Why owning a horse can be a joy
Riding a horse is not a gentle hobby, to be picked up and laid down like a game of solitaire. It is a grand passion. It seizes a person whole and once it…
Month: July 2022
What do you think? New words about aging
Mention childhood and you think of little people who are cared for. Mention adulthood and you think of bigger people that are doing the care. What about…
Rock on! Find the love with painted rocks
Four years ago, Alexis Beals found herself in a hospital, fearfully waiting for a loved one to be treated, when suddenly she saw a funny-looking rock. It…
Physical activity protects heart
A study from Italy found that at least 20 minutes of physical activity can help avoid cardiovascular problems in your 70s, according to the journal Heart….
Ask the advisor
I am planning to travel to Costa Rica this summer. Will Medicare cover my costs if I become ill or injured while there? Medicare Parts A (hospital) and B…
Protein important for brain health
Peas, lentils, lima beans and other proteins seem to be important in protecting your cognitive health. A study published in The American Journal of…
News from home: One easy way to get mosquitoes gone
The mosquito is probably the most reviled pest in the world, spreading disease and leaving itchy bites, but here is a cheap idea for getting them out of…
Keep kids reading with these summer challenges
School’s out, but that doesn’t mean a break from learning. Books are the perfect screen-free activity when it’s rainy or too hot to play outside, and with…
Protect your garden during a heat wave
In large parts of the U.S., late summer heat is no joke, and even the most heat-friendly garden crops like tomatoes and peppers can get cranky during a…
Why Independence Day is celebrated on July 4
Though the Fourth of July is a beloved date for Americans, some people claim that it’s not the real date of our independence. The first motion for…