Don’t Retire, Refire: Little steps can lead to big changes
By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times
The common thread throughout my previous articles has been about making small changes, to move towards your goals. I want to impress upon you the importance of focusing on that one, small change and not get distracted over anxious about how far off you may think your goal is. In this regard, have tunnel vision and stay in the moment.
Here are 3 small...
We can all find things to be thankful for
Even if you’re upset now, take stock in all of the good things in life
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
There has been a whole lotta controversy in the past few weeks and not enough love. Just my opinion; but, luckily, this is my article and I can express myself freely because of my constitutional rights and my supportive editor. (Shameless plug for Mike McGann!)
As we get closer...
On Your Table: Thanksgiving is not just about the turkey
You have to go beyond giving them the bird for a great meal
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Thanksgiving is as much about the side dishes as the star of the dish.
Everybody frets about cooking the family turkey for Thanksgiving. Butterball even has a hotline (800-288-8372) so that folks can call and ask questions from experts who are on call throughout the holiday. Mind you,...
Need a distraction? Try Pinterest
If you’d rather stay away from other topics, it’s a good option
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I considered writing about my opinions on the outcome of the election for this article…but, it was a rough week. Just reading other people’s thoughts on Facebook has left me exhausted. In an effort to lower my blood pressure and re-charge my battery, I turned to my coping...
On Your Table: You carved ’em, now cook those pumpkins
And it’s time to go beyond just pie
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Carved pumpkins from the Chadds Ford October Great Pumpkin Carve donated by H.G. Haskell of SIW Vegetables on Route 100.
Pumpkins make for many a sweet treat like pies and other baked goods this time of year considering the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, but they have many other benefits. They are...
Business before pleasure
New bill limits insurance companies ability to take back benefits
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
When trying to decide what to name this month’s column I was stumped for awhile. Yet it seems that we are going to spend a small time talking about the current state of healthcare legislation and then laughing at the lastest fad.
The truth is that what I am going to share...
Super Six: The holiday countdown begins
Fun ideas for Santa to leave under the tree
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Hey, November! The official countdown to holiday is here…whether we like it or not. Personally, I prefer to procrastinate until around the 22nd of December just to challenge myself. But, I understand that most (normal) people have gifts wrapped up with a bow by then. So, in honor of you “prepared”...
Don’t Retire, Refire: Don’t be fair to look at your finances
With obligations to parents and kids, today’s retirees may feel the squeeze
By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times
The subject of finances is one that scares many of us because we aren’t even close to being prepared.
According to Money Magazine, one in three Americans have zero dollars in savings. CBS Money Watch calls us the “sandwich generation” because many of us have obligations...
Manly mistakes men make on Match.com
By Nancy Plummer, Columnist, The Times
Ok, men, aren’t you frustrated that you haven’t been successful in finding the woman of your dreams yet on Match.com? Admit it, you know you are at least an 8, you make a good salary, you are successful and have no baggage. So what’s not working for you? I’ll tell you plain and simple – it’s not you; it’s your process.
Below are the most common...
Politics ain’t pretty
Shopping can be a distraction from the election, right?
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Let me make something VERY clear, Read My Lipgloss is a fashion article. I prefer to concentrate my efforts on writing about pretty things. Some may find this pedantic or vapid; au contraire my friends…it is important stuff.
We have learned critical bits of info, like: how to apply a symmetrical...
