When Marion Beatty mentioned to a fellow birdwatcher that she was considering a vacation concentrated on their mutual interest, her friend suggested that she check out the Road Scholar tour company. Marion found hundreds of “Learning Adventures listed on its website, including 14 specifically for birders. Then came the biggest challenge: deciding whether to train…
10 Ways to Honor Your Dad This Father’s Day
Editor’s Note: This Father’s Day, make some time for the special dad in your life by doing a fun activity together. Whether you plan to spend the day hiking, birdwatching, going to a car show, or just grabbing a coffee, make it something to remember. In her newest book, “Everyday Should Be Father’s Day” Jennifer…
The Winter Garden: Now’s the Time to Start Planning
Ah, summer. Overnight dew on lush green grass, high-climbing roses and sunflowers, afternoon picnics in the warm sun, evenings when light lingers late in the sky. Summer is the home gardener’s Eden. It’s also the time to think about winter. A large swath of the United States is generally mild enough, especially in a warming…
Where Did Our Understanding of Memory Come From?
Editor’s Note: This book excerpt has been reorganized to fit the needs of the article. Evolution of Our Understanding of Memory Collapse of a Banquet Hall Many current principles used to strengthen our memories can be traced back hundreds or even thousands of years. And although I don’t think it’s necessary to learn everything some of…
Genius Travel Hacks to Earn More Points and Miles From Every Dollar
By Ramsey Qubein From Bloomberg News It’s pretty much a full-time job to stay on top of the ever-evolving world of travel hacks. Trust us, we would know. There are constant shifts in loyalty programs, rules, partnerships and bonus earning opportunities, as well as mergers and acquisitions. On top of it all, a mass of…
Braised Short Ribs
View the print-ready version of this recipe. This is the perfect meal for Sunday dinner, a special occasion, or when having company over and you don’t want to slave away in the kitchen. Other easy, gourmet meals I love include Lemon Chicken Piccata and Panang Curry. I’m so excited to share this easy shorts ribs recipe with you…
Largest Human-Made Lagoon in US Opens in Florida
By Rebecca Liebson From Tampa Bay Times Tampa—Tampa Bay is known for its beaches, but a new attraction in Pasco County offers the chance to spend a day by the water without visiting the shore. The Mirada Lagoon is a human-made body of water that spans more than 15 acres, making it the largest in…
How to Tell When Your Roof Needs Replacing
By Kaitlyn Keegan From Hartford Courant When most homeowners start considering renovation projects, they think about redoing the kitchen, painting the bedroom, or updating a bathroom. They don’t consider their roof. Out of sight and out of mind for many homeowners, your roof keeps everything below it safe and sound. It should be paid more…
3 Fine Days in County Cork, Ireland
I stood at the fork of the walking path near the Rock Close at Blarney Castle in County Cork, Ireland, and listened to the songbirds while watching the sheep graze contentedly in a far pasture. Turning toward Blarney Lake, I embarked on a peaceful, breathtaking circuit of the 21-acre body of water. Ireland’s beauty was…
Refinishing Hardwood Floors Is Hard Work
This past week, my beautiful and patient bride of 49 years and I had to endure the throbbing and nerve-rattling experience of a massive hardwood floor sander grinding off the finish from the birch hardwood in our home. We were huddled in the basement along with our nervous pets as the workmen busied themselves with…
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