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When my friends and I get together there is one topic that hogs the conversation. It’s not politics or the economy. It’s not sex or even our families. It’s the fact that no longer see what we’re used to when we look in the mirror and, frankly, we’re not sure what to do about that. We’re hungry...more for information about all things cosmetic, even those of us who used to be above such things. Yet the usual places to find such information–the women’s magazines–are, for those of us fifty plus, pretty lean....

One of my most "re-pinned" photos on my Pinterest page (just means it was popular)  ... I showed these on this blog earlier, but some things deserve repeating, and, with Mother's Day coming up, you just might need a hint. These flagstone hearts make wonderful stepping stones or are pretty as an accent just as they are.

[You can now see live updates of our Instagram pictures and garden photos from all our #gardenchat gardeners across the country on our website! It’s such a fun way to share sneak peeks with what everyone is up to.

Urban Farming
Did you know that most counties include Chickens in their list of acceptable domestic animals? It's quite true. Does this news get your creative wheels turning?

There is good evidence that certain lifestyle changes can dramatically decrease the risk of disease.  The goal is to eat a healthy diet that contains lots of fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains.

Orange, yellow, red, white and purple!  We’re talking about carrots, not the rainbow.  We’re also giving you a **FREE** recipe from the newly released book The Art of Real Food!

 

Are You Living a Life of No Regrets?

Looking back on your life so far, do you have any regrets? Are there things you did and wish you hadn’t—or things you didn’t do and wish you had? Any relationships that are strained? Opportunities missed? Bridges burned?

Do you...more want to know if you lived your life with NO regrets? Click here!

Interview with Young Entrepreneur Jason McAninch of J Tek

Sarah: Please tell us, how you got started in business!

Jason: I got my start in business at a young age. I became really interested in business and entrepreneurship and the idea of running my own business at a young age, I want to say I was around 8 years old.....

In the midst of our region’s economic struggles, it’s been generally hard to find positive economic news.  But our tech sector has been doing relatively well.

"Wine is sunlight held together by water." - Galileo Some of my happiest moments have happened when wine was being served. My family aren't wine snobs, but we do enjoy our California vintages.

When the SacFoodies team was offered the opportunity to try all seven flavors of Wonka™ Ice Cream, we had to hold back from shouting a collective, “Daddy, I want it nooooow!” à la Veruca Salt.
As the weather hit the mid-80s on a Friday, we were delighted to receive a cold, frozen box...more filled with pint after pint of seven deliciously innovative flavors (although, sadly, nothing snozberry-inspired).

Everybody loves a good story of redemption. The Sac Bee's Chris Macias has a great story involving Edward Martinez, a gang member who turned his life around and is now one of the top pastry chefs in the region. Martinez...

What it promises:
NeriumAD Age-Defying Treatment is a night cream promises that to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, skin texture and aging or sun damaged skin. It’s a pretty easy nightly routine, after cleansing face immediately apply (2-4 pumps) to moist skin. In the morning just rinse the face.
 

For those of you who live in or travel through Granite Bay, can you post here when Ms. Saeng's strawberry stand at Douglas and Barton Road opens? He always has the best strawberries. Can't wait.

GREAT HANG UP: The National Auto Sports Association (NASA) shared their professional driving instructors with the Teen Car Control Clinic this week to teach young drivers respect for the power of a vehicle. 

The NASA Teen Car Control Clinic held a class in Granite Bay. The class took...more place in a safe setting so teens could get a true feel for braking, speed and handling. 

The Stephanie Bellotti Teen Foundation helped cover the cost in memory of the Placer County teen who lost her life in a car accident.

The next Northern California class takes place this summer.