Lifestyle
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The best way to crack an egg for every personality type
May 20, 2024 1:39 pm - Is the question of how to crack an egg properly really one of the mysteries of life? Becky Krystal has the answer — well, several answers. It depends on your risk personality.
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These blueberry crumble bars with a granola vibe are naturally sweet
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Hummingbirds galore: how to attract the birds to your backyardMay 20, 2024 1:28 pm - Like clockwork, hummingbirds have begun to arrive in the suburbs as summer nears. Native ruby-throated hummingbirds typically arrive in early May and grace the area with ...
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Sizzling, twice-spiced beef skewers add a twist to a Memorial Day barbecue
May 20, 2024 12:27 pm - Street vendors in China sell sizzling skewers of meat hot off the grill, rich with cumin and chiles. These twice-spiced beef skewers are served sizzling hot and could make for a more exciting Memorial Day dish than the usual hot dog or hamburger.
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Carolyn Hax: Husband hasn’t properly atoned for calling spouse an ‘eight’May 20, 2024 12:12 pm - Husband called her “an eight” in terms of looks, and she has been punishing him ever since. Carolyn Hax says that’s not fair and she needs to get over it.
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How sweet it is: Perfect weather brings big crowds to Long Grove Chocolate FestMay 20, 2024 10:58 am - Perfect weather was just the icing on the cake … and the strawberries, the doughnuts and even the bacon this weekend as Long Grove hosted its annual Chocolate Fest. The f...
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Garden Club of Inverness luncheon and scholarship winnersMay 20, 2024 8:59 am - The Garden Club of Inverness hosted its annual Spring Luncheon at Makray Memorial Golf Club on Thursday, May 16. A primary goal of the club is to give back to the communi...
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Good News Sunday: Millions of birds soar above the suburbs as spring migration peaksMay 19, 2024 3:30 am - In this week’s Good News Sunday column, we recap stories about spring bird migration, Lilac Time in Lombard, and a police officer honored for saving the life of a man who was drowning.
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From homers to healing: Ex-Sox slugger Soderholm helping people through Willowbrook wellness centerMay 18, 2024 3:13 pm - Forty-seven years ago, Eric Soderholm was one of the South Side Hitmen, bashing home runs and thrilling fans as a third baseman for the pennant-chasing Chicago White Sox. Now he co-owns the SoderWorld Wellness Center & Academy, a Willowbrook facility offering yoga classes, massages from licensed therapists, meditation, workshops and more.
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Grief & healing: Having a sister is a wonderful supportMay 18, 2024 6:15 am - Having a sister or brother is a blessing and wonderful support that helps a lot in coping with and managing grief.