Cabin Fever Workouts: When winter makes you stay home
Let’s face it: winter can be long when you’re in a cold-weather location, and the gym gets old after awhile. When you can’t get outside, sometimes it…
Author: Rick Good
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader's money, real estate, and business coverage.
Is college worth the cost to you?
College gives young people more than a degree. It is also offers critical thinking skills while forcing young people to manage independent living. But is…
College without debt: It’s possible
Today, the average cost for one year of college ranges from $22,000 at an in-state university to $47,000 at a private college. If you’re taking out…
When negative thoughts constantly intrude, take action
People tend to be their own worst critics, but when negativity constantly dominate thoughts it is time to take some action. Here are what psychologists…
Winter crow conventions cause controversy, sometimes fun
In the summer or fall you might see a few circling and diving: Caw! Caw! Caw! Bark! Bark! Bark! That bark part is only if they are teasing a dog. But in…
Choose self-help books carefully
With self-improvement now a $10 billion annual industry and nearly half a million self-help books on the market, how do you select a book that will help,…
Tips for safely bathing an infant
Infants need complete supervision while bathing, experts say. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the adult should never leave the bathroom…
Revival stories, fantasy and true adventure highlight children’s books
Parents headed to the local bookstore or library with their children will likely see a few new themes on the shelves along with the return of a few old…
Concussion danger
Young athletes are at an increased risk of concussion, according to studies at the US National Library of Medicine. According to the research,…
How to make baby food
Making your own baby food is a great way to have more control over what your child is eating and it doesn’t have to be expensive, according to What to…