Give me cheese, preferably grilled on toast, and I’m a happy camper. There are many ways to make a grilled cheese sandwich, but the Welsh have turned it into an art. The Welsh Rarebit sandwich, grilled with tasty Welsh cheese mixed with beer, English mustard, and Worcestershire sauce gives it an extra punch. It’s sometimes called Welsh Rabbit, but don’t worry, no bunnies are … [Read more...]
Norman Lloyd: Party Conversations with the Centenarian Actor
For several years, I attended an outdoor 4th of July gathering in Hollywood where we would eat BBQ and drink Sangria. The first time we went, I sat next to an elderly man who was regaling the other guests with stories of old Hollywood. He looked familiar but I couldn’t quite place him at first. Suddenly, I realized he was Norman Lloyd, and actor who had starred in the TV show … [Read more...]
Mindful Eating: Your Best Diet Tip Over 50
Are you frustrated because you've been eating smart, watching your portions, exercising, and still aren’t losing weight? It's trickier to lose weight when you are over 50. It may be that you aren’t practicing mindful eating. Focus on the why, when, how and how much you eat I'm the first to admit that I start to munch whenever I feel stressed, bored, or frustrated as … [Read more...]
Enjoy a Slice of Germany in New Ulm, Minnesota
As a Southern Californian, Minnesota wasn’t exactly on my travel bucket list. We don’t hear much about that part of the U.S. here, other than it’s an icebox in the winter. But while I was there for a conference, I was both surprised and impressed with Minnesota's immense beauty and down-home hospitality. We took a side trip from Minneapolis to the town of New Ulm, a … [Read more...]
Walking Meditation: Easy to Do At Any Age
The key to my sanity, when life gets overwhelming, is my morning walking meditation. I consider it to be a sacred time that no one else can mess with. The process opens up my creativity, helps me focus, and guides me along my path in life. “If you will but aspire You will attain to all that you desire. Before an atom of such need the Sun Seems dim and mirky by … [Read more...]