With Attitude, Timing Is Everything
Why do teens who refuse to eat breakfast, pop up energetically when there's morning fast food involved, ponders Farm and Family Living columnist Laurie Marlatt Steeb.
The Buzz of Bees
The honey month of September provides a chance to celebrate the honeybee. Seventeen states have adopted the honeybee as their official state insect....
The Cookie Crumbles This Way
Homemade cookies are always a welcome treat, so when I received a request for chewy cookie recipes, I didn't have to think twice.
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Getting Up-Close-and-Personal with Our Schools
This is Kathie's first year of high school. She's always done well in school. This year she involved herself in several extra activities, so I knew keeping up with homework might take extra effort.
Making Spirits Bright
Farm and Family Living columnist Laurie Marlatt Steeb wishes hugs and warm touches this holiday season.
Pet and Petability
"He's riled!" I cautioned Kathie. She goaded our cat with her forearm. He lunged, wrapped his front legs around her arm and grabbed her...
Moms Yearn for Comfort Foods
Most moms are not as sensational as those who live on Wisteria Lane (Desperate Housewives), but many moms feel a bit desperate occasionally.
Just Kidding About the Torture
I was talking to a friend who comes in the consignment shop where I work. She had her own business before she retired and is used to dealing with people.
Notes from a Label Baby Mom
I enjoy keeping an eye on fashion. Not that I dress so well, but I've always been fascinated by handbags and, impervious to my husband's dismay at my overflowing boxes of footwear, I feel there's definitely a certain shoe that completes the look of every outfit.
What Important Lessons Have You Learned?
Be My Guest (Columnist) I offer this pointed article by Kia Harries in place of my own column with appreciation to her.
