When Andra Olney-Larson attends meetings with other members of the funeral director associations that represent the tri-state community, she admits, she’s not always what they’re expecting. With her petite stature, jet black hair and wispy cat eye lashes, she offers a different perspective to what many might have come to anticipate from end-of-life providers. “I...
Home decor’s got a split personality this year: Call it “city glow” and “cottage flow.” At the two international design fairs that I attended — Maison et Objet in France, Ambiente in Germany — acres of exhibition booths were full of Art Deco furnishings, island-vibe rattan seating and lighting and lots of emphasis on sustainably...
Spring of 2020 marked the beginning of my battle with psychosis that would last for three years and include two involuntary trips to the psych ward via a cop car, followed by months of inpatient treatment. However, I wasn’t the only American afflicted with pandemic mental trauma. I was one of millions struggling with the...
School is out, the days are long and the temperature is rising. For a safer, healthier summer, follow these American Medical Association recommendations: 1. Wear sunscreen. Look for a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30. Also, no sunscreen is waterproof. If you’re splashing in a pool or sweating in the summer sun, you’ll need...
Hormone imbalances are increasingly prevalent among women, with conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothyroidism and menopause-related shifts impacting millions. Approximately one in 10 women in the U.S. face PCOS, while thyroid disorders affect women at rates five to eight times higher than men. These imbalances disrupt hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, insulin and cortisol, leading...
You always can have confidence in Caesar salad, no matter the situation. It finds a way to shine whether you need it to step in as the main dish or take a back seat as a side. Refreshing yet hearty and satisfying, its complex umami flavors are balanced perfectly with bright, citrusy notes. And then,...
Nashville is renowned for its music scene. Known as the country music capital of the world, it’s home to the Grand Ole Opry. But we also love the Tennessee city’s eponymous sweet and spicy fried chicken sandwich, which is said to have originated in the 1930s at Prince’s Hot Chicken Shack. Brined in pickled juice,...
When I want a small meal of bold flavors, I turn to beans. Versatile, easy and delicious, they make a fabulous summer salad or, on chilly nights, a glorious soup. I like to keep local beans from the farmers markets in my summer pantry. They’ve been recently harvested and they cook more quickly than those...
Whether it’s a once-in-a-lifetime tour of Europe or your annual trip to a beach house, intentionally budgeting for summer vacation can ensure you don’t throw your finances off course. According to certified financial planning professionals, here’s how to plan your vacation without breaking the bank: Be realistic about expenses. It’s important to budget for the...
