August 2, 2012 by linnettegoard Do you make time for breakfast? It can be a real challenge in this fast-paced life. But, what happens in the middle of the morning when you have not had breakfast? How do you feel? I know that I am not as alert as I should be. If you have […]
I’m sure you’ve seen the bumper sticker . . . . this vehicle stops at all garage and/or yard sales. Garage and yard sales are as American as “apple pie”; benefitting the seller by getting rid of things no longer wanted while the buyer may find items he/she wants or needs at a reasonable price. […]
September 22, 2011 by jennyeven The days may still be warm, but a chill in the evening air reminds us that fall is just around the corner. And even though summer has ended, there’s still time to enjoy the bounty of your local farmers’ market. Stands are filled with sweet potatoes, squash, apples, turnips, beets, […]
I’m sure you’ve seen the bumper sticker . . . . this vehicle stops at all garage and/or yard sales. Garage and yard sales are as American as “apple pie”; benefitting the seller by getting rid of things no longer wanted while the buyer may find items he/she wants or needs at a reasonable price. […]
November 1, 2012 by lisabarlage The Possibilities are Endless The sandwich is a staple in the American diet. With unlimited options, one could eat a different sandwich every day of the year. National Sandwich Day is celebrated on November 3 in recognition of John Montague, the fourth Earl of Sandwich. As the story goes, […]
With advances in medical care, longer life expectancies, and more people living with chronic disease more of us will be participating in the caregiver process. If you find yourself in the caregiving role, you may be experiencing a variety of feelings. Here are some feelings common among those caring for a family member. Anxiety and […]
Earlier this year I decided to do some research in to increasing productivity since I found myself saying or thinking how busy I was, even though I did not feel like I accomplished as much as I could or should. In my first blog about productivity, I rejected the notion of multitasking. In my second […]
February 14, 2019 by bohlen19 Last year was a very difficult year for my family, and 2019 has not started any better. Everywhere I turn I am forced to think about the challenges my family is facing. I know I am not alone in the way I feel. I also know that some of you […]
I can almost smell the celery and onions sautéing as they await grandma’s stuffing recipe… Mmmmmm… Have you also been thinking about your Thanksgiving meal, either what you will prepare or what you will eat? Food is an important part of most holiday traditions and memories, especially Thanksgiving. This year, maybe there is a way […]
How did you start your day? I started mine with a visit to the dermatologist. Several months ago (you must plan at least 2-4 months in advance to see a specialist), I decided since it had been 10+ years since my first and only one, I should get an overall skin check. I called the […]
Those who have parents or other relatives with Diabetes are doomed to have the disease too right? According to a recent study done by a research team at the National Institute of Health led by Dr. Jared Reis, not necessarily so. The team looked at five lifestyle factors. Those were healthy diet, keeping an ideal […]
April 28, 2016 by jennyeven Want to stay in shape but don’t have a lot of time for your regular work-out routine? Then do a plank exercise! Planks are one of the most effective exercises offering considerable results. They take a short amount of time, no equipment, and offer many benefits including: Not many exercises […]
My husband and I reading books with our son. This past spring, my local thrift store offered a promotion where they gave away a free book to every child who walked through their doors on a specific day in April. While my son and I took advantage of the promotion, only later did I find […]
April 28, 2016 by jennyeven Want to stay in shape but don’t have a lot of time for your regular work-out routine? Then do a plank exercise! Planks are one of the most effective exercises offering considerable results. They take a short amount of time, no equipment, and offer many benefits including: Not many exercises […]
