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BJ Gets a Bidet

Audra gives BJ a gift that keeps on giving.  This present wipes out the need to ever stockpile toilet paper again.  Audra is gifting this item to all the special men in her life this year.

Eat These Foods to Give Your Body a Boost

Experts say eating certain foods can help you fight all the viral gunk that often comes with the weather change. They say look for foods that pack a big vitamin punch like broccoli. It’s good as its 30 calories per cup, has fiber and that antioxidants help fight cell damaging chemicals in our bodies. In general, any of your leafy…

AAA Says Holiday Travel Will Be Down This Year

AAA is projecting a nearly 30-percent drop in holiday travel this year. It’s expected about 34 million fewer u-s residents will travel from December 23rd through January third, compared to 2019. But, AAA also predicts nearly three million Americans will fly during that time, which is way down by almost 60-percent. About 81-million will be hitting the road instead, which…

The 2020 Phrases We Never Want to Hear Again

We picked up a few new phrases this year…and a new poll revealed which ones we never want to hear again. Most of the top answers are related to the pandemic. They include social distancing….the new normal….unprecedented times…bubble….quaranteam….zoom bombing….anti-masker….and ‘rona.

Why You Should Drink More Wine and Eat More Cheese

If you want to keep your brain sharp as you get older, the secret may be adding more wine and cheese to your diet. At least that’s the theory from an Iowa State University’s Food Science and Human Nutrition Department. The team analyzed data from nearly 1,800 adults. Between 2006 and 2016, participants completed a test and follow ups, that…

Is Regifting Okay or Not?

Not only is it the gifting season…but, the re-gifting season as well. Is that socially acceptable? 57% say yes, re-gifting is acceptable and apparently women are almost twice as likely to re-gift presents. So, how would you feel if someone re-gifted something you gave them? 30% say they’d be upset, and 60% say they wouldn’t care. The older you are,…

Periods of Inactivity Affect You More Than You Think

Health experts warn to keep an eye on your fitness. They say being inactive for even short periods can affect your overall health. People who reduce their daily steps to 1500 or less for just two weeks can affect an older person’s insulin sensitivity by a third, and decreases leg muscle. This is especially concerning for those 65 and over…

Chef Jamie Whips Up Mushroom & Leek Parmesan Cream Sauce, Grilled Chicken and Spaghetti Squash

Roasted Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti Squash, 1 small to medium size Kosher salt, as needed  Or Making It Delicious All-Purpose Seasoning, as needed Black pepper, as needed Avocado oil, as needed Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Cut the squash in half longways, place on a sheet pan, drizzle with avocado oil then sprinkle with a generous amount of salt and…