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…
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…
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…
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…
“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…
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…
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…
The holiday season is here, and with it comes lots of opportunities to indulge at parties and family gatherings. While you can’t always control what’s on the buffet over Christmas, you can control what you eat at work. Here are some tips for eating healthy at work throughout the holidays. 1. Bring your lunch: While this…
Each Thanksgiving, families celebrate togetherness, home-cooked food and family time, but research suggests we should continue the Thanksgiving tradition on a regular basis. With a little planning, our treasured family time can become a daily event, said Rosemary Rodibaugh, professor-nutrition with the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. In an effort to encourage families to…
Are you a farm-to-table lover? Chef Shuttle and the Grass Roots Co-Op just announced a new feature that combines the freshest Arkansas pasture-raised meats and the luxuries of online ordering into a monthly Herds-to-Homes delivery service that will be your favorite gift that keeps on giving. Customers can visit grassrootsdelivered.com to select a carefully curated 12-pound box…
