Skin Care Column: Managing Dry, Itchy Skin In Winter
Skin Care ColumnI ran this column last year and thought it would be worth revisiting as many of my clients have found this information useful.
Aging and years of sun exposure reduce the capacity of your skin tomoisturize itself, so your skin often becomes dry, flaky and itchy. Your skin becomes even drier when humidity is lower in the winter and in dry climates. To help combat dry skin and itchiness try these tips:
- Avoid using harsh soaps, which are drying to the skin. Instead, use mild or glycerin soaps on the body such as Alpha Keri, Basis, Eucerin,
New Mexico Airlines Flight Schedule Update
COUNTY News:
New Mexico Airlines contacted Los Alamos County officials late Thursday afternoon to say that they expect to resume full service next week.
The airlines has not flown its route between Los Alamos and Albuquerque since Monday. Los Alamos County Public Information Officer Julie Habiger said this morning that she expects to release another update early next week as the County continues to closely monitor the situation.
The airlines previously suspended all flights in New Mexico in early December. Public Works Director Philo Shelton said in a Dec. 12 news release that commercial Read More
Unitarian Church Presents ‘Northern New Mexico Regional Art Center’ By Maura Taylor
UCLA News:
Sunday 9:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Los Alamos, Maura Taylor will present a forum talk about the Northern New Mexico Regional Art Center, a small community nonprofit in Espanola.
In addition to running Espanola’s two museums and operating a gallery and visitor’s center, the organization offers free art and music classes to children. During her past three summers as a college student, Maura interned at the center, and will discuss both her own experiences and general information for those interested in learning about the NNMRAC and nonprofit work Read More
Questioning God
By Lisa Rothrock and Mother Alicia PopeIs it okay to question God? Is it disrespectful to question God at all when we don’t understand? Is it okay to vent our deepest pain, regrets, and emotions to God? Where is the line where we start to show disrespect to God in our questioning of His nature and actions?
This Sunday evening, Jan. 11, at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church, ring in the New Year at our contemporary worship service, where Mother Alicia Pope will examine these issues by viewing different people in the Old and New Testament to see if they Read More
American Legion Post 90 Enchilada Dinner Jan. 9
How the Hen House Turns – The Chicken In Winter
How the Hen House TurnsMaybe this story should be called the Goose in Winter or Ducks in Winter. I remember being called by the Duck Buddies to come and help gather them from Ashley Pond’s Pond because there was no open water left for them. The pond had frozen over, and the Chief of Police didn’t want to lose his job if they started roaming all over town, looking for shelter.
My little ducks would shiver if the temperature got down to 15. That was scary. I thought ducks could take such cold. Didn’t they? In the wild? Now I know they did okay if there was Read More
Food on the Hill: Recipes From ‘The Messy Hands Cookbook’
Food on the Hill
Copy of ‘The Messy Hands Cookbook/ Courtesy Felicia OrthLos Alamos Family Strengths Network, a local non-profit organization, improves the quality of family life in our community through educational and fun activities provided to families, parents, teens and children. Susan Mack is FSN’s gracious and energetic executive director. Chit Chat and Change Diapers is a local group of parents and caregivers to small children, joined to create Read More
Habitat For Humanity Seeks Los Alamos House Partner
HFH News:
Habitat for Humanity of Espanola Valley & Los Alamos, Inc. is currently accepting applications for a New House Partner. The home is to be built on a small empty lot at 3564 Questa in Los Alamos.
Applicants must live or work in Los Alamos and fit the HUD income guidelines for Los Alamos.
Applications are available online at https:////habitatevla.org/, at the Habitat office or contact 505.747.2690, for further information and/or an application. Read More
Pegg: New Year’s Exercise Program
New Year’s Exercise Program
Another new year is upon us and that means that many of you will be resolving to get fit, lose weight, or improve your health this coming year. Good for you! There is no time like the present to start out on your path to a healthier, more fit life.
But often that’s easier said than done. If you don’t have a significant workout history it can be challenging to find the right exercise program and stick with it long term. Fear not because there are some things you can do to significantly improve your chances of succeeding with your resolutions this year.
First, Read More
Smart Design With Suzette: Closet Organization
A custom closet designed for a client by Suzette Fox. Photo by Suzette Fox
Smart Design with SuzetteHappy New Year! Many New Year’s resolutions involve getting organized. I’ve had requests to write a column on organization, specifically closet organization. It’s one of my favorite things to do!
