Children know the date of Halloween. There is no question for children as to what date Christmas falls on each year. Then there are holidays like Thanksgiving. That’s a bit more complicated being the fourth Thursday of every November. Even adults are stumped when deciding between the fourth Thursday and the last Thursday in November….
My first wife died several weeks ago. We have been married for almost thirty years, have four children and four grandchildren, and were divorced four years ago. Donna was sick for many years and her body finally gave out. As sad as she was, it was also a relief. As I like to say, the…
Have you ever thought about where most of our illnesses and diseases come from? We tend to point fingers at the immune system because we are taught that if our immune system has been compromised, we get sick. Most people don’t realize that much of our suffering actually comes from the colon. Medical professionals have…
Combining a healthy diet with regular exercise promotes health and can substantially reduce the risk of certain fatal diseases associated with old age. A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains has always been of incredible health benefit. Scientifically known as Citrullus lanatus, watermelon has great potential as a staple food source and contributes…
English Heritage and the Archaeological Establishment believe that Silbury Hill is a chalk mound. UNESCO describes it as the largest artificial mound in Europe. Passing by this ancient monument today, it is quite easy to readily accept this simple explanation. However, if we literally dig a little deeper and look further afield, is there more…
Valentine’s Day is coming up and you are looking to get him a perfect gift for this special night of romance. It is important to find the right gift that suits your style and ideas. Depending on where you are in the relationship, there are different types of gifts to consider. I have put together…
We all know that cardiovascular activities like running are great for your health. Getting into a running routine will improve your well-being on numerous levels, both physically and mentally. Whether you’re new to running or thinking about getting started, knowing where and how to start can be the most challenging aspects of getting up and…
You never forget your first bike, do you? If you’re thinking of buying your favorite child a bike this year, make it an amazing keepsake. The boring outdated trike of our childhood has been replaced with new trikes that are much safer and have cooler accessories. The old red trike from days gone by is…
Murphy beds (also known as rollaway beds) nominally share a common feature of being able to save space by virtue of having a compact storage setup when not in use. But this one common and well-known feature belies the fact that camp beds vary greatly in size, style, quality, cost, and construction. Therefore, choosing the…
How do you feel about Halloween? Getting in on the dress up action or helping your kids find a costume? Or are you just looking forward to November 1st? As a holistic marriage and family therapist, I focus on the different ways that people can feel better physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. My mission is…
