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  April 12, 2024
  

  Life in the Pines: A tale of two realities: Finding balance between real life and technology?

  When it comes to her kids, Marla Hoffman wrestles with best of technology and the worst of it.

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  March 21, 2024
  

  Life in the Pines: Celebration of the equinox is more than our traditions

  Whether you observe Easter or mark the arrival of spring weather, the Vernal Equinox is always there, Marla Hoffman writes.

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  March 15, 2024
  

  Life in the Pines: Leprechauns, a St. Patrick’s Day curiosity

  Marla Hoffman takes a look at the conflicting and fantastical history of the leprechaun legend.

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  February 16, 2024
  

  Life in the Pines: When it’s time to let go, you’ll know

  Marla Hoffman says goodbye to her beloved dog as peace drifts in among her other pets.

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  January 19, 2024
  

  Life in the Pines: When it comes to your pets, work for their trust, not love

  Introducing a new kitten into a family comes with more nuance than her family was prepared for, Marla Hoffman writes.

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  January 5, 2024
  

  Life in the Pines: Forget new beginnings — your story has already begun

  In her first column of 2024, Marla Hoffman tells us that the best time to improve your life is right now.