I pick “kind”… will you? I work in Pickaway County, Ohio and the selection for our “One Book, One Community” campaign this year is Wonder by R. J. Palacio. I’ve seen the movie twice and now I am enjoying the book. If you haven’t read the book or seen the movie, I encourage you to do […]
Conversations about money might be uncomfortable for some people. When speaking with individuals about money I often hear comments like, “I don’t have enough money to budget” Or “it’s so overwhelming I don’t know where to start”. According to a FINRA Investor Education Foundation survey, 60% of those surveyed feel anxious when thinking of their […]
January 10, 2022 by Jennifer Little Human Trafficking is an issue that affects Ohioans of all socioeconomic and racial backgrounds, and Wear Blue Day is an effort to raise awareness of the signs and to, ultimately, stop this crime which destroys lives of vulnerable people in our own communities, and across the U.S. The U.S. […]
What better way to comfort yourself on a chilly day than with the wonderful aroma of soup simmering on the stove? From hearty vegetable soups to creamy bisques to refreshing chilled soups; soup can be used for appetizers, main dishes, side dishes or desserts and are an economic staple in many diets. Soup-based meals can […]
Nutrition and physical activity are key components to a healthy lifestyle. However, mental activity is another factor that plays an important role in a healthy lifestyle, as well as healthy brain aging. Mental activity maintains cognitive health. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, there are things we can do be doing to help reduce the risk […]
In July I set an out of office message. “I am out of the office on vacation. I will be seeing national parks, family, friends, and the Rocky Mountains; I will not be seeing emails.” And I left. For two whole weeks! It was glorious and much needed. My daughters enjoying the North Rim […]
Was your New Year’s Resolution to eat healthier in the New Year? If so, you are not alone. Many people set improved nutrition and increased physical activity as goals. One way to improve nutrition is to eat more fruits and vegetables. Adding more salads to your meals or making a meal out of a salad […]
June is National Dairy Month. There are over 2,500 dairy farms in Ohio and West Virginia. These hardworking dairy families work around-the-clock to produce safe, high quality milk. Let’s take the time this month to honor these families that provide us with milk and dairy foods. The American Dairy Association Mideast is having Farmer Fridays […]
January 9, 2012 by smith3993 Do you ever feel like covering your head and just staying in bed? This seems to be more common for many people during those long, cold, dark winter months. So, before you decide to barricade yourself in the house and hide under the blankets let’s examine some hints that may […]
Holiday baking is in full force, and it wouldn’t be the same without the occasional licking of the spoon from the raw cookie dough that so many of us do without thinking! I remember as a child waiting anxiously for my grandma to give me the beater off her kitchen mixer so I could taste her […]
December 26, 2011 by Pat Brinkman The goodies of the Holidays are hard to resist. Now that the holidays are almost over how do you stop your body from wanting more of those goodies you ate? How do you stop the mid-afternoon, evening or all-day cravings? First, it may help to understand your body. Our […]
Are you a list maker? It’s ok, I am too! There is something wonderfully satisfying about making a list. Even more fulfilling is checking, crossing, staring or otherwise denoting the completion of one of its tasks. I think post it notes are a perfect stocking stuffer (even though my kids don’t) and having a stash […]
What better way to comfort yourself on a chilly day than with the wonderful aroma of soup simmering on the stove? From hearty vegetable soups to creamy bisques to refreshing chilled soups; soup can be used for appetizers, main dishes, side dishes or desserts and are an economic staple in many diets. Soup-based meals can […]
The holiday season is here! Holiday celebrations often center around food. We plan to manage our healthy meal plan during the holidays and avoid weight gain yet find ourselves in the office breakroom with a tray of cookies, opening the door to your neighbors’ famous peanut butter fudge or get an invite to go out […]
