If this week has taught us anything, it's that literature is still relevant.
Shakespeare may be difficult, but he's definitely important - especially in our own day and age.
Why do multiple things poorly when you can do one thing well?
"Here's another novel idea. Have a conversation."
Is the Ides of March all star power and no substance? Or is it more?
David Foster Wallace was a brilliant and empathetic writer. Yet his quest for perfection may have contributed to his downfall.
For those of us who want to be prepared!
Is the film "50/50" just a sentimental and uplifting dramedy? Or can it beat the odds?
Moneyball, the new baseball drama starring Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill. Is it just another baseball movie where the underdog wins? Or is it something different?
Letting Go Isn't Always Easy, But It Is Necessary
Cheshire Patch welcomes new blogger 15-year-old Benji Saccoccio and his review of the film "Drive" starring Ryan Gosling.
What Not to Do
Jack Kerouac was a great and alluring writer. Beyond the legend, however, lies a much darker reality.
'for those of you who were wondering what I meant when I said I always preached about making lists'
As your family heads back to school, take some time to complete a few simple home repairs. Doing your "home"
Bringing the Friendship and Fun Back to Relationships
Has anyone ever told you to act a certain way according to how you look? It has happened to me and it never stops.
What helps you weather the wuthering storms (literally and figuratively speaking)?
Women's need for calcium increases as she ages.
Using flowers in cooking and baking.
Let Us All Reflect on Lost Loves
How we handle these crises that punctuate our lives is determined by the strength we find within us.
Work one side of body at a time.
The housing market has been volatile in the past few years. Prices have tumbled, foreclosures and short sales are crowding the market, and mortgages are hard to come by. Would anyone still consider a
Outdoor exercise gives added benefits.
Here are some tips for all you newlyweds!
If you scoff at the thought of classical music perhaps you haven't given it a fair shake. It is the product of discipline, passion and arduous study.
Greater muscle mass helps burn calories.
Pass on cotton clothes for hot weather exercise
Have you been disappointed with Hollywood's latest projects? Ubiquitous computer enhancement, cliche tired themes and overall bad acting have made for a less than profitable movie giant.
As a homeowner, you should expect to spend one percent of the purchase price of your home every year to handle a variety of maintenance tasks, including painting, tree trimming, repairing gutters,
Here are my questions on how to organize my B for BUDGET, that doesnβt ruin my B for Big Fun!
Is your strength training routine effective?
The Afterburn Effect
Desserts are not always the biggest source of sugar in your diet.
When your home is on the market, you want to give it every advantage, yet reserve enough funds for your new home. Let's assume you've painted the walls and trimβarguably the best use of your money
One is never too old to exercise vigorously - just ask Olga Kotelko, age 91. It may be time to re-evaluate your exercise program.
Keeping Woodchucks away from your plants.
Eating several small meals each day can help lower cholesterol.
Here is a great Black Bean Soup recipe for a fast Sunday night dinner.