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For me, the approaching season is often odd and awkward. In the US, during this time of the year many people celebrate in personal, meaningful ways. Yet, it’s not the case for everyone. I’m not certain where I fall on that spectrum. Still, there are a couple feelings most of us share. As December rolls … Read more
November 19th is observed internationally through the United Nations as World Toilet Day. Perhaps you won’t be saying “Happy Toilet Day” as often as “Happy Thanksgiving,” but then again, who knows. You may be inspired to be thankful for small blessings you normally take for granted. I’ll explain the reason for the sanctioned observation shortly, … Read more
Guest Writer – Lorraine Vail — I’ve never thought much about my feet, or my shoes which I delayed replacing until the tread was nearly gone. It would be fair to say I took my feet for granted. When I was in my forties, I began to run with friends. Over time, I added much … Read more
Note: I’m dedicating this blog post to my Canadian sister-in-law who thinks the U.S. system is far better than Canadian. Is it only the very sick who suffer in our US Health Care system? I had been wanting to explore this for some time, and it is still on my list since it’s not my … Read more
Perhaps it was the Jimmy Fallon return-monologue after Charlie Kirk’s murder. Or maybe Charlie Kirk’s widow issuing a statement of forgiveness of the murderer. Both were on my mind when at a meeting someone mentioned the well-known Norwegian studies of integral kindness and caring. It struck me that we have lost – and need to … Read more
Currently, of the people I know well, more are feeling low-grade stress and depression than not. The nation’s polarization and abrupt changes to life, government and inequitable economics leave many with a sense of being out of control. We wonder what to do. We all hope to manage our schedules to allow for civic responsibilities … Read more