In “Lost in the Cosmos: The Last Self-Help Book,” Walker Percy writes, “Johnny Carson, when questioned about his aplomb on the stage before a TV audience of millions, replied: ‘Sure, I’m at ease up there—because I’m in control—but when I’m at a cocktail party and caught in a one-on-one conversation: panic city!’” In his book…
Dogs That Eat High-Fat Snacks Risk Pancreatitis
Q: Max, our 7-year-old terrier mix, lost his energy, stopped eating, and started vomiting. His veterinarian diagnosed pancreatitis and hospitalized him for treatment. How can we prevent this from happening again? A: Pancreatitis is inflammation (“-itis”) of the pancreas, the organ in the abdomen that secretes two important groups of chemicals: the digestive enzymes that…
A Back-Pocket Pasta Recipe
If you’re looking for a pasta dish that’s comforting and easy to make, look no further. This features a traditional pasta sauce recipe found in most Italian cookbooks, made by simmering garlic in olive oil to make a simple sauce known as aglio e olio. Serve with a basic green salad or sautéed greens, such…
A Boy and His Dog? No, a Boy and His Phone!
Are there still bonds of love and loyalty between a boy and his dog? Do teens even have time to spend with their pets, or are they too busy with their electronic devices? I’m an unlicensed and uncertified undercover observer of how parents and their children interact in different settings. My most recent observation occurred…
Book Review: ‘Lady Editor: Sarah Josepha Hale and the Making of the Modern American Woman’
It’s a name that many, if not most, people are unfamiliar with—unless they remember the name of the author who wrote the nursery rhyme “Mary Had a Little Lamb.” I was unfamiliar with Sarah Josepha Hale until reading this book, but upon completing it, I feel a sense of regret knowing that she has been…
The Best Sweet Corn Tricks Ever—Plus More Great Reader Tips
Last week’s mail certainly proved my theory that we have the best expert community going on here at Everyday Cheapskate. Even better, we’re willing to share. Microwave Corn on the Cob Dear Mary: I wish to share a sweet corn trick with you and your readers that allows you to cook fresh corn in the…
How to Get Rid of Fungus Gnats and Other Flowerpot Pests
Q: Last week you answered a question about removing fungus from houseplant pots before bringing them in for the winter. My plants always seem to have whole armies of crickets, pill bugs, ants, earwigs, or worms. How do I get rid of them? A: I am glad you asked, because I have an update to…
Children’s Bedtime Reads for Fall
Autumn is an exciting time for a child. The wind is picking up, trees are painted in warm hues, and pumpkins, apples, and scarecrows abound. The school session is in full swing, and the holidays are around the corner. As night falls earlier and earlier, perhaps there is time for an extra bedtime story. In…
Redefining Life Balance
Life balance—who among us doesn’t crave that elusive idea of checking all the boxes, feeling on top of things, and never letting one ball drop. Is true life balance even achievable? Author and business expert Christy Wright set out to answer this question in her new book, “Take Back Your Time: The Guilt-Free Guide to…
15-Year-Old Italian Born With Rare Muscle Disease Becomes Extraordinary Concert Cellist
A talented 15-year-old with a never-give-up attitude and passion for music hasn’t let a rare muscle disease and scoliosis come in the way of becoming a concert cellist performing solo around the world. Valentina Irlando, a student and classical cellist from Italy, was diagnosed with her condition when she was just a kid. Owing to…
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