Bloom Magazine
Category: Columns
Regular columns from Bloom Magazine’s roster of writers — opinion, commentary, and recurring perspectives on life in Bloomington.
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Why Long-Term Care Insurance Is Important
Discussions of health as we get older typically revolve around fears of serious illness, such as cognitive diseases or cancer.…
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The Schmutz in Your Glass
If you’ve ever finished a bottle of wine, you’ve probably had the experience of pouring the last of it out…
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The Lowdown On Organic Wines
As a member of an older generation that grew up with conventional farming techniques and chemical usage, I am skeptical…
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Autumn is the Time For Irish Red Ales
As Indiana University students return to campus, Bloomington is once again taking on shades of cream and crimson. While I’m…
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The Haze Craze: New England IPAs
The craft beer scene can be trendy. It’s an industry driven by innovation and boundary-smashing. The newest beer craze—the New…
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What to Do (and Not Do) on St. Valentine’s Day
BY MOYA ANDREWS Flowers are reliable symbols of affection. According to a Society of American Florists survey, 82 percent of…
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Tips to Pick a Good Wine
Imagine walking into a wine store and immediately finding the perfect wine for an occasion. It’s a nice fantasy but,…
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InBloom: Hardy Hibiscus Add Tropical Touch to Midwestern Gardens
At this time of year, in some local gardens, you may notice and admire large blooms in pink, white, and…
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Exploring Owen Valley Wines
Just 20 minutes west of Bloomington, on Highway 46, the town of Spencer, Indiana, is enjoying a renaissance (see story,…
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InBloom: Local Growers Make Choosing Natives Easy
More and more home gardeners are choosing to grow native plants, not only because they add a variety of shapes…
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