With little ones off to school again, parents are back to the struggle of finding something quick to put into the lunch box every day. Here are four quick ideas for variety that go beyond the sandwich. (Great for parents’ lunch boxes, too!) l Cold pasta with just about anything: tomatoes, black olives, marinated artichoke hearts, chicken, etc. Add a dash of olive oil to moisten. l Pita pockets with tuna, egg, or chicken salad. Toss in sliced or diced cucumbers and... [read more]

Today, the population of the world is about 7.4 billion. By 2050, the UN predicts it will be 9 billion. What does that mean for the future of housing... and how might that affect you? One thing is for certain: New homes will not be built at nearly the same rate as population growth. We will have to make smarter use of what we have, and rethink the space and resources we need. For instance, consider household size. In the early 1900's, 5-person households were normal. Today, 1-person... [read more]

#7. “Well, how ‘bout that? I’m lost! Looks like we’ll have to stop and ask for directions.” #6. “I noticed that all your friends have a certain hostile attitude. I like that.” #5. “Here’s a credit card and the keys to my new car. Go crazy!!!” #4. “Your Mother and I are going away for the weekend. You might want to consider throwing a party.” #3. “Well, I don’t know what’s wrong with your car.... [read more]

Numerous studies have shown a positive impact on your health by following a fasting diet. Impacts of fasting include the reduction of chronic disease risk, longevity, and weight loss. Contrary to first impressions that fasting will leave you hungry, most people report that fasting actually takes their food cravings away. Fasting is not a "one-size-fits-all" approach, and success often means trying different models. Here are three approaches to try:   Sleep Fasting. To... [read more]

An old lady had a hearing-aid fitted, hidden underneath her hair. A week later she returned to the doctor for her check-up. "It's wonderful - I can hear everything now," she reported very happily to the doctor. "And is your family pleased, too?" asked the doctor. "Oh I haven't told them yet," said the old lady, "And I've changed my will twice already." [read more]