January 2011
January 21st, 2011
Written by Chris Benguhe in Common Ties That Bind with 0 Comments
Valentine’s Day is coming, so if there is someone romantically relevant in your life, then honor them in whatever way you see fit. It doesn’t have to be elaborate, but it better be sincere if you know what’s good for you!But if you are not in a relationship, please don’t sink into a malaise of desperation and depression because of all the extra “amour” in the air.Instead why not consider the...
January 21st, 2011
Written by Rita Cook in Focus on Health with 0 Comments
It’s that dreaded time of year, cold and flu season strikes again, as many folks rush in for their annual flu shots to try and avoid the onslaught of fever, sore throats, body aches, and a stuffy nose, there might be a few other options to consider as well.“To avoid a cold, the best thing to do is replenish your vitamin D levels by direct skin exposure to the sun,” says Dr. Lida Aghdam, MD, an...
January 20th, 2011
Written by Rita Cook in Travels' Tapestry with 0 Comments
Outwardly, San Diego is a laidback city, but underneath the surface, it is also a Mecca of culture and class. Of course, while not as culturally diversified as other California cities like Los Angeles, or even San Francisco, San Diego offers a large Hispanic culture. Situated near the Mexican border and across from Tijuana, San Diego’s first inhabitants included Spanish Catholic priests who...
January 19th, 2011
Written by Jodie Blankenship in The Welcoming Table with 0 Comments
When traveling to far off lands or just the East Coast of the U.S., encounters of culture and food awakens the taste buds and the senses. On the wholesome farmlands where buggies and traditional attire reign in the Amish landscape, whoopie pies are as intriguing today as they were many years ago, before electricity, automobiles, and checking accounts. The Amish prefer to travel on the horse-drawn...
January 19th, 2011
Written by Jodie Blankenship in Feature Stories with 0 Comments
In times when the economy is thriving, philanthropic giving is just as healthy as the money being generated in the private sector. However, when there is a downturn, giving trends decline along with the shrinking economy even though the demand for donations surge. This economic conundrum is now beginning to shift, as new groups open their pocketbooks and donate differently than what was the...