Sweet Water Oaks Owners Association

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Clean Silver Jewelry So It Shines

To make your silver rings, bracelets, and necklaces sparkle, here's how to clean silver jewelry the right way. Plus, how to store silver jewelry to prevent tarnish.

How to Avoid Dining at a Tourist Trap

How to Carry Concealed In a Purse (If You Must)

Many self-defense experts eschew off-body carry. But that's not always practical.

How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

10 Things Food Banks Need But Won't Ask For

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren't essentials, the staff doesn't publicly ask for them.

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

Make An Ice Cream Sundae And We'll Reveal Which Character From "Friends" You Are

Frozen dessert sales get a boost from health-focused products

Consumer interest in healthy options is reinvigorating frozen dessert sales as shoppers seek out products featuring probiotics, high protein content, and in-demand nutritional ingredients such as coconut. Grocery sales of frozen desserts are expected to outpace dollar sales growth for the overall market, according to Packaged Facts, which predicts sales will reach almost $11.7 billion in 2018.

Shaved Snow Is the Fluffiest, Most Delightful Frozen Dessert There Is

You've had ice cream and you've had shaved ice. But have you had shaved snow, the best frozen dessert there is?

No ice cream maker? You don’t need one to make a tasty homemade treat

Should your once-in-a-lifetime dream cruise aboard the Good Ship Lollipop come to a crashing halt on the rock candy cliffs of some lonely dessert island, wouldn’t it be great to

The Boat Galley: Ovenless Sweet Treats

Daily boating news and info about boats, the ocean and the people who enjoy powerboating and sailing

How to get your dog free ice cream

Why should humans have all the fun on National Ice Cream Day?

Is There Such a Thing as Healthy Ice Cream?

These brands market themselves as healthy ice cream, but are they really? Consumer Reports put them to the test.

13 Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About Ice Cream

You love it, but how well do you really know ice cream?

An Inside Scoop on the Pros and Cons of Ice Cream and Other Frozen Treats

The heat is on, which means cold treats are in season. Before you indulge in that scoop of ice cream or gelato, learn what’s inside these frozen treats, their benefits, and their drawbacks.

So Delicious Takes Frozen Desserts to a Whole Other Level and That’s Not All

Are you looking for the best vegan ice cream ever? So Delicious has you completely covered with their large selection of non dairy frozen desserts. You can find fudge bars, sandwiches, pints, and d…