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Seven recommendations for venturing out alone

Family Features Whether you’re a lone wolf at heart or looking to broaden your sense of independence, traveling solo can be a richly empowering and satisfying experience. Setting out on your own has many practical advantages. You’re not worrying about accommodating another’s schedule, interest or needs, and you’re free to decide what you want to do and when. Solo travel also elicits some mental and emotional benefits, as you experience a unique sense of freedom, liberation and self-sufficiency. If you’re considering a solo journey, consider these tips from the book “101+ ...

Start your genealogy journey today

Genealogy fascinates much of the general public. The number of people learning more about their families and heritage through genealogy increases year to year. According to FamilyTree.com, genealogy is the second only to gardening as the most popular hobby in the United States. People explore genealogy for many reasons, including learning about their ancestry. A rundown of the basics of genealogy can make such pursuits more enjoyable. Genealogy and family history are subtly different Genealogy is a line of descent traced continuously from an ancestor, while family history is ...

‘Bridge’ your way to social security with savings

By Liz Weston NerdWallet Delaying the start of Social Security retirement benefits can dramatically increase your monthly benefit and your lifetime income. But how do you pay the bills in the meantime? Using your 401(k) or other retirement savings as a “bridge” may be the best option, even if it means spending down your savings at a rapid rate. You can create a bridge on your own, but researchers suggest it may be more beneficial for employers to offer this option in the future. Here’s why a bridge could help you save money — and how to build one. Delaying the start of ...

Easter dinner

Happy Easter from the Kitchen! Easter dinner growing up wasn’t really very different from any other Sunday dinner except on Easter there were baskets of goodies for us. The meal usually was baked ham, mashed potatoes, filling, gravy and either sweet corn or beans. Also, deviled eggs because we had chickens, too. I think the meals back then were appreciated so much more because we dug those potatoes, husk the corn and helped care for the hogs. Good memories. Good meals. Good work ethics. Today, I shop as local as possible. Here’s my recipe for baked ham. Either a half or ...

A hoppy Easter cake

Culinary Warmer days at the start of spring mean Easter is almost here, and the big bunny himself will be hopping around in no time delivering goodies. This Easter, celebrate with your loved ones with a delicious and colorful Easter Bunny Butt Cake. It can bring smiles and laughter while putting everyone in a light, joyful mood. This cake is fun and bright with a fluffy, moist interior. Complete with chocolate candy eggs, shredded coconut and chocolate chips for little bunny toes, this recipe goes all out to paint a picture of the Easter bunny. This cake is worth every step. ...

Easter dip goodness for the family

Culinary Easter is about coming together with loved ones, enjoying beautiful spring weather and eating your family’s favorite foods. The kids will be playing, adults will be chatting and all will be patiently waiting for the table to be set. If you’re visiting and making memories with family and friends you haven’t seen in a while, there are few things better than diving into a marvelous Easter spread. While eyeing the table, you notice all the colors popping off the dishes. Fruits and veggies make the feast come to life, but a warm Easter dip paired with rolls for dipping ...