The year's biggest shopping week is here — and it's bringing in the highest shopper turnout on record. An unprecedented nearly 187 million Americans plan to shop this Thanksgiving weekend, the ...

This summer, as those in the past, my two oldest grandchildren from Midland will (hopefully) stay with me and my wife for several days. If the weather is cooperative they will swim and splash around ...

As an insurance reporter, I've long been a proponent of shopping for car insurance. Insurance prices can vary between companies, even for the same person, and comparing quotes is the best way to get ...

I don’t know how on earth I wrote a whole column last week about spring being sprung … and failed to mention the blooming of flowers and trees. Always, I’ve noticed them. Ever since I read a poem by A ...

For nearly two centuries, the White House’s main entrance — framed by a row of graceful Ionic columns — has been a signature image of the seat of American power. Now the Trump-appointed head of a ...

Every day, the average American throws away over 4.9 pounds of trash. Much of this could be reused, repaired, or reimagined. Waste reduction and upcycling (or reuse) are two powerful ways to save ...

As the creature drew closer, I could see facial features. It was not Big Foot; it was our oldest daughter wearing a thick, plush throw. She's petite, so it was more like Little Foot, if you want to ...

Spider plants (Chlorophytum comosum) are a popular houseplant for beginners. Low-maintenance, adaptable, and tolerant of neglect, you will often see their long, dramatic leaves cascading from hanging ...

Full length mirrors can dramatically change how a space feels. This DIY project shows how to build a simple, modern mirror frame with basic tools and materials. The design is beginner-friendly but ...

Soon after the beginning of a new year, I encourage people to take a snapshot of their net worth. We’ve covered it here before, but doing so is a straightforward exercise that will most likely take ...