LIVING AN EXCEPTIONAL LIFE #94
By Rhonda Jones Let’s face it. Most of us are sugaraholics. Sure, you may not admit it, but it is hard to turn down a sugary treat. The problem with these treats is that they primarily contain highly processed white sugar that has little to no nutritional value and can really become addictive when mixed with chocolate. I have to confess that I love sweet stuff, especially chocolate, so I am always looking for a way to have my cake and eat it too. Of course, a plant-exclusive
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Heroes and Thanksgiving Day 1962
Turning Back Time by Don Eskins Growing up during the early 60’s was quite an experience for young boys throughout Carlsbad, of which I was one. With fewer distractions (no internet, no cable TV or streaming services, no video games, etc.), youngsters were forced to focus on a much more limited range of life’s interests. And for us, what could have been more interesting than iconic head Cavemen football coach Ralph Bowyer and his charges? Yup, in those days, don’t think you
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No Handouts for Wildlife
by Christina Mann, Wildlife Biologist I dropped by a friend’s property on Riverside Dr. They were outside this early morning, but they were not alone. Besides some relatives, my friend was being mobbed by Canada Geese; and gleefully exclaimed that almost 30 goslings had hatched out this year. I was both dumbstruck and disgusted. This home-grown feeding program was not only technically illegal, it had the potential for harm to all creatures involved. Juvenile geese were comin
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Annual Banquet Recognizes the Best of Carlsbad
The Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce welcomed business leaders, community partners, and members to its Annual Banquet, an evening dedicated to celebrating outstanding achievements, honoring community champions, and recognizing the leadership that continues to drive Carlsbad forward. A highlight of the evening was the leadership transition from outgoing Chamber President Jeannie Watson to incoming President Emily Wirth. Watson was recognized for her dedicated service, vision, and
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Windows and Mirrors: Books Hold Unique Power
By Sarah Jones, Library Director, Carlsbad Public Library Books have a unique power in our lives. They can transport us across time and place, introduce us to people we may never meet, and help us better understand ourselves. One of the most meaningful ways to think about reading is this: books can be both a window and a mirror. When a book is a window, it allows us to investigate experiences beyond our own. Through stories, we can step into different cultures, perspectives,
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