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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)....
More What’s Booming RVA: Dec. 28 to Jan. 4
More of What’s Booming in Richmond, Virginia, December 28, 2023, to January 4, 2024. Enjoy a quiet recovery week with these events curated for Boomer readers. Music, Kwanzaa festivities, history, and outdoor therapy. Boomer Top 5 picks in RVA, browse the week ahead below, or go to our. updated...
Boggle BrainBusters: A Watery Puzzle
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, Boggle presents a watery puzzle challenge.
5 Life Advice Tips for Those Over 50
These five tips for those over 50 can help you be healthier and happier as the years tick by. Hitting the milestone of turning 50 comes with many benefits. For one, your days of worrying about acne breakouts are largely behind you and allergies can be much less severe, experts say.
Mother Wants Grandkids
A daughter is upset because her mother has been pressuring her to have kids. See what Amy Dickinson advises when a mother wants grandkids and makes it known. My husband and I have been married for several years. We’re really happy, with successful careers, a house we enjoy, and two dogs we love.
More What’s Booming RVA: December 21 to 28
Take in a few more Christmas-focused events before the big day, at your house of worship or with family and friends, or perhaps simply a day to unwind. Then we’re almost back to normal. Whatever that is! More of What’s Booming in Richmond, Virginia, December 21 to 28.
What’s Booming RVA: Your Favorite Things
We borrowed our headline from the creative marketing minds behind the Science Museum of Virginia’s week of favorite things, but it’s clever, and apt. Boomer presents a long-time favorite Richmond singer, a beloved Christmas story (presented in a distinctive manner), a funny take on classic Sherlock Holmes, and small-town caroling. All in “What’s Booming RVA: Your Favorite Things.”
An Obituary for Karaoke
Anxious for the “I don’t know how to sing but I’ll pretend I do” trend to finally fade, humorist Greg Schwem presents an obituary for karaoke in this week’s Humor Hotel. That felt good to write. Newspaper obituary writers, we know you occasionally craft “advancers”...
How Horseback Vacations Can Help You Explore the World Like Never Before
Traveling is all about discovering new places, trying new food, meeting new people, and creating unforgettable experiences. And while there are countless ways to explore the world, few can match the heart-pumping rush and soul-enriching experience of a horseback vacation. Whether you choose to ride through the grasslands of Africa, trek across the rugged mountains of South America, or explore the vast wilderness of Canada, a horseback vacation can take you on an unforgettable adventure unlike any other. In this blog post, we’ll explore why horseback vacations are gaining in popularity and what you can expect from this unique way of exploring the world.
Healthy Homemade Breakfast Bowl
This hearty quinoa breakfast bowl is topped with sliced almonds, bananas, and almond butter, but you can easily mix and match toppings. For a drizzled look, warm the almond butter slightly in the microwave before topping each bowl. Cinnamon-Quinoa Breakfast Bowl. Serves 4. Active Time: 10 minutes. Total Time: 20...
Princess Diana: A Defiant Kindness
Her actions in life, the lessons her sons took from their time with her, and the play “Casey and Diana” demonstrate the compassion and the defiant kindness of Princess Diana. A couple of months ago, I went to see a very moving play, “Casey and Diana.” It was...
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