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The first item I bought with my own money was a little wooden barn for my toy horses. It had sliding stall doors, a hay loft, and a mini-chest to put tiny plastic saddles in.   I became smitten with…

Those of us who work here at Plantation Village are always cognizant and appreciative of the role our residents have played in making our society what it is today. To put it simply, we understand how fortunate we are to…

Move over grey – there’s a new tone in town. While, admittedly, smoky gunmetal hues aren’t exactly going the way of avocado green in kitchens, Markraft designer Amanda Fisher is forecasting warmer colors for 2019. “I think you’re going to…

I run ultramarathons - up mountains, over rocks and roots, and through rivers. I love the rush of a technical descent and how a stunning view can take my breath away (sometimes, that’s because of the climb to get there!).…

As a child, Amanda Fisher was fascinated with the art of construction. “I was always building things with blocks, and I loved looking through architecture books,” she recalled. Amanda eventually channeled that childhood interest into career goals, trading in the…

I recently had a prospective client come into my office who lost her husband unexpectedly at age 60. Her husband ran a very successful small business and, because he loved what he did, he had planned to work forever. Her…

Polka dots with stripes. Navy and black. White after Labor Day. These are all style trends that, while at one time were major faux pas, are now widely embraced. If Oprah gives her blessing for white pants in the fall,…

There are a variety of choices to make when it comes to senior living.  Making the decision is not an easy task, as each option comes with a distinct set of advantages, benefits, and financial implications. Figuring out the level…

For kids and teens, back-to-school plans often involve getting more gear – a new backpack and lunchbox, fresh folders and three-ring binders, a slick pencil holder and cool pen case… and maybe even a shiny lacrosse stick, unmuddied soccer cleats…

As an orthodontist, I regularly consult with adults who are considering orthodontic treatment for themselves or their children. Many of them have not had much reason to think about orthodontics since their own experiences as teenagers. Thankfully, treatment options have…

The most common image people have for orthodontic treatment is of teenagers wearing braces on their teeth. The majority of children will not need orthodontics until their late adolescence or early teen years, but for a small group early orthodontics…

There’s no getting around it. Our teen years can be our most awkward and self-conscious, and wearing metal braces can compound that. In fact, research shows that 40 percent of teens say wearing metal braces would have or has had…