Can restoring oysters in the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers really help clean up polluted waters? For many engaged in the struggle to save North America’s largest estuary, it’s an article of faith to answer that question with a resounding yes. Maryland, Virginia and the federal government have invested $76 million so far in trying […]
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OT, the rescued turtle
David has a pet eastern box turtle named OT, short for Old Turtle. When David saw OT for the first time, he noticed that the turtle’s nose was bubbling. That meant the turtle was sick! So, David took the turtle to a veterinarian. After medicine, the turtle got healthier, but it was not clear that […]
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A Chesapeake time machine: The Museum of Historic Annapolis
Need a reprieve from the dreary weather and the stream of worrisome news about COVID? Some days, it seems that escaping to an earlier time period would be a welcome distraction and — if you feel that way too — you’re in luck. While we have all been hunkered down, the staff of Historic Annapolis, […]
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Indoor veggie gardening for fun, health and sustainable living
The move toward more sustainable living has gained traction in recent years with people looking to help the environment and their wallets. Gardening is a great hobby to support a more sustainable lifestyle. It’s fun, saves money on groceries, and helps you feel accomplished by eating something you grew. It also promotes healthy living, cooking […]
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Golf and writing
I write for the same reason many of my fellow retired septuagenarians play golf. We have the time to do what we want with our lives. I am passionate about my writing, and serious golfers are passionate about their sport. I am reasonably good at writing but rotten at golf. It is not that I […]
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Try these gardening products to reduce strain, prevent pain, and overcome barriers
Gardening offers many excellent mental and physical health benefits. It’s a healthy form of exercise because you’re moving around. At the same time, it boosts your emotional health by spending time outdoors while tending to your plants’ needs as they grow. Unfortunately, as you age, or if you have any physical impairments or conditions, all […]
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An abundance of greens
By Joyce M. White Springtime brings extended sunlight, warm breezes, birdsong, pre-season baseball, and the start of salad season, the time when lush fresh greens, herbs, and crisp fresh vegetables are at their height of flavor and freshness, especially when tossed with unctuous and tasty dressings. Keep reading for a bit of history about salads […]
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Sparkling water: Is it bad for your teeth?
By Drs. Woody Wooddell & Joe Passaro Is the satisfying fizz of your favorite sparkling water putting you at risk for tooth decay? Because any drink with carbonation — including sparkling water — has a higher acid level, many wonder whether sipping sparkling water will weaken your tooth enamel (the hard outer shell of your […]
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The prized stigma of saffron
What is the world’s costliest spice and why is it so expensive? What are its origins and uses? Saffron is the most expensive aromatic spice on the planet. There are only three collectible red stigmas per style of each flower and it takes about 75,000 purple Crocus sativus stigmas to produce a single pound of […]
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Disenfranchised grief and why professional caregivers experience it
By Jessica Whittemore, LCSW-C, APHSW-C,Hospice of the Chesapeake When shopping for a sympathy card, you’ll find cards for loss of parents, spouses, children, even friends. There probably wouldn’t be a card for “loss of your favorite resident.” Especially in the last two years, the need for that card is just as great as the need […]
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Making a difference: Anna Greenberg and Dick Callahan
Every day we are surrounded by people who touch our lives. We smile, say hello, maybe chat a bit, not even aware how our acquaintance has impacted the community around us. We also know precious little about our “friend,” their experiences, their heartbreaks (because we all have them,) and their celebrations. So let’s take a […]
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Preplanning chaos
Planning is something we all do. We make plans for the weekend, a schedule for holiday events, and even map out the New Year well in advance. There are event planners, travel agents, and online platforms to help assist us in planning life’s celebrations. When we sit down and create a map including goals and […]
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Tea: Enjoy a cup of health!
Tea. The word conjures up colorful mental images. At this moment, I am visualizing a coterie of young ladies, attired in Victorian-style apparel, properly seated around a lace-draped table, gingerly sipping a beverage from dainty English bone china teacups, and tittering in high-pitched melodious tones while sharing the day’s gossip. But tea drinking is so […]
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Bill Gray helps retirees find their passion with This Point Forward
You spend a lifetime working a job, perfecting your skills, and gaining valuable incites and experiences, and finally comes retirement. Then what? Bill Gray, of Columbia, found himself in exactly that position, upon retiring from his job with the Social Security Administration in 2010. He recalls, “I had goals such as wanting to continue using […]
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Continuing care retirement communities
This column presents general information regarding estate and disability planning and probate. It is not intended to ceate an attorney-client relationship or constitute legal advice to readers. Individuals with legal concerns should consult with an attorney for advice regarding their specific circumstances. It has been my experience that most people, as they get older, want […]
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Two lovely homes and a lot of stuff
Mark and Carole owned a lovely home in Annapolis where they raised their daughter. Over the years, the parties and get-togethers they hosted become legendary. They amassed an impressive array of pieces to throw their parties — everything from dishware for a formal gathering of 20 to outdoor furniture to comfortably seat 30. They had […]
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Spring cleaning: Room-by-room guidance to conquer the task
The emergence of spring has long been associated with the deep cleaning of our homes. Although its origin is presumed of Iranian or Jewish culture, it’s a popular custom in America. It is gaining popularity in other parts of the world too. For most, it signifies a fresh home, or a new start to compliment […]
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YouTube tutorials are your friend
Come October of this year, I’ll have owned and operated East Bay Mac Menders for 20 years. Over the years, if a customer wanted help over the phone only, I knew this was going to be difficult. I’m not in front of the computer, I don’t know exactly what the person wants, and I’m nowhere […]
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Maryland counties quiz
You probably know that Maryland has 23 counties. Baltimore city is unique in that it is not located in any of those counties. In the past, it was known as Baltimore Town and was the county seat of Baltimore County. In 1851 it became an independent city. How well do you know the Maryland administrative […]