Many behaviors trumpeted as ordinary for children in the 1960s would be mortifying to people today, mostly due to huge shifts in ideas regarding safety and societal expectations. Even though it was the norm back then, if parents from the ’60s were to raise their children in the same manner today, they might find social …
JayDee Vykoukal
When most people think of the Great Depression, they picture the usual snapshots: the Wall Street crash, long breadlines, and photos of Dust Bowl farmers struggling to survive. But the truth is, the Great Depression was much more than a financial catastrophe; it changed the way people lived, thought, and worked in ways that are …
Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, isn’t your run-of-the-mill holiday. Forget the spooky ghosts and ghouls of Halloween—this Mexican tradition is a beautiful celebration of life and remembrance. Picture a kaleidoscope of colors, joyful music, and families coming together to honor their loved ones who have passed on. It’s a time when, …
Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is not the stereotypical commercialized holiday filled with consumerism (we’re looking at you, Halloween). Unlike Halloween, which has an intentionally eerie feel, this Mexican celebration is a beautiful homage to life and remembrance. It’s a time when families believe the boundaries between the living and the …
“Aging is inevitable; growing old is a choice,” wrote the author Joseph Rain, and many people tend to agree. Whether you envision your golden years filled with travel, gardening, tasting wine at Sunday fairs, or learning how to surf with your grandkids, the key to a happy, thriving “future you” lies in the daily choices …
Remote work has transformed how millions of Americans approach their jobs. While many workplaces adopted telework out of necessity due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the trend has evolved from a rare exception to common practice. It’s impacted everything from public transportation patterns to housing markets to such a degree that some have called it a …
When it comes to gift giving, finding the perfect present for that special someone who seems to have everything can be quite a challenge. Admittedly, with online shopping, most of us just buy the things we want and need on a regular basis. However, there are still some practical yet unique and fun gift ideas …
Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year, with countless deals and discounts tempting us to spend our hard-earned money. Yet, it can feel a bit ironic after we all just spent an entire day giving thanks for what we already have. With the level of consumerism surrounding Black Friday and …
Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude for all the blessings in our lives. However, it’s easy to get caught up in the stress of preparing for the holiday and forget to truly focus on gratitude. Plus, like any holiday, even Thanksgiving seems to be focused on consumerism these days, with sales and deals and …
When it comes to gift giving, finding the perfect present for that special someone who seems to have everything can be quite a challenge. Admittedly, with online shopping, most of us just buy the things we want and need on a regular basis. However, there are still some practical yet unique and fun gift ideas …
