If you thought a little sugar never hurt anyone, think again. 60 Minutes reported that the average American consumes 130 pounds of sugar a year, and scientists are confirming that this overloaded amount is causing liver damage, heart disease, and cancer. While we are biologically designed to enjoy sweet tastes because they are a sign that a food isn't poisonous, in today's society, most of our Read more

Could you fathom a teacher giving your preschooler a play beer stein — as part of a lesson plan, no less? That's what happened to parents in one Ohio town. When Elyse Bulla's 4-year-old son, Braden, came home from his school, Children's House, with a miniature green beer stein, she immediately set up a meeting with the principal to find out what was going on. Bulla was told that it was part of Read more

As many as 100 tornadoes ripped through the South yesterday, killing dozens and leaving homes and cities in utter destruction. The damage is absolutely devastating, but I know the survivors will be resilient. Looking at photos of the disaster, like this one shot in Tuscaloosa, AL, today, I cannot fathom having to rebuild my home from scratch. I'm reminded of Hurricane Katrina and how blessed I Read more

The New York Times recently published a story profiling a dying breed — the paper planner user. What was once a traditional holiday gift for the New Year is now often replaced with the convenience of digital calendars and apps on smartphones and tablets. Many paper advocates quoted in the article fear the breakdown of technology in their carefully planned lives. While the digital adopters Read more