It's no secret that the elder support system in the United States leaves a lot to be desired. But it really hits home when you and/or someone you love has to deal with it... More >>

Here are some quick tips to save time and energy by changing your habits... More >>

Lately there has been much wailing and gnashing of teeth about this year's crop of college graduates and the tough time they will have finding decent jobs. Yet the commencement speeches today's graduates hear at their ceremonies don't talk about any of that. Instead they are being told to "follow their stars," "make the world a better place," and so forth. Here's the speech I would love to give if given the opportunity... More >>

I expected 'Brave' to be a tough, girl power film, and it is. What I didn't expect is for 'Brave' to go so far as to be anti-male and anti-marriage to push its feminist message. More >>

If it weren't for the great soundtrack and fresh twist on the songs, I wouldn't recommend this movie at all... More >>

Every year around this time, we say good-bye to winter by "spring cleaning" our homes. But what about your skin? In the spring, I am most often asked what is the best thing to do for dry skin. Most people don't realize that for the last several months, your skin has been cooped up and damaged by exposure to the drying effects of winter. Don't worry - I have a few simple steps to help you refresh and renew your healthy skin. More >>

During summer, refreshment is key and the cooler your choices the better. However, beverages are often loaded with calories from added sweeteners. Easy homemade variations are packed with flavor and often cost less to prepare than the pricey competition. Some simply super sips that follow include a vitamin C-packed fresh citrus juice soda, a green tea-fresh herb cooler and a sugar-free root beer float with a surprise straw. More >>

I had the honor of speaking...on two topics of great interest to eBay sellers and e-merchants generally: (1) The 'Legal and Tax Aspects of Your Business on eBay'; and (2) 'Answers to the Most Common Business Questions When Selling on eBay.' ...Here are some 'cutting-edge' tax issues facing eBay sellers today... More >>

Running away with the circus and many more adventures have the 'Madagascar' friends shrieking, soaring, and train hopping across Europe, their third continent in as many movies. More >>

When grilling is on the menu for Father's Day, many families report that Dad still prefers to be king of the cooks rather than get waited on hand and foot. If your father is such a nice guy that he still wants to grill the grub for the whole group, consider taking some of the heat off of him by offering to be his sous chef (second in command in the culinary world) and assemble some sassy sides. More >>