Ann DeVito’s ‘Dog Love’ Artistically Captures Man’s Best Friend [REVIEW]

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Regardless of the breed, dogs bring lots of love into our lives. (Photo by Julie, Leon G, and Eran Finkle/Flickr)

If dogs are among some of your lifelong friends, you are going to love Ann DeVito’s Dog Love, a gorgeously illustrated volume that pays homage to our favorite canine companions.  Continue reading “Ann DeVito’s ‘Dog Love’ Artistically Captures Man’s Best Friend [REVIEW]”

Chicken Corn Chowder with Poblano Chilies [RECIPE]

Chicken Corn Chowder with Poblano Chilies
Our Chicken Corn Chowder with Poblano Chilies is a spicy and delicious way to beat the cold. (Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

If it is chilly outside, it’s a safe bet I’m in the kitchen cooking up one of my favorite soups. I’ve always been a big chowder fan, but sometimes clams aren’t available or I’m craving something a little spicy. That’s when my chicken corn chowder with poblano chilies is just the ticket! Packed with healthy veggies and lots of flavor, this recipe will be on the table in less than 30 minutes, which makes it perfect for a quick lunch on a cold day. Continue reading “Chicken Corn Chowder with Poblano Chilies [RECIPE]”

Are Baby Carrots Bad For You? [VIDEO]

Baby carrots
Baby carrots might be a snack-sized way to add veggies to your diet. But are they good for you? (Photo by m01229, Flickr)

Upon perusing the produce section at the supermarket, ‘baby carrots’ may seem ready made for mindless, healthy eating. After all, they’re already cut, peeled and ready for munching. But are they bad for you? The answer may surprise you. Continue reading “Are Baby Carrots Bad For You? [VIDEO]”

A Little Sugar Goes A Long Way

Heather and friend
Heather gets a little sugar from a friend. (Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

It seems we can’t go very long in America without having conversations about race and all the tension that inevitably comes along with it. Someone is constantly stirring up trouble. Yet the U.S. is frequently called a melting pot and has a history steeped in immigration, according to BBC News. So why can’t we see past our differences and simply get along? Continue reading “A Little Sugar Goes A Long Way”