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Help Your Dog Understand Their Walk

“Taking a walk is great for their health and yours.”  ——- Using a leash for walking your dog is required by law in many towns and cities. Leashing also helps prevent your little boy or girl from trespassing on neighbor’s property and keeps them from jumping on people or other animals. If you have ever […]

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The Big Game!

“Super Bowl 59 is this Sunday.”  ——-   The American Football season will soon culminate in the game of all games  with the 59th Super Bowl.  It may surprise many but the first Super Bowl was not even a sell out.  Here is a quick look back. Bart Starr vs. Len Dawson and $12 Tickets!  […]

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Social Media for Couples Over 50

“More baby boomers are now active.”  ——- Social media has been recently in the news with the potential sale of TikTok  which is predominantly a platform for the young but social media crosses all ages groups. Platforms such as Instagram and Facebook are often associated with people born in the 21st century. However, a recent […]

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Tips for Adopting a Dog

“Most breeds have a local rescue group.”  ——- Pet adoption rates soared during the COVID-19 pandemic. The desire to adopt was so significant that animal shelters around the country nearly emptied. According to Dr. Elizabeth Berliner, an associate clinical professor and the director of the Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program at Cornell University, as many as […]

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Tips to Avoid Pickleball Injuries

“Pickleball continues to grow.”  ——- Pickleball has inspired millions of devotees. According to the Association of Pickleball Professionals, roughly 36.5 million individuals played pickleball in 2024, and 45 percent of players who participated in a YouGov study conducted between August 2021 and August 2024 indicated they planned to play more pickleball in the coming six […]

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Walking for Enjoyment & Health

“Walking provides a host of benefits for mind & health.”  ——- Individuals looking for a way to incorporate exercise into their lives need look no further than their own feet. Walking offers numerous health benefits to people of all ages, and it’s particularly beneficial to fitness novices. Walking can facilitate a transition between inactivity and […]

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What to Know About the 2024-25 College Football Playoffs

“January 20, 2025 is the Championship Game.”  ——- The college football landscape has changed dramatically in recent years. Conference realignments and name, image and likeness (NIL) deals have transformed a sport once steeped in tradition into something far less recognizable. College football fans know that the changes have not affected the excitement on the field, […]

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Finding the Perfect Pet Sitter!

by Candace Smith The Etiquette Blog Candace Smith Etiquette “Travel is a big part of the holidays”  ——- Hiring a pet sitter is a given in our busy world.  As devoted as you are to your pet, leaving them overnight will be necessary at some point.  Are you prepared? Finding the Right Person Some occasions […]

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Boxing Day 2024

“An official holiday since 1871.”   ——- Many people may get their fill of boxes on Christmas Day. However, people living in certain countries, including Canada, know that there may be some more boxes in store on the day after Christmas as well. Boxing Day is an annual holiday celebrated in Canada on December 26. Canadians […]

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History of Christmas Lights

“Holiday light bulbs since 1882.”  ——-  Lights on a Christmas tree may seem like a relatively recent phenomenon, but people who can’t wait to deck the halls each December may be surprised to learn that this beloved tradition dates all the way back to the late nineteenth century. Edward Johnson, a friend and colleague of […]

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