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
Ever wonder why some friends, or even you yourself, may dislike camping. For some folks it’s the bugs, or sleep discomfort or the dirt. For many, especially women, but not only women, it’s the middle-of the-night bathroom needs. It’s not unusual to graduate from tent camping to a big rig or at least something offering … Read more
Have you ever noticed that with a modicum of knowledge about an issue reading further about the subject makes much greater sense than your initial introduction? I observed that lately. During the past year, I was scheduled for two cataract surgeries (about half a year apart). I didn’t know what to expect. At the time, … Read more
Last month I celebrated my wedding anniversary. During each June and February (since the latter hosts Valentine’s Day), I commonly consider articles about the heart and heart health. This tendency, coupled with the fact that a couple months back I attended a talk by a local Internal Medicine doc with a specialty in cardiology, spurred … Read more
The Trump administration is controversial if nothing else. His cabinet members too are unconventional in their roles, or preparedness for those roles. One particularly so is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (typically referred to as RFK Jr.), the Secretary of Health and Human Services. RFK Jr. has some notable points of view that are neither outlandish … Read more
I find it interesting to take continuing education classes in subjects that I imagine I have a handle on. Leaving my mind (and attitude) open, I almost always learn something new. After reading James Nester’s book “Breath, the New Science of a Lost Art” last summer, I decided to sign up for a class entitled … Read more