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B.C. drinkers are buying less wine but paying more

B.C. drinkers are buying less wine but paying more

Vancouver International Wine Festival may enhance preference for premium wines
Everything you need to know about throwing a baby shower

Everything you need to know about throwing a baby shower

No matter the era, throwing a baby shower can be a fun and exciting way to celebrate the upcoming arrival of a new baby, but it can also be a daunting task.
25 prolific character actors whose names you still don't know

25 prolific character actors whose names you still don't know

An all-too-familiar actor's face flashes across the screen. What is their real name? They're in "that one movie.
Ask Lisi: Three siblings should work together to support elderly mom

Ask Lisi: Three siblings should work together to support elderly mom

Advice: Get together and make a schedule of visits. If you work together, you’ll be able to help your mom through this next phase in her life.
10 of the world's longest flights—and what to do if you're on one

10 of the world's longest flights—and what to do if you're on one

What was the longest flight you've been on?
30 great vacations for retirees

30 great vacations for retirees

For most, retirement is not just one big vacation, but if you have the means, a hard-earned trip is certainly in order.
Baby boomer names that have stayed in style

Baby boomer names that have stayed in style

Did you know that the very same names that appeared in the Bible, history, literature, and on baby boomer birth certificates pop up in movie credits, sports rosters, and music videos today?
Ask Lisi: Do research to help brother live well with chronic illness

Ask Lisi: Do research to help brother live well with chronic illness

Advice: Together you two will figure out the ins and outs of his illness, his limitations, and possibilities.
From shaving machines to yodel meters: 26 bizarre inventions from throughout history

From shaving machines to yodel meters: 26 bizarre inventions from throughout history

Hundreds of thousands of patents are issued by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for new inventions every year. Some of these creations, such as the lightbulb, personal computer, and automobile, changed the world.
Ask Ellie: Adult son moves home, foists childcare on mom

Ask Ellie: Adult son moves home, foists childcare on mom

Advice: Your son is taking advantage of you. He chose to “move home” and he can do his own parenting tasks there, but he’s not your boss.