Riddles are fun to do and they are great brain exercises! If you have a minute, try to figure this one out and post your explanation as a comment. I'll put up the answer sometime next week. Let's see who the real brainiacs of Broad River Trace are! You are a prisoner in a dungeon, with a torturer who likes to gamble. One day, he brings you two glasses... [Read more...]
When was the last time you read a good book? For most people who spend their time shuffling between their computers and televisions, books sometimes catch the short end of the stick. But they are still important nonetheless. If you're free this weekend, check out the South Carolina Book Festival and get inspired. The festival serves as the centerpiece... [Read more...]
Are you going to celebrate Mardi Gras today? Fat Tuesday is known as a free for all before the beginning of Lent, which is tomorrow. It's a day of indulgence and for some this can be a good thing, and for others a negative. Whatever your take on it, let's make Fat Tuesday a great Tuesday. You can get into the spirit with a Mardi Gras King Cake or other... [Read more...]
Are you going to watch the opening ceremonies for the Winter Olympics tonight? They are being held in Vancouver, B.C. and you can watch the opening ceremonies at 7:30 p.m. ET on your local NBC station. The complete Winter Olympics schedule can be found online. Read More →
Did you know that Columbia will have a representative in this year's Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver? Pretty cool, huh? Bobsledder Mike Kohn will be in the driver seat in the bobsled for the first time in his Olympic career. His four-man team won the bronze for the U.S. in the 2002 Winter Games in Salt Lake City. Will you be watching? Let's send some positive... [Read more...]
Are you scratching your head over what to do for Valentine's Day? Remember that price doesn't matter; it's the thought that counts. So think about what that special lady or man in your life would like to do. Even if it is staying at home, make sure you clean the apartment, put out some candles and think about the things he/she likes the most. If you are looking... [Read more...]
I know the emotional side is for New Orleans Saints, but I'm going for the Colts. Peyton Manning is going to lead his team to the second Super Bowl under his reign. While I think Drew Brees is talented, I've got to side with Manning. Now, just because I say it doesn't mean it is so. Madden NFL, who has predicted the winner for the past 5 out of 6 seasons, says... [Read more...]
We can go green in easier ways than we may think. Did you know that cutting your shower short will help not only your water usage, but your energy usage? Yep, that's right. Your heating bill should decrease when you trim your shower time. That puts some extra money in your pocket and it helps the environment at the same time. Read More →
Taylor Swift has been the princess of the award season as critics sing her praises and fans line up to buy her albums. She has won countless awards, including Best Album of the Year last night at the Grammy’s. I think that she is talented, but honestly I don’t think she would be anywhere close to where she is if not for Kanye West. Swift received so much... [Read more...]
