The Greek dramatist Aeschylus is famously quoted as saying, “Marriage is a three-ring circus: engagement ring, wedding ring and suffering.” However, from ancient times to today, people keep falling in love and pledging to spend their lives together, regardless of the challenges married couples face. In celebration of marriage here are three couples, each with…
I am as fascinated by architecture as I am by food. OK, that’s not true, but architecture is a close second. When I noticed a unique round structure going up on the northwest corner of Campbell and 40th Streets, I knew it was the work of internationally renowned architect and Valley resident, Will Bruder. Who…
Parents want their children to grow up to be decent human beings. We hope our children will give back to the community, be productive citizens, get along with others and be knowledgeable and kind. Many of us also hope that our children will gain a love of learning and continue to seek knowledge throughout their…
Jim Cramer, host of MAD Money on CNBC, has a problem. The sound-effects specialist and equal-opportunity stock mocker has noticed a compelling trend on Wall Street. It seems those stocks and sectors that tend to do well in a recovery are declining, even as those which advance amid slowdowns are attracting capital. The cantankerous Mr….
Eating less and exercising more are probably the top two resolutions on everyone’s list. It’s not always easy to know how to start – and of course, even harder to stick to it – but there are people and places to help you to find a program that works for you. One such place is…
When my husband Ray was diagnosed with lung cancer two years ago, it came as a total shock. We were still basking in the glow of our trip to northern Italy, images of the lush Piedmont countryside and Lake Como still fresh in our minds. Ray ’s voice had gotten hoarse during our travels, but…
I am the world’s fastest ice cream eater. While those around me are savoring their first few bites, I have already finished. This skill was honed as an ASU student driving home in my non-air-conditioned stick shift truck with a double scoop cone from Swenson’s. Tonight, as usual, I find myself finished first and beginning…
Like most parents, I find school lunches to be one more thing to check off the list in the morning. Trying to make them quick and nutritious can be a serious task. But “serious” is something we all need to stay away from when preparing our little ones’ lunch. Whether adding food color to dips…
When Pardes Jewish Day School relocates to the Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus next fall, school and campus leaders expect the synergy to benefit both organizations and the community. When classes begin Aug. 13, 2014, the state’s largest Jewish day school will join the Jewish Community Association, the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center,…
