
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- Written by Kimberly Blaker Kimberly Blaker
Do you dread the hustle and bustle of another holiday season? Between shopping, wrapping, baking, holiday cards, parties, and many other obligations and tasks, surviving the season can be a feat, let alone finding the time to enjoy it with your family.