Schools’ open: dress them well
A few simple pointers for your students returning to the classroom
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
This school year is a momentous one in our household! We have one son going into the middle school and one going into the high school. BIG changes. BIG responsibility.
Thankfully for my children, we send them off in the morning to be educated by professionals. Heaven knows, if left...
‘Falling’ for the autumn fashion options
Now that summer is almost over, it’s time to embrace the looks that will make for a stylish fall
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
There is no denying that summer is coming to an end. The air in the morning is crisper. The days are getting shorter. In the stores, school supplies are at a minimum and Halloween decorations are prominently displayed.
Waaaaaah!
It has been REALLY...
Some issues are just skin deep
You may be out of your teens, but your skin doesn’t always notice
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I think that it is some cruel cosmic joke that I suffer from acne prone skin at age 40. (So, I’m 41…I like saying that I’m still 40, OK?)
Let’s focus on the real problem.
I am breaking out like a 14-year-old boy. How do I know this? Because I HAVE a 14-year-old boy and...
The daily grind – it can be more than just clenched teeth
Habitual grinding of teeth — bruxism — can cause more damage than you might think
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
While most people clench or grind occasionally some people do it on a regular basis. This clenching and grinding is known as bruxism and can cause damage to teeth and the bones that support them. Most people don’t know they do it until their dentist or...
Muscling up to the new standard
For some, thin is no longer enough, strength matters
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Strong is the new skinny.
Have you heard this expression? It makes me tired. How about you?
It’s no longer impressive/desirable to just be thin…the question now becomes “but, can you flip a tire or do 20 pull-ups?”
The answer (for ME) is a resounding “NO”. Truth be told, if someone held...
Life’s a beach…if you follow a few rules
A few simple rules to make that day down the shore more enjoyable
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
My latest list…because, you know how much I LOVE making a list…
BEACH ETIQUETTE:
NO SMOKING! I understand that technically the beach is “outside” (whatever) but what inevitably happens is that some large, hairy man decides to plop down his chair and light a cigar directly downwind...
Just dyeing to get it exactly right
Beyond the very lucky few, getting the right hair color can be tricky
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
A woman came up to me in Starbucks the other day to compliment my hair color. “Is it natural?” she asked.
Hmmmmmmmm.
What does that mean EXACTLY?
I was born a redhead. I think given my skin tone, eye color and fiery disposition that would be obvious to most. However, the vibrant...
Still so much to accomplish this summer
Just because we’re in the lazy days of summer, doesn’t mean there aren’t things to do still
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I can’t help feeling that once 4th of July hits the summer slowly seeps away. Fall is right around the corner! School bags and supplies are making their way to the front of the stores.
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
As much as I look forward...
Winning the gold for fashion
The Olympics are exciting, the fashion choices often not so much
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I am not particularly athletic.
If I had to describe my physical prowess, I would qualify myself as “sporty” (Spice. Ha!) (Sorry for the 90’s reference…had to do it.)
I like to sweat and I enjoy a good 60-minute (max) workout (in an air-conditioned facility).
And, I am fiercely...
Corporate dentistry: what’s the difference? Plenty
At so-called ‘dental mills’ PBS report airs concerns that profit trumps patient needs
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Once upon a time – a dentist opened up an office and provided patient care. Satisfied patients referred their friends and families and his (or her) business grew. These dental practices (like mine) answer only to their patients. A private...
