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A Natural Vaccine for Allergies
Every year I am plagued by allergies, and every year I swear it only gets worse. I was skeptical of this natural remedy, but within days, I was able to quit taking the steroids and antihistamines that I have taken for the last 20 years.
Opening the Box and Camera Classes
Soooo, I just bought a new camera! Now What? There's much more to photography than just owning a camera.
Five Common Pitfalls Job Seekers Face
This month, we are going to talk about some of those pitfalls and how to avoid them while job-seeking.
South African Wines
I've been a fan of South African wines for 20 years. There's a long, storied history to winemaking around the Cape of Good Hope; the wines have great quality and value, distinctive character, and their own, unique grape variety – Pinotage.
Summer Wines
With these warm days, there will be barbeques, graduation parties, vacations, as well as many social get-togethers taking place. Here are a few ideas that you can use when you are in a rush and want to bring an excellent bottle of wine to any occasion.
Great Places For Photography In Dayton
If you're looking for great places to practice your photography skills in Dayton, you're in absolutely the right place! The areas in and around Dayton have so many fabulous public places filled with plenty of color, scenery and character that make for fabulous backdrops.
Exciting Races in August!
I know a lot of people who have committed to doing a certain amount of 5Ks this year, or maybe they want to do their first half marathon, or maybe they want to run the first race of their lives. To them I say, now is the time to get on it!
Interview With a Career Advisor
Last month, we heard from Sylvie Stewart, a career advisor with the University of Dayton, as she shared a thought-provoking open letter to businesses. Sylvie's personal experience with a long period of job loss and job searching made her a strong, successful advisor, and this month she is back to answer some questions I posed to her.
Pinot Noir
What makes this grape so beguiling? Why are countless hours and words spent describing it? Why do collectors sock away hundreds of bottles? And what makes it so expensive? All those answers and more this month.
Dayton Hikers - First Annual TVT hiker challenge
Have you been wanting to get out and hike more but feel a little intimidated? Don't know where to go or not wanting to hike by yourself? Well that's where DaytonHikers.org comes in!
How To Choose Your Perfect Camera
So you've decided to invest in a new digital camera and take up amateur photography - but everything is so confusing! I can help you narrow down the list by keeping a few simple things in mind.
Have you done any running lately?
Have you done any running lately? June is the perfect month for it. Normally I'd point you to a number of events going on around town, but there are literally hundreds, so instead I'll point out some of my personal favorites.
The Good Deeds Project of Dayton Ohio
Did you know that performing random acts of kindness in your community gives you a sense of purpose? The Good Deeds Project was formed as a community movement to promote random acts of kindness and spread positivity.
Rosé - Drink Pink!
You're having a steak for dinner that cries out for a bottle of red... but it's just too hot and sticky outside. What to do?
Rivers Edge Canoe Livery and Oufitters
Summer is almost upon us again which means time to get on the water and do some paddling! And in my opinion, the best place to go is Rivers Edge Outfitters located 5 miles north of Waynesville on route 42.
A Vicarious Spring
The longevity of this exhausting weather has really put a damper on enjoying what Spring has to offer. I don't think there is anything more relaxing than sitting out on the patio with a great glass of wine and a plate of cheese on a beautiful spring evening.
Expert Help at Up and Running
I'll never be what you'd call a waif or a runner's body, but that doesn't mean I don't enjoy a leisurely jaunt (or jog) around the neighborhood, especially this time of year!
Important Pragmatics for the Job Seeker
This month, we are going to discuss the topic of social pragmatics and how they affect us and those around us when we are between jobs.
Family Fun on the Farm
Like most families, when the weather finally breaks, you start looking for the most fun and most affordable ways to spend your time together outdoors. My family recently took a trip to Young's Jersey Dairy.
Germantown Metropark Backpacking
I've heard of countless people and friends tell me they've wanted to get into backpacking. Well Germantown Metropark and hiking the Twin Valley Trail is the perfect place to start!
