Treasure hunt story lives on long after author’s death
The man who started it all is dead. Byron Preiss died in 2005, two decades after he engineered a multi-city treasure hunt with puzzles provided in his…
Month: March 2024
The standard deduction is higher for people over 65
Did you know? The standard deduction is higher for people over 65 The standard deduction reduces your taxes a lot. For people over 65, there is an added…
Studies: Vitamins may slow memory loss
Three new studies suggest that taking a daily multivitamin may slow memory loss in older adults. Over a period of two years, the studies compared the…
A happy retirement is more than a hobby
Everybody talks about retirement, but they only focus on the financial part. There’s more to it than that. One of the most important features of…
Meet the Winterkeeper: 50 years in Yellowstone
In the deep winter, when bones ache with cold, few want to spend their days in the snowy wilderness. But for more than 50 years, that is exactly what…
How to get an early start for your garden
While snow may still swirl in many locations, it’s time to think about the blooms of spring, the veggies of summer, and the harvest of fall. March is the…
Home speakers that complement your decor
Surround sound can be great, but let’s face it: Quality speakers can be hideous. But they don’t have to be anymore, thanks to technology and manufacturing…
Fun Easter activity
You can make the kids’ Easter baskets more meaningful with an Easter egg time capsule. Have each child write a short note to themselves — you can help…
Easy steps to better health
Here are some easy steps that can make a big difference in your weight and fitness level. Eat together at the table. People consume more when eating in…
How St. Patrick’s Day became global
The story of how St. Patrick’s Day became a global celebration is as curious as how Patrick himself became Ireland’s foremost saint. The man who would…