Seven books to toss in your beach bag this summer
Summer and reading go hand in hand. There’s something magical about settling into a beach chair, the sound of crashing waves in the background, and getting lost in a story. Whether you’re lounging on the sand in Ocean City, relaxing by the pool or escaping to...
Fireworks, food and fun: Your guide to a healthy Fourth at the Shore
The Fourth of July is one of our favorite shore traditions, full of boardwalk fireworks, backyard barbecues, and long, lazy days by the water. This year the celebration feels especially exciting as our nation marks its 250th birthday! With a little planning, we can...
Cute card revoked: When other dogs no longer see your puppy as an innocent baby
My puppy Bento Box has turned five months old, is in the throes of teething, and has lost his cute card with the other dogs in the house. Bringing a puppy into a multi-dog or one-dog household is going to require management. It is absolutely normal for the older dog...
Keeping pets safe in the summer
There is nothing quite like summer at the shore. The longer days, warm evenings, backyard cookouts, beach trips, and holiday celebrations are part of what makes this season so special. For many families, pets are right there with us, riding along for weekend plans,...
The big (or little) American road trip
A Senior’s Observations, Opinions and Rantings Senior Moments Traditionally, summer is the time for families to take to the road, be it a long weekend or a more ambitious, extended journey. It is prudent, for a more extensive journey, to make some preparations for...
