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Usually it isn't until you need something that you realize you don't have it, and, in keeping with the laws of the universe, cold weather is no exception. When issues arise, one is often faced with making a trip to the store in uncomfortable or impassible conditions, or ordering online, knowing the weather will probably change before the item arrives. Whether it's a drastic temperature plunge, power outage or just uneven heating in the house, one such moment may come when the...
The shopping and planning may have been going on for months, or perhaps it has crept up like an afterthought-turned-emergency, but, prepared or not, Christmas is one week away. Yep, this time next week the kids will be bouncing off the walls, anticipation and excitement radiating from them in budding supernova style as they try to make it through that final 24-hour stretch that stands between them and piles of presents. They really have no idea how much effort goes into...
It’s only natural to look to the sky every now and then, expecting little white flakes to drift through the air — especially when one is greeted with twinkling lights and jolly holiday tunes at every turn. The reality that Christmas is just three weeks away is inescapable, yet even with the drop in temperatures in the last couple of weeks, most days are still in the 50s and sunny. There have, however, been a couple of tell-tale signs lately that winter is tiptoeing into the...
Three days ago it was mouthwatering, but as the sun dawns on a refrigerator full of the same leftovers, the luster is fading a tad and the thought of a year till the next turkey doesn't sound so bad. Meanwhile the clock is ticking and today and Sunday are defining moments — either stuff more leftovers down your gullet, or get creative to avoid committing catastrophic waste. Some folks have a plan for all that grub — an annual post-Thanksgiving ritual of stews, potpies and othe...
Ushered in by a crisp tinge in the air and colorful leaves collecting on the ground, turkey day is so close, you can practically smell it already — and in a few short days thou shall be fat, sleepy and flush with leftovers. Almost four hundred years ago (five-shy of that, to be precise), the colonists hosted the first Thanksgiving, a celebration of gratitude for their survival and for success in their inaugural corn harvest as inhabitants of the new world. That three-day f...
Ushered in by a crisp tinge in the air and colorful leaves collecting on the ground, turkey day is so close, you can practically smell it already — and in a few short days thou shall be fat, sleepy and flush with leftovers. Almost four hundred years ago (five-shy of that, to be precise), the colonists hosted the first Thanksgiving, a celebration of gratitude for their survival and for success in their In search of ponies inaugural corn harvest as inhabitants of the new w... Full story
Ushered in by a crisp tinge in the air and colorful leaves collecting on the ground, turkey day is so close, you can practically smell it already — and in a few short days thou shall be fat, sleepy and flush with leftovers. In search of ponies Almost four hundred years ago (five-shy of that, to be precise), the colonists hosted the first Thanksgiving, a celebration of gratitude for their survival and for success in their inaugural corn harvest as inhabitants of the new w... Full story
Desperate to get outside for some relief, the pooch may sit in front of the door with his head slightly tilted and cast the most pitiful eyes your direction. Likewise, somewhere near the dinner table at any given time, there is quite probably a set of liquid brown eyes waiting to be noticed, and, acknowledged with food offerings. In search of ponies A silent communication tool, in recent years, the eyes have received a large amount of attention, particularly when it comes to...
Desperate to get outside for some relief, the pooch may sit in front of the door with his head slightly tilted and cast the most pitiful eyes your direction. Likewise, somewhere near the dinner table at any given time, there is quite probably a set of liquid brown eyes waiting to be noticed, and, acknowledged with food offerings. In search of ponies A silent communication tool, in recent years, the eyes have received a large amount of attention, particularly when it comes to...
Going jacket-free most days, the bright sunshine and warm temperatures lingering long past their time make it hard to conceive of, but the calendar confirms it nonetheless — fall is in full swing. Not only is it fall, the month of November means there are lots of changes and busy, busy days ahead. In search of ponies For starters, there’s the responsibility of choosing a new president, and of course we are getting an extra hour of sleep (reminder: change clocks Sunday), gra...
Going jacket-free most days, the bright sunshine and warm temperatures lingering long past their time make it hard to conceive of, but the calendar confirms it nonetheless — fall is in full swing. Not only is it fall, the month of November means there are lots of changes and busy, busy days ahead. In search of ponies For starters, there’s the responsibility of choosing a new president, and of course we are getting an extra hour of sleep (reminder: change clocks Sunday), gra...
The next couple of days will be transformative for many folks as they put the final touches on their soon-to-be new and fun identities and turn their yards and homes into displays of creepy or terrifying imagination. In search of ponies If lucky, costumes will survive the weekend and make it to Monday, durability tested by the exuberance of children anxious to show off the frilly glittered skirts and studded tiara of their favorite princess or cape and mask of the best...
