I wondered if healthful fabrics were a real thing? Some clothing from newer fabrics tout benefits that they are antibacterial, wick moisture and help with smells or stains. Lots of claims abound. Chemical treatments can make this happen. Not all of them work; some are environmentally sustainable, others not. What about natural fibers? I was … Read more
I’ve never had a broken bone. (Can you hear me knock on wood?) But like all of us, I’ve had friends who have not only suffered the pain of a break, but the effects of the cast as well. The cast comes off and often the muscle seems to have shrunk. A muscle not used … Read more
Being politically correct is frowned on by some these days. Others go above and beyond to avoid being politically INcorrect, occasionally to the extent of obscuring the meaning of their intent. I don’t know where the term Montezuma’s Revenge falls in this spectrum, but unfortunately, I was motivated to write about it due to recent … Read more
Wishing everyone a 2026 New Year that is reasonably stress free and less polarized from neighbors, friends and countrymen/women. Additionally, I hope that each of my readers will share at least one of my content posts this coming year with friends, family or others. Time Again! I’m not sure whether I look forward to this … Read more
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
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