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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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Prolong the Life of Your Poinsettias

Proper care tips.  ——- With proper care poinsettia plants can continue to thrive and bring warmth and beauty to a home long after the holiday decorations have been tucked away. Poinsettias and their rich red, white or variegated color schemes are the ideal backdrop for Christmas celebrations. In fact, poinsettias are among the most popular […]

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Foods of the First Feast

Traditional meals & historic noteworthy facts.  ——- A Feast of Celebration  Thanksgiving is celebrated each November in the United States and each October in Canada. People traditionally gather around the dinner table flanked by friends and extended members of their families to give thanks for the blessings they enjoyed throughout the year as they dig […]

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Maximize Your Outdoor Space for Holidays

A few entertaining ideas.  ——- The holiday season comes at a time when the weather can be anywhere from cool to frigid. But even if the weather outside is somewhat frightful, holiday entertaining in outdoor spaces can still be delightful. Making the most of outdoor spaces during the holidays and the rest of the winter […]

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A Fun Look at the Origins of Video Games

A quick look back.  ——- The worldwide gaming market is a multi-billion dollar industry. Statista reports that revenue from video games was estimated at almost $347 billion US in 2023, and the mobile gaming market generated an estimated $248 billion US of that total. While digital games like “Call of Duty” and “The Legend of […]

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Know Your “Jack-O’-Lantern”

Time for pumpkin carving.  ——- The toothy grins of jack-o’-lanterns are as much a part of Halloween as candy corn and costumes. Even though these carved pumpkins have become synonymous with Halloween, the festive gourds weren’t always tied to the October holiday. The history behind jack-o’-lanterns is not entirely known and there are multiple origin […]

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