Lamium Might Solve Your Groundcover Dilemma

Lamium maculatum has long been my first recommendation as a groundcover for shady problem areas. I have several patches of the cultivar "Chequers" in my yard where it thrives and gives me just what I want from...

Jupiter in Your Astrology Chart

"As above, so below" is an often heard motto in astrology. Can an individual's inborn traits be influenced by the constantly shifting energy fields of the orbiting planets? If natal charts are valid, Jupiter's...

When You Must Give Up Your Pet

Zipper Like most responsible pet owners, I made a commitment when I took in each of the many pets I've owned over the years: I would give them a “forever home”, protect them and care for them properly and never senselessly abandon them. Sadly, I...

Despite My Best Efforts, Many People Continue to Do As They Wish…

Every day I am faced with examples of friends, acquaintances, and family members who marry or divorce, begin or leave jobs, choose wardrobe items, hairstyles or even concert tickets based not upon my advice,...

How long have you had your current job, and what do you like and dislike about it?

I don't currently have a job, but since I'm still decompressing from my last one, I'd like to discuss it. I worked as a telefundraiser for the last five years in a call center, soliciting donations for a slew...

Non-invasive Breath Tests Can Detect Ulcer-Causing Bacteria

Helicobacter pylori, the bacteria found to cause ulcers and gastritis, can be effectively diagnosed with a non-invasive breath test, saving the patient the inconvenience and discomfort of endoscopy. Several...

Toxins in Imported Rawhide Dog Chews

Rawhide dog chew toys are bought by millions of pet owners every year as a seemingly harmless way to provide their pooches with a fun and a non-destructive outlet for the chewing urge, but are you really giving your dog a wholesome treat or a...

Will Limbrel Help Relieve Arthritis?

A new "medical food" recently hit the market as a treatment for osteoarthritis. It's Limbrel, manufactured by Primus Pharmaceuticals, and it allegedly offers pain relief in a different and safer way than standard arthritis drugs. "Medical foods"...

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My Paranormal Encounter: Can You Explain This?

I hesitate to describe my encounter with Judith, not because I fear you won't believe me; I can't control that, think what you will. No, I fear telling this because I can't find the right words. I would love to find literary, painterly terms, but...