X This site uses cookies. By continuing, you agree to their use. Learn more, including how to control cookies. Yesterday was Easter. Under normal circumstances, my family would gather at my grandparents house in observance of the holiday for an after-church lunch, and then an egg hunt for the little ones. This year was noticeably […]
X This site uses cookies. By continuing, you agree to their use. Learn more, including how to control cookies. COVID 19 has added stress to our lives in a way that just a few month’s ago was unimaginable. Now more than ever, it is important for parents to take care of themselves so they can […]
Photo by Thorn Yang on Pexels.com Most people are aware of the dangers and health risks associated with smoking. Over the last several years this has caused the consumption rate to experience a steady down turn. The tobacco industry has rallied back by creating and introducing a sleeker, sexier, new product known as e-cigarettes. E-cigarettes […]
Have you joined the Instant Pot craze? This kitchen appliance has gone viral, changing the way we cook. The primary reason for its popularity? Convenience! In addition to the versatility of usage with the basic Instant Pot, you can utilize Bluetooth connectivity on the Instant Pot “Smart,” which allows remote use with the help of […]
Photo by Thorn Yang on Pexels.com Most people are aware of the dangers and health risks associated with smoking. Over the last several years this has caused the consumption rate to experience a steady down turn. The tobacco industry has rallied back by creating and introducing a sleeker, sexier, new product known as e-cigarettes. E-cigarettes […]
Do you ever feel like a hamster in the wheel just spinning around and around? Or like the world around you is always demanding something more from you? Life has a way of swallowing us up if we don’t manage our schedules. As I look at my monthly calendar, I feel overwhelmed by doctor’s appointments, […]
One fourth or 25% of a typical person’s daily calories come from snacking. It’s simple to see why choosing healthful snacks are important for all ages. Smart snacking can help curb hunger between meals and prevent overeating during meals. According to the NPD Group’s Snacking Research study, Baby Boomers outweigh Millennials when it comes to […]
January 28, 2019 by green308 Some of you long time American Idol fans may remember seeing an older contestant in 2010 rapping to a song he wrote called “Pants on the Ground.” I’m going to take a little artistic license here and encourage you to get some “plants” on the ground. The reason for the […]
It is hard to believe that we are entering the second half of 2016. Where did the time go? Were you like most of us who set a New Year’s goal or resolution? How are you doing with that goal? Did you achieve it and move forward with your new healthy lifestyle behaviors? Did you […]
My husband was a firefighter for several years and during those years, he many times saw the need that existed for blood donors. He started donating then and has regularly for over 40 years. Have you ever thought about becoming a blood donor? What are some reasons that you might consider donating? People donate for […]
July 7, 2016 by lisabarlage Those of you who know me well will remember that I took about two months off this winter to recover from shoulder surgery (and a fractured foot too). Unfortunately for me, I couldn’t plan ahead to make recovery easier, as I fell, rather than having surgery for normal wear-and-tear. As […]
August 22, 2016 by Pat Brinkman Everyone thinks the elderly are the most at risk for being scam victims. We have stereotyped that the “less educated, less intelligent, elderly, lower income, and less financially secure” at the most at risk for a scam. However, according to a survey by the Council of Better Business Bureaus […]
February 25, 2019 by bethstefura Every day, the majority of us interact with a touch screen. Whether you are pumping gas, using a bank ATM, checking into your flight at the airport, paying your bill at the grocery store, or ordering food, chances are you are using a digital touchscreen. Those touch screen surfaces are a […]
June 13, 2016 by Shannon Carter What is yoga? The word yoga comes from ancient Indian language of Sanskrit word meaning ‘union.’ Yoga is the coming together of body and mind. Yoga is performing a series of poses and also about breathing and relaxation, which makes people feel more calm, clear-minded and refreshed. Yoga has […]