Dog makes loving companion for senior
Typically, we hear all about a boy and his dog: Timmy and Lassie; Charlie Brown and Snoopy; Nixon and Checkers. pantagraph.com |
Parents stumped by kids' math
When it comes to helping her son with math homework, Lisa Earl is at a loss. pantagraph.com |
The checkup: Children keep close contact as their parents get older
DULUTH, Minn. -- As parents age, especially into their 80s and 90s, their adult children often worry about their well-being. Allowing parents to remain independent and making sure they’re OK can require a delicate balance: How do you make sure your parents are safe and happy without intruding into their lives? pantagraph.com |
Speed baby-sitting follows quickie dating for some couples
SAN DIEGO -- Katie Schaefer and Barrie Davies met several years ago at a speed-dating seminar, chatting for five minutes before furiously scribbling notes about what they liked — and didn’t — about each other. pantagraph.com |
Home cooking, familiar brands gain in popularity during recession
CHICAGO -- In the grocery aisles and in kitchens across the country, old school is increasingly in, courtesy of the recession and higher food prices. pantagraph.com |