Lifestyle Columns
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8 moon-themed movies to mark Apollo 11's 50th anniversaryJul 15, 2019 1:00 am - If you're feeling "Moonstruck" over the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11's lunar landing July 20, here come eight suggested movies to moon over in celebration. 1. "A Trip t...
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Multiple genes determine eye colorJul 14, 2019 11:00 pm - "Why are eyes different colors?" asked a young patron at the Arlington Heights Memorial Library. The colored part of the eye is the iris, but whether it is brown, gray, ...
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Anniversary edition Saab brings celebration across the pondJul 14, 2019 11:00 pm - While some may find Saabs peculiar, Marc Vernon considers them perfect. "They always marched to the beat of their own drums," the Naperville resident says. "I've always ...
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Boss' refusal to address employee's odor doesn't pass the smell testJul 14, 2019 6:00 am - Q: I have a co-worker, “Gus,” who smells really bad, like laundry that is dirty or has sat too long in the washer and become mildewed. My co-worker “Jane” thinks the sme...
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Fireplace screens, doors have different functionsJul 14, 2019 6:00 am - Q. Last year I removed the screens from my factory-built fireplace and replaced them with glass doors. Now that I'm selling the property, the buyers' home inspector says...
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Husband thinks it's not 'his problem' to help with his parentsJul 14, 2019 6:00 am - Q. My husband, "John," is the oldest of three children. His siblings, "Bill" and "Sue," both live where they all were raised. Both parents are in declining health. Over ...
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Keep your metabolism stoked as you get olderJul 13, 2019 7:40 am - We often hear new clients say, "I feel like my metabolism is getting slower as I get older." What does this mean, and what can we do about it? Metabolism is defined as a...
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Traveling in your mindJul 13, 2019 7:30 am - Did you ever have a trip planned that never happened? Or maybe it was just a dream you had? Or a place where you wished to return, but never did? Memories such as the...
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5 places for music lovers this summer in the suburbsJul 13, 2019 7:30 am - The big tickets for the big Chicago music festivals are going fast, but here are some music events to look forward to a little closer to home: • After not visiting Ravi...
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Should patio owners pay for decks?Jul 13, 2019 7:00 am - Q. We are a common interest community association of more than 50 townhouse units. Last year the board approved a special assessment to cover the reserve shortfall for t...