Friday, February 17, 2012
Roses are red, violets are blue, sugar is sweet and so, apparently, is paper.
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Friday, February 17, 2012
Themed photo shoots are becoming tradition in our St. Louis household. For Christmas, Julie put Micah in a white cloth diaper and into a green-and-red wagon my grandfather made for me when I was little. Props came as part of the package: Reindeer antlers for the baby and a stuffed animal for his entertainment. When my mom suggested that she do something similar for Valentine's Day, Julie knew just what do to. Micah wore a white onesie (and pants. You don't really think we'd let the need to engage in a photo shoot override our son's need for warmth in winter, do you?). Julie spread a white sheet on the floor and crafted a pink heart out of construction paper with the words "Kiss me" written on it in red marker. She covered her lips in red …
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
The residents of Sunrise on Clayton, in Richmond Heights, spoke about how they met and provided keys to a lasting relationship in conjunction with Valentine's Day on Tuesday.
In honor of Valentine's Day on Tuesday, Clayton-Richmond Heights Patch teamed up with Maplewood-Brentwood Patch to ask three committed couples about their lives together and what it takes to maintain a relationship. We visited Richmond Heights-based Sunrise on Clayton, home to approximately 80 senior residents. Here is some of what they told us. Paul and Betty Hayes Age: 88 Years married: 67 Anniversary: March 22, 1945 Formerly of: Dogtown Paul and Betty Hayes met in their mid-teens while attending Shelbina High School in northeast Missouri. For Paul, it was love at first sight. "'That's her, I'm going to marry her,'" Betty recalls him saying. They were reintroduced at a dinner party. Paul went to college in Quincy, IL, while Betty …
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Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Marvin Young is a resident of Sunrise on Clayton in Richmond Heights. His wife, Sue, lives in Warson Woods.
In honor of Valentine's Day, Clayton-Richmond Heights Patch teamed up with Maplewood-Brentwood Patch to ask several committed couples about their lives together and what it takes to maintain a relationship. We visited Richmond Heights-based Sunrise on Clayton, home to approximately 80 senior residents. Here is what one of the couples told us. Marvin and Sue Young Age: Marvin is 82 and Sue is 80 Years married: 59 Anniversary: Aug. 23, 1952 Formerly of: Warson Woods (Sue still lives there; Marvin lives at Sunrise) Marvin and Sue Young of Warson Woods met on a blind date arranged by her suitemate. He was a student at Westminster College, she a student at William Woods College. Both are located in Fulton, MO. Sue wasn't thrilled. "'I don't …
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Monday, February 13, 2012
Ahead of Valentine's Day, three residents of Richmond Terrace, a retirement community operated by Lutheran Senior Services, talk about love and love lost.
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Monday, February 13, 2012
Friday, February 10, 2012
We had great participation for our Valentine's Day edition of Mid-County Food Fight. Here are your other top picks.
The people have spoken (or, at least, some of the people): Cyrano's Cafe & Wine Bar is the most romantic place to go in Mid-County for a Valentine's Day dinner. Our Valentine's Day poll garnered 32 votes. Readers submitted romantic recommendations via our comments section, Facebook and Twitter. There were seven restaurants in Mid-County that garnered votes—Acero Ristorante, Eclipse Restaurant, Cyrano's, Cafe Provencal, Mosaic-Des Peres, One 19 North and Citizen Kane's Steakhouse. Cyrano's ended up with 25 percent of the vote. Here's how the other Food Fight finalists ranked: Check back on Monday for next week's Food Fight! And, of course, have a very special Valentine's Day.
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Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Vote for the most romantic place to get Valentine's Day dinner in Mid-County among this week's Food Fight finalists in our poll.
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Wednesday, February 8, 2012
For this week's Patch Food Fight, we asked readers where they find the best wings in the Mid-County area. We got a lot of feedback—thanks to everyone who submitted their nominations by commenting in our article. There were seven restaurants in Mid-County that garnered votes—Acero Ristorante, Eclipse Restaurant, Cyrano's, Cafe Provencal, Mosaic-Des Peres, One 19 North and Citizen Kane's Steakhouse. Readers also suggested romantic dinner destinations in St. Louis City, including Sidney Street Cafe, Giovanni's on the Hill, Gian-Tony’s and Vin de Set. You can cast your vote for your favorite among the Mid-County finalists by submitting your answer in the poll below. Voting will continue through 5 p.m Thursday. Check back Friday morning to …
And how old does a qualified sitter need to be?
This week, we'll explore a parenting issue that involves new beginnings and trust. Suppose you are new to St. Louis. The necessary paperwork has been filled out, so the kids are ready for school and activities. But with Valentine's Day approaching, you and your spouse would like to find someone to watch them for a night. So onto this week's question: What resources would you use to find a reliable baby-sitter? How old does a qualified sitter need to be?
Monday, February 6, 2012
Mid-County Patch sites want to know where to take that special someone on Valentine's Day.
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- Owen Skoler
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Monday, February 6, 2012
Welcome to "Food Fight," a column aimed at finding the best foodie finds in the mid-county area — Webster, Kirkwood, Des Peres, Maplewood, Brentwood, Clayton, Richmond Heights, Rock Hill, University City and Warson Woods. The weekly Food Fight is meant to be a way for readers to pick and vote on their favorite places to get certain entrees in the area. Each week, we will ask you to tell us your favorite place to get a cup of coffee or a salad or breakfast. This week we're looking for romantic foodie finds. We want to know: Where's the most romantic place in Mid-County for a Valentine's Day dinner? You can let us know your favorite spot by commenting below. You will be able to submit your vote through 5 p.m. Tuesday. From there, we will …
The Pics of the Litter campaign will promote pets available for adoption at the APA of Missouri in Brentwood.
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- Nate Birt
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Monday, February 6, 2012
Ten adoption-eligible dogs got pampered and photographed in style last week as part of a collaboration between Clayton's Brighton Agency and the Brentwood-based Animal Protective Association of Missouri. The goal of the campaign—titled Pics of the Litter—is to spotlight dogs who have been at the APA since as far back as November. "There's nothing wrong with these dogs," said Becky Krueger, APA's director of education and public relations. "They're happy, they're healthy, they're friendly." Dogs such as those who are older, have darker fur or are higher-energy sometimes aren't adopted as quickly as others, she said. While the APA's website includes photos of these prospective pets, high-quality images often aren't available because of …
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
A roundup of odd, unusual and head-scratching crime reports in the St. Louis area.
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- Dan Barger
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
Disappearing Act A woman who lives in an apartment on High Ridge Boulevard handed her boyfriend her engagement ring Jan. 11 when he told her he wanted to show her a magic trick. Instead, he ran out the front door and disappeared. The ring is valued at $5,000. Remember to Turn Off Those Cell Phones Arnold police charged a Barnhart man, 19, with disturbing the peace at the Arnold 14 Cine, 1912 Richardson Road. Police booked the man and later released him on a court summons. Late Night Snack A U-Gas gas station employee, at 3611 West Outer Road, reviewed security video and saw two men steal two bottles of Jack Daniels whiskey and one sandwich. Were All the Thrones Occupied? Police arrested a woman from Affton for property damage after she sat…
Wayne Lowen
11:18 am on Tuesday, February 14, 2012
They are still a very lovely, and committed couple. Great story. more ›