Do you have a garden? What is your favorite vegetable in your garden? Do you have a particular recipe you make to going along with your favorite garden vegetable? If so, the Times-Gazette would like to hear from you! Send a picture of your garden or favorite vegetable and a recipe that goes with it to sfowler@t-g.com...

Have you suffered vision loss or other eye problems (cateracts, macular degeneration) as a result of prolonged exposure to UV rays? Contact sfowler@t-g.com or call 684-1200 ext. 214 if you would be will to share your story. July is Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Month, sponsored by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). This month, you are encouraged to protect your eyes from the sun's damaging UV rays...

I am the maid of honor for my best friend's wedding coming up this weekend. I am trying to think of some clever ideas for the "blue" portion of the "Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue." Anyone have any clever suggestions?...

Are you a mom who has received a touching, sentimental, creative or priceless gift in the past for Mothers Day that was inexpensive or cost no money? The T-G is looking to interview mothers who may be able to share advice for children who want to do something special, but might not have the money to go buy that costly necklace. If you're a mom who'd like to share with us, please contact Lifestyles Editor Sadie Fowler at sfowler@t-g.com or 684-1200 on Monday, April 27...

I get so frustrated when I go to a restaurant and my salad comes 30 seconds before the main course, or better yet, with my main course. Serving 101: Salad BEFORE meal! I would expect drinks to come first, followed by appetizer, soup, salad (of course if applicable). Then, after everyone has finished their salad, bring out the entree...

Are you a beginner gardener wanting to start your first garden in lieu of the economy? I'm looking for beginner gardeners as well as experienced gardeners who can share tips for getting started. Please call Sadie Fowler at 684-1200 ext. 214.

Do you shop at thrift stores? If so, which ones? Are you shopping there in lieu of the economy? We would like to hear from you. Please email sfowler@t-g.com or call 684-1200 ext. 214 and leave your contact information.

Fashion definitely works in cycles, and trends come and go. What trends of the past make you cringe? What are some of your favorites that have gone out of style? Personally, I can't stand tight and tapered jeans that are so trendy these days.

Are you getting married? Have you chosen your bridal gown yet? If so, why did you choose what you chose? What are the latest trends? Call Tamara Belinc at the Times-Gazette (684-1200) for possible inclusion in an upcoming story about bridal trends...