The slower pace of January and February coupled with the wintry conditions encouraged this DNA sleuth to indulge in many cozy nights tucked snuggly under a thick, soft throw while delving deeply into genetic mysteries. Sorting DNA …
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February-itis
A few years ago, while hosting a couple of friends for a simple weekday lunch during the first week of February, I noted one guest’s brief glances about the room as we chatted and ate. When the …
7 Ways to Ward off the Indiana Winter Blahs
While some folks head to warmer climates at the mere mention of “colder temps are on the way,” most of us tough it out and spend winter in good ol’ Indiana. A state well known for extreme …
4 Ways to Celebrate Family History this Thanksgiving
The things we love most about Thanksgiving— the family gathered from far and near, the dining table overflowing with favorite foods, and the cherished, passed-down traditions—create a lovely backdrop for a day spent reveling in family history. …
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Memories plucked from the Family Recipe Box
I can picture the scene so clearly in my mind. Sitting around the Formica topped table in my grandma's old farmhouse kitchen. Gathered with my grandparents, my parents, and my siblings, for a home-cooked-from-scratch meal on holidays …
How do y’all feel about fall?
While the prospect of a pleasant, warm-year-round climate does hold a certain appeal, I know I would miss the change of seasons. Because each season is special and unique. Winter boasts the sparkle of a snow-covered landscape …
The Scrapbook
My latest sleuthing adventure has sent me on quite an interesting and thought-provoking journey. It all began with an early morning email message on a Wednesday in July. “I have something I want to run by you,” …
Sequel to “before I knew you” releases!
Preston's & Maggie's story continues in . . . "because I know you" I know I stretched that "coming soon . . . " thing a bit far, but the sequel to "before I knew you" is …
“Yeah, we’re having sex but we’re a couple, so…
… it’s okay. See, it’s not like I’m hooking up with someone different every weekend. We’ve been together like (fill in the blank) . So, yeah, … it’s fine.” A lot of people see hooking up or friends …
Saving Sex for Marriage in a “50 Shades of Grey” World
It’s tough to maintain sexual purity in our sex-crazed culture. And just when traditional values could really use a shot in the arm, what do we get instead? A massive assault on society’s morals. The premiere of …
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