Staying hydrated when you are walking is super important especially when you are older. Injuries are common in seniors who neglect to drink enough water. I found this out several years ago when I suddenly fainted at a dinner party. Now I carry a water bottle wherever I go, in my car, on walks, or anywhere outside of my house. While browsing on Amazon, I found a Neoprene … [Read more...]
Everything You Ever Taught Me: Book Review
In 2020, the world went to hell in a handbag - not that this is headline news, but for Person Irresponsible, it was the year she got off the sofa and trekked a little further than once around the block. From Mexico to Canada to be precise - a distance of 2,650 miles or so across California, Oregon, and Washington. Previously, she had walked from the sofa to the fridge and … [Read more...]
9 of the Most Beautiful Mountains in the U.S.
Besides its big cities, Hollywood, and vast opportunities for road trips, the USA is also well-known for its mountainous terrains. Attracting hikers, cyclists, and rock climbers, and nature enthusiasts from all over the world, millions of visitors come here every year to see the sights, find tranquility, and seek adventure. Interested in being one of them? Beautiful … [Read more...]
How to Enjoy the Benefits of Walking Uphill For Better Aging
Moving into our new home was a delight. On clear days the views across the sea and the bay were breathtaking. I thought about how lucky I was. The practicality of day to day living soon struck home when I realized that whichever way I walked outside the gate meant I was going downhill. Which is fine, but of course, walking home meant a trudge uphill. The shop is only 15 … [Read more...]
The Best Waterfalls to Visit in Central New York State
“I cannot endure to waste anything so precious as autumnal sunshine by staying in the house.” ~ Nathaniel Hawthorne ~ I love waterfalls. Who doesn’t? Waterfalls are peaceful and majestic. They seem to have the same effect on us as fresh air after a thunderstorm rumbling through the area might. Whenever I have the chance to hike through the woods of New York, I relish … [Read more...]
