The holidays, as well as birthdays and other celebrations, are often difficult for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one, particularly during…
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Author: Deborah Bailey
Is He?
By The Reverend Mrs. Silence DoGood Dear Editor, How do you evaluate a smile? Does it mean happy to see you? Or does it mean…
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Celebrate the Holidays with Special Centerpieces
Few things bring family and friends together quite like the holidays, and serving up an elegant, seasonal meal centered around a mouthwatering main dish is…
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A FARM ANIMALS’ CHRISTMAS ON SHORT LIST FOR AWARD
Local businesswomen, and authors, Stephanie Matolyak and Deborah Bailey recently were notified by Chanticleer International Books that their children’s book, A Farm Animals’ Christmas: No…
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Staying Fire Safe in a Hotel
The kids are excited. It’s time for the long awaited trip to Grandma’s town. Or maybe it’s that meeting or conference in an exotic city. …
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Looking for Local Burners
By LA Guzda I recently attended a festival located in Wayne County along with friends from my Burning Man camp, Mirage Garage. It was very…
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4 Tips to Prepare a Pet-Friendly Fire Safety Plan
After more than a year of nearly constant companionship, many pet parents are preparing to leave their pets at home while they transition back to…
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Take Stock & Stocking Up
By Bill Deaton If you are a hunter, well, November is probably your prime-time. Small game, bear, and rifle season for deer dominate the calendar.…
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And Then There Was Music
By The Reverend Mrs. Silence DoGood Dear Editor, My Grandmother Lula was my mother’s mother. She was a great cook. I looked forward to going…
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10 Reasons I’m Thankful for Thankfulness
Thanksgiving is inspiring, isn’t it? There’s something about this particular holiday that causes us to reflect on what’s really important and brings a fresh perspective…
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