At year's end, most Americans take stock of the previous 12 months and consider if they met their goals for the year. A review of one's bank account, pay stub or job status and even a peek at the bathroom scale give folks a pretty good idea if they stayed true to their New Year's ...

Lol". "Brb." "Smh." These phrases are commonly sent through email, Facebook, and texting. These quick forms of communication are great, except they do not have a personal touch. Handwritten letters have this touch, and this makes them the best form of communication. Before I go into why, I do ...

Hollywood actress Jamie Lee Curtis has been married for 31 years - consecutive ?- to the same man. Exclamation point. In Hollywood, this is a big deal. Heck, it's a big deal anywhere.Putting up with someone ?- and more importantly them putting up with you - for a really long time requires ...

Cars are an amazing creation. Each one provides a different flavor than the next, but together these cars make up a wonderful ecosystem. Some go fast, some go slow, and some go just right. Last time, I wrote about the Lincoln Continental, Ford Thunderbird, and the Shelby Mustang. These are all ...

We should do all that we can to help more workers and their families join Iowa's middle class.As 2015 comes to an end, Iowa continues its recovery from the national economic recession. We're making steady progress, but many Iowans are still out of work or unable to find the jobs they ...

We should do all that we can to help more workers and their families join Iowa's middle class.As 2015 comes to an end, Iowa continues its recovery from the national economic recession. We're making steady progress, but many Iowans are still out of work or unable to find the jobs they ...

My talents never cease to amaze me. Multi-talents, actually; I am multi-talented and living in a household where my elaborate skills are acknowledged and revered. Well, maybe not revered, but they are used on a daily basis.There are certain things - many things - at which I excel. I am so good ...

Cars are an amazing creation. Each one provides a different flavor than the next, but together these cars make up a wonderful ecosystem. Some go fast, some go slow, and some go just right. Last time, I wrote about the Lincoln Continental, Ford Thunderbird, and the Shelby Mustang. These are all ...

My talents never cease to amaze me. Multi-talents, actually; I am multi-talented and living in a household where my elaborate skills are acknowledged and revered. Well, maybe not revered, but they are used on a daily basis.There are certain things - many things - at which I excel. I am so good ...

I wrote about Christmas gifts and Christmas specials so time to finish off the trilogy. Can you hear the music in the distance? It is time for another edition of the Music Battle Royale! This special edition consists of two memorable Christmas duets. In the eggnog corner is Bing Crosby and ...