Many of us enjoy the soothing rumble of a summer thunderstorm, but for our canine companions, a crack of thunder can elicit an instant state of panic. The most common…
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by Paige Peake Foster care gives children and teens a home they need and deserve as they move from one chapter in their lives to another. A supportive and nurturing…
Broccoli and Aged Gouda Quiche Pastry: 1 cup, plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1 stick (4 oz) unsalted butter, cold and cut into…
House soiling is one of the most common reasons why pet owners abandon or relinquish their cats. Unfortunately, these cats frequently end up in shelters where they are more likely…
How one mom took on wasps in her backyard and (maybe?) won!
Tom Parfitt doesn’t need a canvas to create art. All this stay-at-home dad needs is his homemade focaccia and nature’s bounty. “I have been baking bread for a decade,” says Parfitt,…
One of my fondest childhood memories involves spending weekends at my grandma’s and waking to the sweet smell of crêpes. Topped with just butter and brown sugar and rolled into…
Between traditional media and digital resources – think Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook – we are inundated with beautiful photos of food, along with videos of people cooking wonderful dishes and complete…
Nashville is in the hearts of many people in the Richmond area and I’m one of them. Not only is it one of my favorite places to visit, I also…
Acclaimed interior designers John Loecke and Jason Oliver Nixon always stress the importance of storytelling in their work and their products. “That’s the thread that ties our work together,” says…
The rising popularity of the instant pot has many family cooks evaluating wants versus needs in the kitchen. I will be the first to say you don’t need an instant…
These habits aren’t comprehensive, and at times, some are still aspirational, but here are some helpful tips to help you become a more effective grandparent.