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Richmond Bucket List Restaurants
The restaurant scene is booming in Virginia’s capital city, and my new book, “100 Things to Do in Richmond Before You Die,” guides readers to some of the best Richmond bucket list restaurants. The Richmond Region was recently included in Essence Magazine’s list of “Best Destinations for...
What’s Booming RVA: One Day Tomorrow
Celebrate optimism and hope for a better tomorrow with events honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, the eternally optimistic red-headed “Annie,” and ten recommended habits for good citizens. Plus top short videos and films and lots of laughs. All in “What’s Booming RVA: One Day Tomorrow.”
Feeding a Picky Dog
Is something wrong if a dog won’t even eat chicken breasts? Pet advisor Cathy M. Rosenthal weighs in on feeding a picky dog, and another reader offers her psychic dog tale. My Havanese will not eat the chicken breasts I give him. I have tried about every kind of dog food. One time he will eat; the next day he won’t. The vet says don’t worry; he can go weeks without eating. I guess he is just picky. He is always begging for my food. If I give him chicken in his bowl, he doesn’t want it. What should I do?
Butterscotch Pudding for Grown-ups
What is more comforting than a cup of sweet, smooth pudding? I love them all: vanilla, chocolate, mocha and even mango. This creamy concoction of deliciousness is my vote for a winter dessert. This interpretation requires the cook to make a caramel sauce first and then blend it in with classic pudding ingredients.
Grieving a Marriage Many Years Later
Surviving life’s challenges may mean suppressing our feelings. Writer Karen Czuleger Strgacich realizes she’s grieving a marriage that ended many years ago, but she draws lessons for herself and for other women in similar situations. “I am just now grieving a marriage that ended 20 years ago.”. Anyone...
Castelrotto: A Germanic Gem in Italy’s Alps
If you can’t decide whether to visit Italy or Germany, go to Castelrotto. Travel writer Rick Steves describes the many appeals of the Alpine town in northern Italy. Life in the Italian town of Castelrotto goes on almost entirely in German; in fact, fewer than 5% of Castelrotto’s residents are native Italian speakers. Its German-speaking residents call home “Kastelruth.” Tucked away in the Dolomites, the Alps of northern Italy, it’s my favorite hideaway in the Italian “South Tirol.” This region offers Italy a strong dash of German culture.
Shemp Howard, a Forgotten Stooge
The author of “Much More Than a Stooge: Shemp Howard,” Geoff Dale, offers an overview of this lesser-known comedic actor who counts “The Three Stooges” among one of many accomplishments. To capture the essence of a Baby Boomer, one only need explore his or her inert...
Boggle and Go Birding
Exercise your mind by searching for words hidden in the Boggle cube. The more letters the better – plus bonus words to up the ante. Find as many words as you can by linking letters up, down, side-to-side, and diagonally. You may only use each letter box once within a single word. Pay special attention to the Boggle BrainBusters Bonus words! Play with a friend and compare word finds, crossing out common words. Up this week, a Boggle and go birding word challenge.
Should You Quit Drinking Soda?
Although the debate rages on about whether or not soda should be allowed in schools and major cities, one thing is for sure: Each individual can make a personal choice to limit or quit drinking soda altogether. What about you? Are you ready to kick soda to the curb for good?
Son’s SEAL Plans Worry His Parents
Parents raise their children to be independent, with worthy goals for the future, but this son’s lofty decision isn’t what these parents had in mind. Their son’s SEAL plans worry his parents, so they reach out to “Ask Amy” for advice. Dear Amy:. My wife...
More What’s Booming RVA: Jan. 4 to 11
More of What’s Booming in Richmond, Virginia, from January 4 to 11. It’s a quiet week as we recover from the holidays, but nearly a dozen book events enable you to curl up on your couch, enrobed in a blanket, book in hand, and favorite beverage by your side. Plus music, history, mead, and more.
What’s Booming RVA: Roots in Music and History
Usher in the nation’s 250th birthday commemorations with events and discussions bridging history and the future, and immerse yourself in roots music – from China to Appalachia to Mexico. All in “What’s Booming RVA: Roots in Music and History.”. Arnold’s Raid on Richmond. Jan. 4,...
Keys to Staying Healthy Over 50
Staying fit takes more effort as we age. These tips for staying healthy over 50 can help you stay on track to feel good and ward off conditions of aging. Do you want to stay healthier as you push past 50? Ward off arthritis and other conditions that come with age? Then get up and get active.
The Only Way to Make a Bloody Mary
A Bloody Mary is my favorite brunch cocktail. I’ve even been known to order them sans-alcohol, if I’m not in the mood to imbibe. While some people drink the savory, spicy cocktail for the supposed hangover remedy, I’m all in on the flavor. While I love the...
Muneco Verde: The Green Voodoo Doll
There may be a world beyond our five senses, and some unprincipled people use deceit to capitalize on that belief. While in Uruguay, Wesley Shennan learned of one such tale of deception, with a voodoo doll as the vehicle. I believe in the Spirit world. I was only four years...
Three Short Trips from Prague Offer Fascinating History
Outside of Prague are three historic Czech sites worth visiting: Konopiště Castle, Terezín, and Kutná Hora – intriguing, sobering, and dark. Rick Steves takes us there. From its colorful Old Town square to its sumptuous Art Nouveau facades, Prague offers plenty to see and do. But if you’re willing to leave the city and explore the nearby Bohemian countryside, you’ll be rewarded with extraordinary scenery, moving sights, and one very bone-chilling church.
Jumble Puzzles with Baffled Males
Play this week’s Jumble mental games and giggles. Unscramble the words and the humorous bonus answer. Start with the Jumble for Kids as a warm-up – or share the challenge with a favorite youngster. Build your brain. Mental exercises and games, like the Jumble puzzles, can expand vocabulary,...
Joyce Bulifant: Her Ups and Downs
For those who keep track of Hollywood nuptials, the title of the 2017 autobiography of Joyce Bulifant may not represent a marital world record, but it’s certainly an attention grabber. The actress, who co-starred in TV series such as “Flo” and “Mary Tyler Moore,” recounted her life and career in “My Four Hollywood Husbands.”
Elderly In-Laws Are a Problem – Or Is He?
His wonderful elderly in-laws complain that their son-in-law has no patience for them, and his wife is complaining as well. See what advice columnist Amy Dickinson says about the possible problem in this situation. Dear Amy:. My in-laws are wonderful people. They are now elderly. Their complaint over the past...
Commingled Finances Causing Marital Problems
After a late-in-life marriage, a wife has discovered that after they commingled finances, her husband began overspending – and now he is secretive about his expenses. See what Amy Dickinson advises. Dear Amy:. My husband and I got married later in life (when I was 49, he was 44)....
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