A field trip to the Garden Gate Shop at Missouri Botanical Garden gave me some great ideas for the gardeners on my holiday shopping list.
The district is using a new model for staff development instead of early release days for students.
Bil Keane was more than just a great cartoonist. He was my friend for 32 years.
The countdown has begun. String out your lights not yourself this holiday season by following these quick tips for combating holiday stress. Within minutes, you’ll re-energize your festive mood.
Just as survival mode takes its toll on the characters in a horror movie, it takes its toll on us as well.
This Veteran's day I am remembering how 6 of my 10 great uncles (in the same family) served active duty in the United States military during WW2. My dad also served as a United States Marine.
Standard Daylight Time began this past weekend. This may mean walking the dog, running or cycling in the dark. Keep safe while exercising outdoors. Make sure drivers can see you. Here's how...
Police said three people were arrested in connection to recent incidents of spray painting property in Manchester.
We'll still have some nice days to enjoy the out of doors. Here are a few things you can do to get your garden in tip-top shape for the winter.
First Arts Council meeting is full of energy, passion and dreams!
Author and Airedale visit St. Louis Pet Expo
Shopping for garden accessories in France was heaven! Join me as I tour three shops.
Considering adding solar power to your home? Make sure you look at your entire home and make common sense energy efficient improvements first so that you will need as few solar panels as possible.
Netflix raised their rates and raised some eyebrows. While I don't like paying more, here is why I personally don't feel outraged like so many of the customers who subsequently dropped them.
Come join in the fun at Manchester's Annual Halloween Festival!
Whether you're shooting a jumpshot or caring for a spouse in a moment of weakness, gentle strength is what is required for success.
A fall Sunday was the perfect time for another "Ultimate" field trip- Monet's Giverny!
It may take a village to raise a child, but it takes a team of professionals to keep this middle-aged girl going!
Operation Clean Stream a hairy experience, but well worth it!
We are raising kids known as "Generation Y" . We want them to be happier and more successful and more privileged than we were at their age. But maybe we shouldn't want that for them. Here's why.
I was lucky enough to visit the gardens at Versailles earlier this month. It's a garden like no other and one that will just knock your socks off!
Pancreatic cancer is that dreaded 'c' word. It is one of the most deadly cancers, claiming the life of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, my mother and many more.
Manchester's Veterans Memorial is just over a year old. It is a high quality tribute to the many who have served our country. Make it a point to visit this new gem in our city.
Energy efficient lighting options may be easier than you think.
Volunteers are needed for PTO events, in the classroom, field trips. The list is never-ending. Have you considered the message you're sending your child by your (lack of) involvement?
When the weather cools is the best time to dig and divide your perennials. It's easy! I'll show you how!
After 64 great years, Ahner's, the family run nursery in Des Peres, is closing
It takes a village-and a lot of hard work and laughter-to plan Manchester Homecoming!
How dealing with the issues that do damage to our marriage is like dealing with moles that do damage to our yards.
Fall is the perfect time to be thinking about the spring garden!
My family went through a crisis last month. How friends and family responded impacted my life in a profound way. What will you do if you have a chance to be someone's 'hero'?
Nine-eleven gives us a chance to reflect, but also a chance to celebrate our community and to look to the future.
With responsible Board of Aldermen, Manchester is once again looking to the future.
If the thought of digging, dividing and replanting your iris make you uneasy, check out my easy "step-by-step" instructions.
A Sunny Sunday was the perfect opportunity for another field trip!
It's September already...where did the time go? And who is that middle aged woman in the mirror?
Two great green resources for people who want to learn more about going green.
Family celebrates Don Krieg's 80th birthday at MAC West. Includes inspiring story of Ray Waton, who passed on August 26, 2011.
Hydrangeas have so much to offer in the garden. Big, beautiful flowers in shades of pink, purple, blue and white. No garden should be without them!
Ever feel like you want to rescue your child but you know you can't? When our kids hurt, we hurt. But sometimes it really is about letting go. And letting God.