http://www.eagletribune.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:12:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_331001220.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_331001220.html It's the day after Thanksgiving, and the last thing you probably want to do is more baking. But if you have company staying for the weekend, these muffins will make breakfast a little special. This recipe won first place out of more than 4,000 entries of just muffins in a national recipe contest. They are delicious with a cup of coffee or a glass of cold milk, whether at breakfast or as a snack any time of day. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:12:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_331001256.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_331001256.html Dear Dog Lady, Ever since my dog was a puppy, we lived in a house with a big backyard. The only interaction she got with other dogs was through the slats of the fence. Now, eight years later, we have moved into a large condo building, where it seems every other person owns a dog. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:11:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_331001151.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_331001151.html You don't need to be Scrooge to visit Christmas past. This year's Candlelight Stroll at Strawbery Banke Museum in Portsmouth is celebrating "Visions of Winters Past," with more than 200 years of holiday traditions on the historic grounds. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:07:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_331000717.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_331000717.html Dear Abby: I have been seeing a guy, "Casey," for three years. I have two children by another man, and Casey took them on as if they were his. They even call him "Daddy." I'm grateful I have someone who takes such good care of my kids. I can see myself spending the rest of my life with him. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:06:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_331000634.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_331000634.html Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) and mdash; Because of your cooperative attitude, associates will be extremely supportive of causes or issues you espouse. Once you receive their cooperation, continue to be proactive. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:14:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_330001409.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_330001409.html Dear Abby: I loved the letter from "Claire in Bethlehem, Pa." (Sept. 4) and her idea of creating dinner parties or luncheons to celebrate days with unique numbers. I agree wholeheartedly with your response to her. I bet if there were a 13-13-13, Murphy's Law would mandate that it fall on a Friday! Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:13:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_330001334.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_330001334.html Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) and mdash; You could learn a painful lesson from something that takes place, but it'll be worth it. The knowledge you acquire will be extremely valuable. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) and mdash; Something you greatly desire could come through an unlikely person. This individual might not even realize the significance to you. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:05:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329225310.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329225310.html The brewski you pop open today says a lot about who you are. Check out results from a national survey and mdash; another from our readers. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:05:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329225421.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329225421.html Here are excerpts from an online survey asking readers what they think their beer and mdash; or the beers other people choose and mdash; say about them. bass I like Black and Tans. Guinness floated on top of Bass. It describes the multiple levels of my complexity, and my ability to balance multiple things. Multitasker that I am! Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:02:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329225628.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329225628.html Part of what makes the holidays so much fun is all the traditional and not-so-traditional plays, musicals and concerts on stage this time of year. They put participants and audiences in the spirit of the season with classic tales of love, joy and generosity. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:02:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329225718.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329225718.html NEW YORK (AP) and mdash; An estimated 19.2 million people watched Donny Osmond win "Dancing With the Stars" and mdash; the smallest audience for the show's finale since the first season. This was the ninth edition of the contest, one of television's most popular shows. The Nielsen Co. says ratings have been down all season for the show, an indication that viewers weren't as attached to the contestants as they were in the past. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:01:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329225450.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329225450.html When considering the meager merits of the bone-snapping, blood-splattered "Ninja Assassin," it's best to remember the words of John Goodman's PC-challenged character in "The Big Lebowski": "The man in the black pajamas, Dude. Worthy ... adversary." Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:18:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329001826.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329001826.html Dear Abby: Our family has had a difficult year. We have gone from one drama or trauma to another, but have always managed. There's one issue, however, that I can't fix. My husband, "Arthur," can't keep our problems private. He seems compelled to tell EVERYONE he meets about what's going on in our family. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:17:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329001755.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_329001755.html Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) and mdash; Today might not start out so well, but it is likely to be a day where you will turn around several failing endeavors, producing a number of happy endings. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) and mdash; If you're considering a new enterprise about which others are wary and making you uneasy, go for it anyway. It's an exceptionally good day to start a new endeavor. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:24:00 +0000 http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_328143029.html http://www.eagletribune.com/pulife/local_story_328143029.html