A granddad and grandson looking at a laptop together, perhaps doing a Kids Jumble puzzle
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Jumble Puzzles: Noisy Cows and Happy Cat

Two scrambled word challenges, for Kids and the Classic

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | August 19, 2024
A senior couple getting married on the beach, possibly a practical wedding but still done with love.
Advice for Life

Resenting Mom’s Practical Wedding

It was the financial adviser’s idea, after all

By R. Eric Thomas | August 16, 2024
A man talking on his mobile phone on a subway car, risking an overheard conversation. Image by Tatsiana Yatsevich
Greg Schwem

Conversations Overheard in Public

Should the ‘quiet car’ really be that silent?

By Greg Schwem | August 9, 2024
A sad woman sitting in a wheelchair outside in a park. Image by motortion. Used with advice column on showing up for disabled friends.
Advice for Life

Showing Up for Disabled Friends

Her friends treat her differently now, and it hurts

By R. Eric Thomas | August 9, 2024
watermelons. Photo by Cathie King, Dreamstime. A lineup to get you revved up, plus a special “get outta town” idea, in What’s Booming: Melons, Motors, Mountain Music, Maria, and Mmm-ore. And What's Booming RVA: August 8 to 15
What’s Booming – RVA Events

More What’s Booming RVA: August 8 to 15

A week of entertaining and inspiring events plus a road trip and news

By Annie Tobey | August 8, 2024
A little girl and her granddad looking at a computer screen, perhaps even doing a puzzle like this week's Jumble puzzles with skunks and a race
David L Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Jumble Puzzles: Skunks and a Race

Two scrambled word challenges – Jumble for Kids and the Classic

By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek | August 5, 2024
A 40th high school reunion, by Joe Sohm. Old classmates pose for a photograph on the steps of their school.
Advice for Life

50th High School Reunion Quandary

Putting one night in perspective

By R. Eric Thomas | August 2, 2024
An unhappy couple, potentially considering if an open marriage is the answer. Image by Wavebreakmedia Ltd.
Advice for Life

Is an Open Marriage the Answer?

A loveless marriage, and a new connection

By R. Eric Thomas | July 26, 2024
Rocky Mountain National Park: Sunrise at Sprague Lake. Photo by Nick Thomas
Nick Thomas

Rocky Mountain National Park

Tips for taking in the natural Colorado beauty, wildlife, and outdoor recreation

By Nick Thomas | July 24, 2024
Budapest’s thermal baths are a fun and relaxing cultural experience – BYO swimsuit and towel. CREDIT: (Cameron Hewitt, Rick Steves’ Europe).
Rick Steves

Budapest’s Thermal Baths

Soaking in opulence

By Rick Steves | July 23, 2024

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