Lifestyle

Names: Antonio, Jacai Ages: 14, 13 Their Story: Antonio loves to make people laugh. Although charismatic, Antonio appreciates one-on-one time with his caregivers. His favorite activities include playing with dogs and eating delicious foods. Antonio does well in environments where he’s allowed to ask questions and speak his mind. Jacai likes to be called “Jack.” He relishes being outdoors, prefers cowboy boots, and would like to ride a horse. Jack wants an active family that would foster his intrigue with the land.

When I was a little girl, my sister decided to start raising litters of Boston Terrier puppies. When the first batch came along, I got to pick out a puppy for my very own.

Homemade Chamoy Sauce Ingredients: 3/4 cup dried apricots 1/2 cup prunes seeded 1/2 cup dried hibiscus flowers 3 cups water 6 Tbsp. homemade chili powder, chile piquin powder or even Tajin 1/4 cup white sugar 1/4 cup fresh lime juice Directions: In a medium saucepan, bring all ingredients (except the citrus juice) to a boil.

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Name: Marcus Age: 15 His Story: Marcus is an easygoing, respectful young man. He likes to keep to himself but enjoys sports or anything to keep him active. Marcus does well in school and blossoms in advanced classes. He makes friends easily and gets along with peers and staff. Marcus is eager to start afresh and has an open preference for who his forever family will be.

The Artesia Senior Center hosted a series of oil painting classes June 3-7 with instructors Sandra Boulden and Betty Jo Allen. Above, Boulden led the class through the painting of Southwest pots. Below, Allen guided her students through the painting of a windmill with a mountain background.

Yep, it’s a thing! Ingredients: Cake 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp salt 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground ginger 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground allspice 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 large eggs 2 cups unsweetened applesauce 3/4 cup vegetable oil or canola oil 1 tsp vanilla extract Cream Cheese Frosting 8 oz cream cheese, nearly at room temperature 6 Tbsp butter, soft 3 cups powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract Directions: To make the applesauce cake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 13 by 9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.