The holiday season is upon us, and we know your nights will be filled with Christmas cheer, your favorite LBD and all the popping, fizzing and clinking. And we’ve got a lineup of 8 holiday recipes to help you dress up your cocktail table with cheery, boozy bubbly you and your guests will love. Sparkling Cranberry […]
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Feeling Adventurous? Start 2016 Off on the Right Foot With a First Day Hike!
We know your NYE will be full of confetti and your fave bubbly, and we have the best way to start anew on New Year’s Day. Get in touch with your wild side (and look totally appropriate with no makeup and a messy topknot) with a First Day Hike! Started by the American Hiking Society, First […]
3 NYE Outfit Ideas to Keep Your Men on Trend
Struggling to find the perfect outfit for your NYE celebrations? Knowing where you’ll be when the ball drops is the first step to narrowing down your options, and we have the dress solutions your men need to look chic and stylish. Here are 3 ways to stay dapper and on-trend when the clock strikes midnight. 1. Formal Affair: […]
This Hearty Winter Beef Stew Will Warm Your Soul
My husband and I are huge fans of the cold weather — especially the food! There’s nothing like comforting flavors of hearty potatoes, stewed vegetables and fresh meat. While the weather outside isn’t exactly frightful, we decided to get in the holiday spirit with a tried-and-true stew recipe. This stew is perfect for a cozy […]
4 Quick Tips to Stay Fit During the Holidays
We all know how busy the holidays can be, but don’t let yourself get caught in the trap of not working out to make more time for holiday errands or events. It is a big mistake to risk losing the lean muscle mass and strength that you have worked so hard to build and maintain. Why, […]
Here’s Why Outdoor Play is the Best Way to Keep Your Kids Focused
How many times have you watched your kids become frustrated with their homework? I can certainly relate to their frustration of finding it difficult to focus on homework at the end of a long school day. Parents have long thought of outdoor play as the reward for finishing homework, but we might want to start […]
New Center for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care to Unveil Glen Campbell Art Gallery
In four weeks, Arkansans dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia will have an entirely new, innovative partner — a center in Little Rock dedicated totally to helping individuals and families deal with memory-related issues. Memory Care of Little Rock at Good Shepherd, a 44,000-square-foot, 74-bed Alzheimer’s and dementia care community on the 145-acre Good Shepherd campus […]
Get Dressed Ye Merry Gentlemen: 3 Ways to Embrace the Holiday Season
The holiday season is upon us, and with all the excitement and merriment comes seasonal events, family get-togethers and office parties. But how can a modern gent show his jolly side while still keeping his sartorial cool? Why, with festive seasonal accessories, of course! Do not fear, though – I’m not suggesting you sport a […]
Boot Camp: 3 Things You Need to Know about Men’s Boots
The weather is getting colder and wetter everyday – it’s high time to protect your ankles from the biting wind and soaking slush by strapping on a rugged pair of boots. Boots don’t have to be clumsy and ugly; you can make the right pair of boots work whether you’re dressing for a causal, business […]
I’m Walking Across Spain!
“You’re doing what?” I could only imagine the shocked reaction my family would have to my announcement that I was going to walk across Spain. It was October 2014, and I had finally decided to fulfill my long-held dream to walk the legendary Camino de Santiago. Also known as the Way of St. James, the […]
Travel Planning: Advice from My Daughter
Though I love to travel and enjoy the adventure, I must admit that I am not fond of the challenges that can pop up when making the arrangements. It was my 8-year-old daughter, Allie, who had the answer that I needed to solve my dilemma. I was preparing for my pilgrimage on the Camino de […]
3 Fixes for Your Dry Weather Hair
We are experiencing what I like to call transitional weather — the time when the weather does’t know what to do until winter. There is less moisture in the air due to our cool mornings, warm afternoons and cold evenings. This type of atmosphere confuses our hair and it begins to beg for more attention. With […]