It might feel like scheduling a dental appointment, but with Valentine's Day almost here, don't forget to put it on your calendar. It may seem an overly commercialized holiday, but the connection you make with your spouse can be life-changing. Cha-ching!



With your dog! Your pets can get stir crazy in the cold, winter months. Parks have had a chance to clear trails by now, and with the proper attire, you can take advantage of them. Your pets will thank you. Be sure to call ahead to make sure the trails are available.


Starting on February 7, there's a whole run of holidays for you to delve into. Rose Day! How about Propose Day? Then there's Chocolate Day, Teddy Day, Promise Day, Hug Day, and Kiss Day. Are you sensing the theme? They all lead up to the big one, but if you are into the spirit, take advantage of all of them. A week of celebrations! Perfect! February made better than ever!


Notice how I spelled "shear" in the title? That's because kitchen shears are one of the best tools you can have when cooking. The top-notch ones can cut through small bones and snip boneless chicken breasts to just the right size. Click here to view an outstanding pair from Pampered Chef. I highly recommend them.


Tired of the snow and dreary landscapes? Now's the time to start putting away some serious cash for that dream cruise. Major discounts usually kick in during March. Just enough time to prepare! Sweet it will be! (Be sure to mask up while on the water! Stay Covid-free!)