Kim Kubsch As a transition specialist who orchestrates client moves each week, one key tool I cannot live without is the preparation of how to pack an organized “Open-First” bin and suitcase. Ideally, pack two Open-First containers. One will be a clear-lidded bin to hold all the house stuff. The other is a suitcase, and…
Dannette Hunnel Throughout the country, near Thanksgiving, there is one all-time standard favorite flower: the beautiful Chrysanthemum, or “Mum.” Arizona is no different. Mums provide a brief but intense splash of color in Phoenix landscapes from late October through mid-December. Mums are great as a fall accent in gardens, in containers, or even as cut…
Jacqueline M. Ruffino-Platt The year was 1972 when I moved from New Jersey to Northern Virginia. My first apartment was in Arlington, close to Fort Myer Army Base. Each morning I woke with the sounds of Reveille and in the evening the beautiful bugle sounds of “Taps.” I followed my senses and interest in the…
Sandra Givens Sandra Givens, Sun Lakes resident and author, has just released her new book, It Started with a Kiss, available on Amazon as a paperback or in the Kindle format. This book is about a young woman’s desire to find true love and happiness. Abandoned by her longtime friend for a girls’ trip, Julia…
JoAnne Gaudioso Care for your hair—without chemicals. All-natural essential oils are just as effective in adding thickness and beauty to your hair. Whether you’re losing hair, have bald spots, or have a receding hairline, try one of these top essential oils for hair growth: rosemary, ylang ylang, and frankincense. All three of these essential oils…
Merrie Taverna, Ocotillo Artists Group Prepare to be captivated by a world of artistic brilliance at the upcoming Juried Art Show, hosted by the Ocotillo Artists Group. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the heart of downtown Ocotillo, located in Southern Chandler. Proudly presented by the…
Janet Cook Knowing current bathroom remodeling design trends can help you create a look that can stay current for many years. It also can help with decisions of elements you want to make sure are included in yours! The 2023 U.S. Houzz Bathroom Trends study surveyed over 1,900 homeowners who are actively planning, working on,…
Linda H. Cools How old is too old to be in public service? That question has recently been a current topic in the news. The national media chatter has become obsessed with the question of age versus mental fitness and the ability to serve. Or should the question be, do you have the mental fitness…
Neighbors Who Care (NWC) volunteer Rose Ann Dennette, who originally hails from Massachusetts, started volunteering in 2016. She has been an integral part of our Transportation service program—in particular, taking clients to and from their dialysis appointments. When asked why she volunteers, she was quick to note, “It’s really important to give back,” adding, “When…
Barbara Kay Barish Barbara Kay Barish passed away on Aug. 2, 2023, at the age of 79, in Chandler, Ariz. She was born on June 3, 1944 in Sioux, Iowa. She was happily married to the love of her life, Ted, for 61 years. Barbara is the beloved daughter of the late Stanley and Edna…