Tag: Bright

Getting to the Root of the Problem

Question: I plant my annuals and perennials the same way, and some plants flourish while some just sit there. What am I doing wrong, and can the problem be fixed after the plant is in the ground? For instance, I planted six tomato plants at the end of May, and though their color is fine,…


Anxiety Can Help Us—Here’s How to Make It Work for You

Successful people at the pinnacle of their careers often find themselves juggling more things at home and at work and struggling with stress. But what if anxiety could be transformed into an asset? Dr. Chloe Carmichael, the author of the self-help book “Nervous Energy,” said there are ways and tools to redirect anxiety into productive…


Will the IRS Negotiate on Back Taxes?

You’ve probably seen those TV ads with companies claiming they can settle your tax debt for pennies on the dollar. The ad shows happy people saying they owed thousands of dollars but only had to pay hundreds. These companies claim to have great negotiating skills. But will the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) really come down…


Piercing Through Alaska’s Wilderness by Train

“Folks, it’s 300 feet straight down to the bottom of Hurricane Gulch,” the Alaska Railroad conductor declares, “and … hold on. I don’t know why we’ve paused. Let me find out.” Passengers glance at each other quizzically, peering out the window to see that, yes, it’s a long, long way down to the bottom of…


People’s Paste: First Aid for Minor Cuts, Burns, Insect Bites, and Rashes

Follow the “Herbal First Aid Kit”series here. In this series, we look at natural alternatives to modern first aid kits, which usually consist of medications made from synthetic chemicals. If you’re looking for natural solutions for acute conditions, these herbs are safe, effective, and easily available. My first experience with people’s paste was when a mountain lion…


People’s Paste: Herbal First Aid for Minor Cuts, Burns, Insect Bites, and Rashes

Follow the “Herbal First Aid Kit”series here. In this series, we look at natural alternatives to modern first aid kits, which usually consist of medications made from synthetic chemicals. If you’re looking for natural solutions for acute conditions, these herbs are safe, effective, and easily available. My first experience with people’s paste was when a mountain lion…


Dance Through the Ages

Painterly depictions of dance are some of the most beautiful and beloved works in art history. Famous examples portray this theme through different styles, including history painting, portraiture, and genre scenes. They show mythical figures, aristocrats, and commoners engaged in bodily rhythmic movement, a primordial expression of our humanity. ‘A Dance to the Music of…


Police Officer’s Bodycam Records Dramatic Rescue of a Woman Trapped Inside a Burning Car

Georgia police have released dramatic body camera footage of a woman being rescued from a burning car. Due to the quick actions of the sergeant, a life was potentially saved. On July 1, Sergeant Ashleigh Taylor of the Candler County Sheriff’s Department was called to respond to a vehicle crash on Highway 46. Sgt. Taylor arrived…


Activate Motivation to Regain Strength and Vitality in the Senior Years

Editor’s Note: You know you need to exercise, but has your well of motivation run dry over the years? How can you replenish it? Lack of motivation can be caused by mental barriers to change, fear of injury, or dealing with ongoing physical issues such as pain or illness. In “Strength Training for Seniors,” Paige…


Man Painstakingly Crafts Scaled-Down Model of Noah’s Ark to Last Detail, Brings Bible Epic to Life

A nearly-retired construction worker in Virginia spent years of spare evenings and weekends building a perfect replica of Noah’s Ark. Down to the smallest detail, his creation is faithful to one of the Bible’s most enduring epics. Mackie Jenkins, 65, from Washington, D.C. originally, started a Bible study ministry three decades ago in Warrenton, Virginia,…