Heidi Herman is the author of the book ‘On with the Butter!’ and I wanted to share an excerpt from the it with you. This was one of my favorite parts. Just Keep Moving What’s most important for us to remember is that no matter our age, if we take good care of ourselves, we can be active and enjoy life. My mom once told me a story that drove this point home. She … [Read more...]
Coping with a Spouse who has Lewy Body Dementia
Ken Spears, who was the co-creator of the cartoon series Scooby Do died of a disease called Lewy Body Dementia. It’s the same disease that Robin Williams had before he took his life. Many people are unaware of the symptoms, which can sometimes be dramatic so I wanted to bring you awareness of it in case you know someone who has symptoms. Living with the disease Jo Anne … [Read more...]
Ancestry Quest: How Stories of the Past Can Heal the Future: Review
I interviewed author Mary Beth Sammons who has written a book called Ancestry Quest: How Stories of the Past Can Heal the Future. It’s an intriguing collection of stories and reflections of what people have discovered about their family history after having a DNA test. The author’s story Mary Beth’s ancestors came from Ireland. She was an inquisitive child who … [Read more...]
Why Now Is the Time to Consider Giving Yourself a Life Makeover
One positive thing the COVID pandemic did was make people realize that there is no time like the present. If you’re retired or nearing retirement, you might be thinking about “what’s next.” You may also want to consider giving yourself a life makeover and look at the things you really want in the coming stages of your life. It's safe to say that the pandemic changed the … [Read more...]
How Grandparents Can Help When Twins Arrive in the Family
Every year, almost 150,000 sets of twins are born in America. They are adorable, fascinating, and a double blessing. They can also be a lot of hard work, particularly in the first year. There is an African proverb that says “It takes a village to raise a child,” and this has never been more true when it comes to looking after twins. There are plenty of ways as a grandparent … [Read more...]