The next couple of days will be transformative for many folks as they put the final touches on their soon-to-be new and fun identities and turn their yards and homes into displays of creepy or terrifying imagination. If lucky, costumes will survive the weekend and make it to Monday, durability tested by the exuberance of children anxious to show off the frilly glittered skirts and studded tiara of their favorite princess or cape and mask of the best superhero of all time. In...
The connection between children and animals can be nothing short of magical — be it their lack of programmed perspectives, their pure, uninhibited approach to life or their inability to see differences, focusing instead on what they have in common — kids and critters can relate on a visceral level that bridges the human-animal divide. This easy relationship lends itself well to the addition of pets in childhood, and children enjoy the company of their animal friends, oft...
The connection between children and animals can be nothing short of magical — be it their lack of programmed perspectives, their pure, uninhibited approach to life or their inability to see differences, focusing instead on what they have in common — kids and critters can relate on a visceral level that bridges the human-animal divide. This easy relationship lends itself well to the addition of pets in childhood, and children enjoy the company of their animal friends, oft...
Maybe it’s the short or near absent attention span, the frenzied activity level that never seems to taper, an inability to listen, follow or retain instructions or exert any self control even in the face of negative consequences. No matter how much you love them, dote on, train or correct them, they jump on people, tear around the house like it’s a race track, ping impulsively from one thing to another, feverishly destroy toys, important possessions or even the house its...
Maybe it’s the short or near absent attention span, the frenzied activity level that never seems to taper, an inability to listen, follow or retain instructions or exert any self control even in the face of negative consequences. No matter how much you love them, dote on, train or correct them, they jump on people, tear around the house like it’s a race track, ping impulsively from one thing to another, In search of ponies feverishly destroy toys, important possessions or eve...
One of the first indicators of easy livin’ is food – good food and lots of it means you’ve crossed a precipice of sorts, transitioning from rudimentary survival to steady comfort. In the human world, affluence and success are often measured by material possessions and the ease with which one is able to move through life and so it’s natural that one of the In search of ponies often-overlooked components is the quantity, quality and availability of food that accompanies success...
One of the first indicators of easy livin’ is food – good food and lots of it means you’ve crossed a precipice of sorts, transitioning from rudimentary survival to steady comfort. In the human world, affluence and success are often measured by material possessions and the ease with which one is able to move through life and so it’s natural that one of the often-overlooked components is the quantity, quality and availability of food that accompanies success — at least for...
Quite frankly, theirs is not a welcome sight — drifting in the air overhead, circling attentively, large wings outstretched and eyes trained on the ground below. Lore and common perception would indicate some unfortunate creature lies below, struggling to take its last breaths as they cruise around, waiting to pick the bones clean, and no matter the truth of things, that tends to be the first thing to come to mind when the buzzards flock in. In search of ponies Reality is, h...
Quite frankly, theirs is not a welcome sight — drifting in the air overhead, circling attentively, large wings outstretched and eyes trained on the ground below. In search of ponies Lore and common perception would indicate some unfortunate creature lies below, struggling to take its last breaths as they cruise around, waiting to pick the bones clean, and no matter the truth of things, that tends to be the first thing to come to mind when the buzzards flock in. Reality is, h...
The relationship between pets and their people can sometimes feel a little one-sided considering it is the two-legged animal that ends up doing most of the work and investing all the money. Indeed, maintaining a good feeding schedule, taking them for walks or changing litter boxes, cleaning cages, making sure they stay well-groomed, In search of ponies scheduling, making it to and paying for vet visits are just the basics. In exchange, critters show love and adoration,...
The relationship between pets and their people can sometimes feel a little one-sided considering it is the two-legged animal that ends up doing most of the work and investing all the money. In search of ponies Indeed, maintaining a good feeding schedule, taking them for walks or changing litter boxes, cleaning cages, making sure they stay well-groomed, scheduling, making it to and paying for vet visits are just the basics. In exchange, critters show love and adoration,... Full story
With the passing of each day, it’s easy to be bogged down by the routines and inconveniences, forget how fleeting the moments really are and how fast the time truly passes — and all too often it is only in retrospect that we realize just how little time we actually have with our critters. Alas, they have such short life spans in comparison to ours and next to the human potential of multiple decades; the typical pet gets a little more than In search of ponies one, maybe two... Full story
With the passing of each day, it’s easy to be bogged down by the routines and inconveniences, forget how fleeting the moments really are and how fast the time truly passes — and all too often it is only in retrospect that we realize just how little time we actually have with our critters. In search of ponies Alas, they have such short life spans in comparison to ours and next to the human potential of multiple decades; the typical pet gets a little more than one, maybe two...
