Tag: columns
Plain Talk About Food | Oh That Bread Pudding!
I was such a little thing when Uncle picked me up and sat me down on a red leather stool that swiveled. Honestly, I...
The Mountain Gardener | Long-lived Survivors in the Garden
Many, many years ago my landscape designer group was fortunate to get a private tour by the head gardener at Filoli Gardens. One of...
TherapyWorks | The Role of Community in Self Care
When we hear the term “self care,” we often think of solo activities—reading a book, journaling, taking a bath or going for a walk...
Finance | Fundamental Analysis in Securities Investing
The market dipped 1.7% today (Feb. 21, 2025) with fears of tariff wars and inflation, but I sleep well. This CFP generally encourages securities...
The Mountain Gardener | The Good, the Bad & the Ugly:...
I live on Boulder Creek where the native red alder is in full bloom. Their catkins release wind-borne pollen, which along with the redwoods...
Plain Talk About Food | Ahh, That Skirt Steak!
“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” —Winston Churchill
Often when I am in Santa...
Fitness | Sleep Hygiene for Better Health
What do you know about Sleep Hygiene? How is your sleep affecting your health?
Sleep Hygiene is the practices and habits that promote good quality...
The Mountain Gardener | Landscape Design Tips for Your Garden
This is the time of year to re-imagine your garden. Sure, that cleanup and weed control is an ongoing task, but it’s more fun...
Mayor’s Message | Smooth Roads Ahead in Scotts Valley
As a small city operating with only 6.5% of its residents’ property tax revenue, Scotts Valley faces significant financial challenges in providing essential services....
Finance | Taxing the Rich? How the Wealthy Maneuver to Pay...
Trump may keep his TCJA from expiring this year as Biden, seeking wealth taxes, claims: “No billionaire should pay a lower tax rate than...
News Briefs | Published Jan. 2, 2026
Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau named ‘County of the Year’
Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau received the “County of the Year” award at the California...
