A Guest Column by Jim Domanski Do you know why the majority of sales reps do not ask for referrals on a consistent basis? They’re cowards. They fear rejection or they worry that they’ll be seen as too pushy or aggressive or they ...
continue »"The Golden Shore: California's Love Affair With the Sea" by David Helvarg; Thomas Dunne Books ($27.99) Like many California transplants, David Helvarg has repeatedly reinvented himself. He's been a freelance journalist, a television ...
continue »Do you need a little help in getting yourself up off the couch to exercise? We all know that exercise can help reduce the risk of many diseases, including heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and stroke. Staying fit can also reduce your ...
continue »My friend Madelyn sends me periodic requests to address her issue of late night snacking. Wonders if this habit may hinder her efforts to lose weight. Indeed it may, say researchers. And they blame it on our circadian rhythm -- our "internal ...
continue »One of the best parts of the summer for me is hitting the lake with family and friends. I love relaxing on the water and feeling the sun on my skin. What I don't love is jumping through hurdles to find the safest sunscreen among all the different ...
continue »ON THE SHELF: BOOK COVERS UPHOLSTERY BASICS Whether you just want to re-cover a drop-in seat or reupholster an entire chair, Hannah Stanton's "Style, Stitch, Staple" can help you through the process. The basic upholstery guide covers the skills...
continue »Do you wonder how to instill mental and emotional well-being into your offspring? After all, too many kids are experiencing depression and sadness. If you can teach them to focus on conquering their own outlook on life, this gives them a better ...
continue »Q: I have been divorced for several years. My ex rarely interacts with our son, who is now 9. My son and I have recently hit some hard times and we are living with my mother. I have been thinking about dating a man I have known for 20 years. His ...
continue »Kali has developed reddish purple spots all over her body. The 2-year-old Maltese appears fine in other respects, according to the lap dog's owner. Betty is describing what sounds like petechia. These small reddish to purple spots actually ...
continue »Observe the care with which the American backyard grill jockey shifts and turns that New York strip over that 2,000-degree gas flame to give it the perfect crosshatch of grill marks, and you'll sense there's something primal going on. Like a ...
continue »Make this quick Roasted Chicken Pasta Salad and enjoy a family meal at home. It uses only one pot, won't heat up your kitchen and takes only 20 minutes to make. I use a purchased rotisserie chicken breast for the salad. It is cooked on the bone ...
continue »VOICES OF FAITH: DOES GOD SHINE A LIGHT ON SOME MORE THAN OTHERS? USE WHAT LIGHT WE HAVE FOR GOOD The Rev. Holly McKissick, Peace Christian Church, Kansas City, Mo.: I keep thinking of Susie. Beautiful. Bright. Amazing. And taken from her ...
continue »Q. I have an Onkyo TX- SR502 receiver and want to get the lossless audio from my Blu-ray player. Do I need a player that can output via non-HDMI audio cables in order to get the best sound? Would I be better off ditching the old Onkyo for a ...
continue »ALEXANDRIA, Va. (UPI) -- Online store Amazon.com said Alexandria, Va., topped its annual list of the Most Well-Read Cities in America. The website said its third annual list, compiled using sales of both print and Kindle editions of all books, ...
continue »With multiple national parks, a serious ski scene and mountains galore, Utah has a wealth of experiences to offer nature-loving travelers. Just ask Erika Wiggins of the outdoor travel web site, The Active Explorer. An avid hiker and caver, Wiggins...
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