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Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend, beginning of the grilling season and time to get your first sunburn of the year. It is a tribute to the fallen men and women who served this country and made the ultimate sacrifice so we could have the freedoms and opportunities of being an American. …

End of an Era   A bittersweet goodbye and a start of a new chapter in their lives. Graduation time can be filled with a range of emotions – not only for the graduate but also for family members. Whether it is graduating from high school or getting a college degree, it is an accomplishment …

I think coffee is one of Mother Nature’s gifts to humanity.  If you think about it, coffee is a global phenomenon.  For some, it is an experience.  For others, it is a lifestyle.  It also supports economies all over the world.  I mean coffee really is an amazing thing.  Coffee is experienced by people from …

It may be an effort to see the Northern Lights, but it is well worth it. It is an experience of a lifetime! Seeing the colorful lights flicker across the sky is on the bucket list of many. What causes this phenomenon, what is the best place and the best time to experience it, and …

There is one job where you do not need experience or a degree. The salary is non-existent, no paid benefits, and the hours are non-negotiable. Good news is that you have the job for life. There are about 85 million women who have this job in America. This job, of course, is being a mom. …

The Grand Canyon is one of the seven wonders of the natural world. It is both magnificent and awe inspiring. Vast in size and just a wonder to look at, the Grand Canyon is 277 miles long, about 18 miles at its widest point, and around 6,000 feet deep. This National Park is one of …

On April 22, 1970 Earth Day was born in the United States of America. It is a day to promote environmental awareness and the protection of our planet. Although this important day did not go global until 1990, more than 190 countries participate in this celebration today! Over 200 million people recognize environmental issues and …

With the possibility of a celebrity sighting, must-see attractions, and sunshine, Los Angeles is one of the most popular travel destinations in California as well as one of the most populated cities to live in America. Growing up in Southern California, I was in Los Angeles quite a bit- just because I’m a SoCal local …

There is always an excuse for a quick trip or vacation getaway. However, if you are indecisive about whether to spend your PTO in the mountains or city scene, look no further- Boise, Idaho is the place to go! Get the best of both worlds as the mountains are a short drive away from the …

Go ahead, throw your beads to strangers in elaborate costumes and experience the tradition of the Mardi Gras festivities on Bourbon Street.  The original idea was to toss the color of the beads to the person who exhibited the color’s meaning (purple – justice, gold – power and green – faith). Pretty sure that idea …