When I grew up my grandparents had an enclosed porch. We spent a lot of time there. Of course, it was only available during the summer months. I loved that porch. The bugs did not bother. The windows were open as long it was good weather. I used to play on that porch. My cousin and I had our ...

The skin I’m in is showing signs of neglect. My factory-issued pelt has kept me together so far, but I think I need to spend some time and money to ensure that it remains in one piece. Naively, I was never one of those smart women who were attentive to the softness or the suppleness of their ...

I truly regret having to write this. I really do. Especially given the wonderful job PennDOT did with the Hickory Street Bridge Project. But now, regrettably, we are at the other end of the scale with the despoilment of the intersection at Market Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. Driving by the ...

Editor’s note: This saint series will feature a saint and how he or she is a meaningful example for us today. St. Stephen one who helps ‘faithful’ Pope Francis wrote that “the saints help all the faithful” for “their lives are concrete proof that it is possible to put the ...

A friend suggested that we go to Aggieland. It is an animal preserve with all types of animals. There is an area to ride through and a walking area. We enjoyed both of them. We purchased cups of food for the animals in the ride-in area. Our first encounter was with the camels. They were ...

Last week’s 80-degree temperatures accelerated pet shedding and suddenly Richard and I are ankle-deep in Finian fur. Finian is our Maine Coon cat. The breed is known for their splendid good looks, their large size and massive amounts of long, thick fur. The sloughing season has ...