The following includes excerpts from Parkinson’s patient Kathleen’s forthcoming book. “I laughed that my left thumb was twitching uncontrollably. Surely it was from the stress of planning a big wedding in a very short timeframe. Months later I am at a neurologist’s office drawing backward circles, pinching my fingers, trying
Restoring Homes, Rebuilding Peace of Mind: For more than half a century, Steamatic has been a trusted name in restoration, helping homeowners and businesses recover from life’s most unexpected challenges. From water and fire damage restoration to mold remediation and deep carpet cleaning, the company’s reputation is built on reliability,
Turning Trash Day Into a Thoughtful Service For most of us, trash day is a chore—one more box to check in a busy week. But for Justin Nabors, founder of Bin Butlers, it’s an opportunity to foster comfort, community, and even a little joy. With animated branding that’s as friendly
Dignity, comfort and personalized end-of-life care Community Care Hospice Orange County stands as a testament to the enduring power of compassion and family legacy. Founded by Cristina Allen, the agency specializes in in-home hospice care, providing comfort and dignity to patients and their families during life’s most delicate moments. For
How a local family built a trusted, eco-conscious pest control company focused on community, safety, and honest service SpraySafe Pest Control is a family-owned business born from experience and family values. Owner Shane Kirk’s journey into the industry didn’t begin in a classroom or with a corporate job. Instead, it
The VersaTraction™ Story and the Rise of Kahuna Grip Eighteen years ago, on the sun-soaked Orange County beaches where surfers chase the perfect wave, a small team of innovators set out to solve a slippery problem. Today, VersaTraction™ stands as a testament to ingenuity, resilience and the power of a
Steakhouse Tradition + Scratch Kitchen Creativity + Barbecue Inspired Comfort On a recent night out with fellow fledgling foodie friends, my husband Tim and I sampled the fare at The Market by the Meat Cellar for the very first time … but after such a lovely, leisurely, delicious evening, it
Creative Cuisine Highlighting the Bounty of the Pacific Coast My husband and I fancy ourselves fledgling foodies and oenophiles. A favored pastime? Enjoying inventive cuisine and a great glass of wine with good friends – sharing diverse dishes and exchanging tasting notes adds a layer of fun and discovery that
When I was younger, my Mom loved to read me the book “If You Give A Mouse A Cookie.” The plot essentially revolves around an ever-growing list of to-do’s that had to be accomplished, all set into motion by the simple act of giving a mouse a cookie. This tale
Jay Minor, Certified Senior Advisor® and Dementia Care Certified® I was doing a bit of research on word origins recently in helping my son with a high school assignment. I discovered the root “hospes,” which comes from “hostis.” But what was interesting was that the etymology actually branches off into
October 2025
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