Disorganization puts tremendous pressure on both the mind and body. Taking the time to organize your life can lift a great weight off of your shoulders and reduce stress. An organized closet can make a difference in reducing stress in the morning, whether it’s Read More
Solo Traveler: Testing Manhood
The Matadors greeted by the Queen and her Lady. Photo by Sherry Hardage
Solo TravelerMy Cuban Spanish teacher taught us a lot about bullfighting when I was in high school; the purpose of matadores and picadores, how the bulls were raised, that the skill and the dance of the bullfighter made him a true artist. But in my lifetime I had yet to see a bullfight.
In September, 2010, my friend and I were in San Miguel de Allende for the Bicentenario of the Mexican Revolution. Bullfights are always part of those independence day celebrations. John had gone to many in Read More
Pendergast: Soufflé Is Not Magic
By PEGGY PENDERGASTDoes just reading that word “soufflé” fear and trepidation in your heart?
Soufflés are nothing more than little cakes and these little cakes are actually pretty darn resilient. Chef extraordinaire James Beard shared that if you show “absolutely no fear … your soufflé will not fall”.
So with utter confidence, let’s make a soufflé.
A soufflé has a base, which should be highly seasoned to taste and a leavener (egg whites). These egg whites are instrumental as when whipped to their full capacity, provide the oomph and Read More
American Legion Enchilada Benefit Dinner Jan. 9
AMERICAN LEGION News:
The American Legion Post 90 and the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 90 will hold a benefit dinner, 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9 at the Post hall to benefit youth and charities supported by each organization.
Organizations that benefit are Wounded Warriors, Boys’ State, Girls’ State, Make A Wish Foundation, Legion Youth Shooting Sports, Legion Baseball and the high school Oratorical Contest among others.
The Legion also has a service officer who helps veterans who need help with VA benefits such as disability claims and insurance claims.
Both Unit 90 and Post 90 Read More
Los Alamos Winter Market Begins Jan. 8
Jars of honey and canned veggies. Courtesy/LAFM- Jan. 8;
- Feb. 12;
- March 12; and
- April 9.
How the Hen House Turns: Safety in Trees
How the Hen House Turns: At age 11, there were times when I felt exposed in a world filled with scoffing eyes. That’s why, after basking in my brother’s accepting company as we walked back through the tall mustard flowers toward the house, I ran to the pepper tree.
My green dome world under that tree was all cool green and sunlight. The big horizontal branches, as wide as a stuffed chair, took me up and held me gently against rough bark. It felt good to be alone there, away from mirrors and everyone else. I could reach the lovely tree’s fine green veils. I Read More
Broken Water Pipe Puts Damper On New Year’s Eve Dinner, Forces Evacuation At Manhattan Project
New Year’s Eve diners at the Manhattan Project Restaurant were informed by Victor Medina, right, at about 7 p.m. that they must vacate the building. A few minutes earlier, a fire alarm went off and firefighters arrived on the scene and discovered a broken water pipe near the sprinkler system in an empty office space at the rear of the building on Central Avenue. The water had to be shut off and once the building was evacuated, the electricity also was shut off because water had leaked near electrical breakers. Medina explained that diners who had not yet received their food could leave with no charge Read More
New Pastor Coming To Los Alamos
New pastor the Rev. Theophan Mackey and his family will arrive in Los Alamos in early January. Courtesy photo
SJOP News:
Saint Job Orthodox Parish in Los Alamos will welcome its new pastor the Rev. Theophan Mackey in January.
Father Theophan and his family will arrive early January to celebrate Nativity with the community Jan. 6-7.
Services for the Feast of Nativity, celebrated according to the Julian Calendar, will be: Vesperal Liturgy Tuesday evening beginning at 6 p.m. followed by Holy Supper and on Wednesday morning Divine Liturgy Read More
Cowboy Breakfast: Come One Come All Sunday
Food on the Hill: Poached Pears
Photo by Leo RoseFood on the HillThis Week’s Recipe: Poached Pears
The holidays seem to present endless opportunities to enjoy pastry. Flour, sugar, butter and eggs combined in a multiplicity of tasty ways: cookies, cakes, pies, rolls, fruit- and nut-studded breads. By the time New Year’s Eve rolls around, I am happy to put away the flour and serve a dessert featuring one of the fresh fruits widely available in the winter — pears.
If you are lucky enough to find perfectly ripe pears for the day you will serve them, they are delicious unadorned, or Read More
Making New Year’s Resolutions … Like Herding Cats
Making New Year’s Resolutions Is A Lot Like Herding CatsMaking New Year’s resolutions is a lot like herding cats—both Read More
