Some people take their principles to their grave. And for some baby boomers, that means planning for their funerals, or their parents' funerals, in an eco-friendly way. ...
Count me among those who find the “Elf on the Shelf” just a bit creepy. That said, wouldn't it make more sense to have a slightly spooky creature keeping an eye on your ...
Oil choice can make difference
There was a time when you were considered a “responsible” vehicle owner if you changed the oil and oil filter every 3,000 miles and had you...
Car batteries have come a long way since the mid-1970s.
Their only job back then was essentially to turn a car on and power the dome light.
Now, it’s a different story. ...
Whether you decorate for Oktoberfest or just want to create a dazzling fall display, then Salsa Deep Orange is a must plant. This is one of several great ornamental pepp...
Phones, cars do not mix
Have you ever thought about all of the distractions associated with driving? Weather, kids, pets, eating, cell phones, billboards, the radio and e...
Don't get caught unprepared
As it turns out, traveling by car requires more than just a driver and a full tank of gas.
Before setting out on a trip, vehicles should be eq...
Throughout their histories, both the Boy and Girl Scouts have lived by the motto “Be prepared.” That preparedness applies to all aspects of life, including car care.
The...
There are many things drivers don’t want to hear from their mechanic. “Sorry, it’s your transmission” is certainly one of them.
Even if it’s repairable, a transmission p...
Many grandparents raise next generation
PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico — I was amazed one recent afternoon when I called out to my little granddaughter Elizabeth in another room...
