What you didn’t know about the bubbly
Around the holidays, many people love pulling out the Champagne and toasting to just about anything! There are also quite a few drinkers who...
5 Tips homeowners need this winter to prevent unnecessary costs
A drop in temperature and an increase in precipitation like rain, sleet or snow can make winter costly at home.
Between turning up your heat...
We love…poetry by Khephra Burns
Profile: A case of mistaken identity
You thought you was American
born and bred, wholesome as
apple pie and America’s
favorite pastime.
You stand for God Bless America
in the...
Dionne Warwick is still Solid Gold!
Dionne Warwick is a vocal virtuoso whose career longevity can be attributed to an unwavering path built on a body of music that one...
We remember “Sassy” Ms. Sarah Vaughan
I had never been introduced to the free and soulful musical genre of jazz until my neighbor Miss Boots played Misty sung by the...
Why the flu shot can’t give you the flu!
Flu vaccination prevents millions of flu-related illnesses and deaths annually, but vaccination rates are low for many reasons. African American vaccination rates are even lower....
Remembering author Toni Morrison—A special celebration of life
When it comes to being one's authentic self, to answer the call within by continuing the work of moving humanity forward through the accomplishments...
What happens to a marriage when a spouse becomes ill?
The well spouse can go from being a partner and a lover to a nurse and a caregiver, which is an entirely different kind of relationship.
Tips to support Alzheimer’s caregivers during the holidays
More than 16 million family members and friends are serving as Alzheimer’s caregivers in the U.S. As families approach the holiday season, there are...
Visiting family over the holidays? Road trip tips for seniors
When thinking about road trips, you might envision college kids heading on adventures, but seasoned adults take road trips, too, according to a recent...
Great grooming gift sets for ladies and gents
It's easy to feel a little overwhelmed about what to buy loved ones this time of year. Grooming gifts are always welcomed! As a...
Goodbye chapped lips!
As we age, our lips tend to lose plumpness, vitality and even the amount of red that appears on them. Our lips also lose...