Tips for daycare, preschool, and school age drop-offs and transitions If your children are like mine, it’s not always easy for them to say goodbye, especially when going to daycare or school. While some children might run in the classroom excited for the day, it’s okay if that is not how it looks for you! While […]
One of my new year’s resolutions for 2019 is to move more. I know that to be successful with my goal, I am going to have to incorporate physical activity into my 8 hour work day. Sitting for hours every day depletes my energy and leaves me feeling sluggish. Being more physically active can reduce […]
Do you have a loved one who you’re never quite sure what to get them for the holidays? If so, you may be considering gifting them a gift card, so that they can get something they truly want or need. There are two common gift cards that are sold at many retailers: Store cards – […]
There is a lot of talk about the importance of family meals. Your school age children may eat both breakfast and lunch in their school cafeteria. This is why it is important that the meals you eat with them are opportunities to teach healthy eating behaviors. Hopefully your children will carry these behaviors to the […]
Did you know that tomorrow is American Diabetes Association Alert Day? On March 22, I encourage you to take a quick (and anonymous) one-minute test to find out if you are at risk for type 2 diabetes. Plus, I hope you will share the test with everyone you care about, including family members, friends, and […]
July 19, 2018 by Kathy Tutt Are you thinking of making some changes to your home to make it easier to live in as you age, but just don’t know where to start? Many changes associated with implementing Universal Design features are fairly minor, inexpensive, and require little effort (i.e., changing round door knobs to […]
In 2018, 768 million vacation days went unused in the United States. As someone who has never lost a day of vacation (I have carried days over from one year to another), I do not understand not using vacation time. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy my job, in fact, I LOVE my job; however, […]
Has anyone ever told you, start a journal? Journaling is an effective tool for many reasons! Let’s explore a few different reasons to journal and why it might help you on your road to health and wellness this year! Let’s answer the question you might be asking, “why is journaling good for you?” When we journal […]
Not long ago, after the holiday season, I weighed myself on our bathroom scales. I was concerned about how much weight that I may have gained. I looked at the number on the scale and was elated! It was the least that I had weighed in 15 years! Skinny Kenny is back! All day I […]
You don’t have to scroll too far or search too long to find something that makes you go hmmmmm?? Confusing and misleading information is easy to find and when it comes to our health this can not only be puzzling but damaging. So damaging in fact, that in 2024, Dr. Vivek H. Murthy, the Surgeon […]
What goes into the body dictates what comes out. Did you know your poop may actually be a useful reference tool for you to judge the quality of your diet? Take some time to look into the toilet before you flush; you may be surprised at the contents. Poop Poop is an important indicator of […]
September 26, 2024 by jlowe495 One of my favorite things about fall and winter is that it’s finally sweater weather! As a longtime knitter, I love to try out my new handmade clothing and break out some of my favorite commercially produced sweaters. With both handmade and purchased sweaters, it’s important to take care of […]
It can be challenging to understand the impact our food waste and diet have on our environment. From preserving our foods to planning out our meals there are many steps we can take to reduce our food waste. In honor of Food Waste Prevention Week, April 1- 7, lets dig in to yet another form […]
I turned forty this year. That is a big milestone to celebrate and yet I did nothing except manage to stay alive 14,600 days in a row. Nevertheless, the fact that forty came for me and I am somewhat excited means that this milestone deserves a celebration. I grew up with a dad in the […]