By Randy Cale, PH.D How can you teach your children to handle money responsibly? What are the strategies that successful parents use, when teaching their kids about money? Do you pay kids for doing their chores? Should you remove allowances...
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Spray your headaches awayWhoever would have imagined that a burst of pepper spray up your nose would eliminate headaches and allergies? Certainly not Wayne Perry, who would have tried that technique years ago while suffering from debilitating “cluster headaches” that...
Put your tax refund to work
By Jerry Pittz Now that we’re in the midst of tax season, you may be anticipating a tax refund, if you haven’t already received one. Of course, not everyone receives a refund, but among those who do, the amount can...
Cardio machines:
What you don’t know may stop you from getting results! By Judy Torel In my work as a personal trainer, I have noticed a disturbing, yet increasingly common phenomenon in my new clients: cardio machine mythitis. This is the term...
Entertainment
The low-key hustle of workers during the day in the downtown areas of Albany and Saratoga turns into an excited buzz once the sun goes down, as many hit their favorite bars and clubs. There are many places around the...
Last Page with John Gray
Shop ‘till you drop By John Gray Close your eyes and picture it. The two gladiators line up nose-to-nose, weapons in hand, feet planted for traction, both clench their teeth and wait for the signal. Then it happens —suddenly, they...
Editor’s Letter
A few years ago, I had all of my Christmas gifts purchased and wrapped by Halloween. Neurotic or just too much time on my hands? Before you answer, my plan was to beat the stress of holiday shopping and just...
Weather facts with Jason Gough
How about that...here we are in December. After what was quite a year for the Capital Region and the United States weather wise, we are entering winter 2005. Things promise to be a bit quieter, but also a bit whiter....
Question: How do you land a man?
Answer: You don’t. By Kimberlee Brandt While attending a wedding recently I was asked about my profession. The bride and groom were in their late thirties and had finally found one another. Many women at this small wedding were lamenting...
Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy
A deep luxurious massage By Lisa Tyrka, LMT Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy is an adaptation of an ancient form of barefoot massage that is done when a therapist walks on a client’s back with bare feet while holding onto ceiling...