Super Bowl fun in the city

We are lucky fans here in the Bay Area. In the last few years, we have witnessed three World Series titles from the Giants and more recently an unprecedented winning streak from th... Read More

Wellness

Start the new year right: Keep your fitness plan on track

By Julie Mitchell

If you’re thinking of starting off 2016 with a new workout or maybe just adding a little zip to your routine, here’s a tip directly from the American College of Sports ... Read More

Caring For Our Kids

Giving the gift of experiences

By Liz Farrell

I recently went on a cleaning frenzy leaving no closet or drawer untouched. This yearly occurrence usually happens mid-fall after our children’s birthdays. They are blessed t... Read More

Wellness

Preventive health adds up

By Thalia Farshchian

As our society becomes more health conscious, the common hook is to look and feel younger. In the ultimate quest for the fountain of youth without going under the knife, it is impo... Read More

Home & Garden

Choosing and caring for your holiday tree

By Julia Strzesieski

Nothing makes a home more festive or aromatic over the holidays than a freshly cut Christmas tree. The Christmas tree has become such a recognizable symbol and a part of the holida... Read More

Wellness

Take your workout to the air

By Julie Mitchell

Some of us have a hard time working out upright — running, walking, or riding seems challenging enough. But imagine this: You’re doing a really tough workout that involves ... Read More

Home & Garden

Warm up with coffee

By Julia Strzesieski

Across San Francisco and the nation, coffee continues to have its moment. Upscale and boutique coffee shops are on the rise, and it seems every day there is a latest and greatest m... Read More

Wellness

Take your workout to the air

By Julie Mitchell

Some of us have a hard time working out upright — running, walking, or riding seems challenging enough. But imagine this: You’re doing a really tough workout that involves ... Read More

Caring For Our Kids

Tips for finding the best babysitter

By Liz Farrell

Babysitting is not easy. To be good, you need to have patience, and be caring and confident. As parents, we want a sitter who can settle an argument over a toy, calm a child with s... Read More

Caring For Our Kids

Tooth fairy tips

By Liz Farrell

The tooth fairy can be an important part of a child’s life, especially in the early years of losing teeth. Most children hold on to their belief in the tooth fairy longer tha... Read More

Wellness

Seasonal eating

By Thalia Farshchian

As we enter fall, we say goodbye to fresh berries, watermelons, and heirloom tomatoes only to say hello to pumpkins, sweet potatoes, and pomegranates. In our modern times, we have ... Read More

Home & Garden

Get rain ready

By Julia Strzesieski

If the predictions are as accurate as the hype, we will be in for a healthy dose of rain this season. Despite the lack of creeks and streams in our urban areas, we can still experi... Read More

Wellness

Piloxing Barre: A winning dance, boxing, and Pilates hybrid

By Julie Mitchell

Ballet bar workouts have been around for a while, and they seem to be multiplying. Those in search of a toning, stretching, and sculpting workout can choose from many options, incl... Read More

Caring For Our Kids

Back-to-school apps for parents

By Liz Farrell

Heading back to school is an exciting time for children. The backpacks are packed, the new shoes are laid out, and all the pencils are sharpened. It can also feel a bit hectic, esp... Read More

Home & Garden

Exterior painting: Fixing common problems

By Julia Strzesieski

September provides an ideal time for exterior house painting to enhance your home’s curb appeal. Many factors can affect whether a painting project succeeds or fails. To avoi... Read More

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