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Aug 4, 20211 min read
When mild frustration is a good thing
Hassles and setbacks are a part of life. We get stuck in traffic, the item we want is backordered, we forget to set a timer and burn...
Aug 4, 20211 min read
The art of hanging art
Hanging art can be a hassle, and if not done properly, it can look distracting in a space. Some tips to make the most out of wall decor:...
Aug 4, 20211 min read
Fun facts about orthodontia
It’s Greek to all of us: “ortho” means to straighten or correct, and “dont” means tooth. Literally, orthodontics is to straighten teeth....
Aug 4, 20211 min read
Astigmatism or a stigmatism?
Let’s clear this up You’ve likely heard of this term when it comes to eye health, but perhaps its meaning is a bit fuzzy. First things...
Aug 4, 20213 min read
Lets Talk Health Q & A
Have a question you forgot to discuss at the doctor’s office or are too embarrassed to ask? The experts at Samaritan Health Services are...
Aug 4, 20211 min read
When it’s too hot to cook
On sweltering summer days, the last thing you want to do is add more heat to the house by turning on the oven. The Co-op Kitchen offers a...
Jun 2, 20212 min read
Lets Talk Health Q & A
Have a question you forgot to discuss at the doctor’s office or are too embarrassed to ask? The experts at Samaritan Health Services are...
Jun 2, 20211 min read
Thumbs, fingers and pacifiers
Sucking on thumbs, fingers or pacifiers is normal for infants and young children, and most kids will stop on their own. We advise parents...
Jun 2, 20211 min read
Optometrist vs. Ophthalmologist
What’s the difference between them, and when do you need one — or both? Let’s start with the similarities: both optometrists and...
Jun 1, 20211 min read
Better ways to stay bug-free and burn-free
Summer is here, and it’s time to hit the road for a family vacation. While you’re out and about, you’ll likely have masks and social...
Jun 1, 20211 min read
Can pets get sunburned?
Our pets’ skin is susceptible to sunburn, just like ours. Dark pigmented animals less often suffer sunburn, but any light-colored areas...
Jun 1, 20211 min read
A break from perfection
Have you ever noticed that we love our children’s artwork, no matter how purple the sky or red the grass they’ve drawn? We don’t expect...
Jun 1, 20211 min read
Tik Tok NO to DIY orthodontics
It has us singing the “Oh no” song. If you have a teen or tween in your house, they are likely on the popular app Tik Tok. This fun...
Jun 1, 20211 min read
Summer day camps
Summer is associated with free time, but research shows that children thrive in structured environments. Structured day camps combine the...
Jun 1, 20211 min read
Paint color tips
Choosing a paint color for your home can be intimidating, especially if you’re standing in the paint department staring at a million...
Mar 25, 20211 min read
Here Comes the Sun
Brighten up your home for spring George Harrison’s song, “Here comes the sun” echoes our feelings on the arrival of spring. As we leave...
Mar 25, 20211 min read
The joy of summer camps
In our living history, I doubt children (and parents!) have ever been this excited to be part of anything involving socializing and...
Mar 25, 20211 min read
Ode to our graduating seniors
This past year has been nothing any of us anticipated, and one fully felt by our high school seniors. How do we acknowledge the loss...
Mar 25, 20212 min read
Your pet and houseplants
Watching our pups and kittens mischievously explore our residential jungles offers no end of laughter and the ever-present phrase: “Did...
Mar 25, 20211 min read
Better all-around snacking!
Spending more time around the house — something we’ve all been doing more of recently — can lead to boredom, which leads to snacking....
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