It’s summertime and the living is easy, right? Not always. The change of routine which comes with a change of season is easier for some, but can also create more difficulty for those with memory issues. Whether it’s a change of season, change of living environment or increased assistance needed, change can cause stress, depression … Read more
Maybe you’re old enough like I am to remember when the word cancer was mentioned only in hushed tones. There weren’t many treatments, it wasn’t well understood and felt like (and often was) a death sentence. But research and our attitudes have come a long way. While still a devastating diagnosis, there are now ways … Read more
Maybe you’re old enough like I am to remember when the word cancer was mentioned only in hushed tones. There weren’t many treatments, it wasn’t well understood and felt like (and often was) a death sentence. But research and our attitudes have come a long way. While still a devastating diagnosis, there are now ways … Read more
Wellness isn’t our go-to thought this time of year. Often, we set aside mind and body wellness as we grab another Christmas cookie or struggle to remember those last-minute gifts. Don’t let this happen! Last week we discussed cherishing the gift of a healthy memory. This week let’s honor the gift of wellness. Most people … Read more
Memories are a fickle thing. They can be manipulated over time by our own thoughts, attitudes and collective consciousness. A friend and I share a memory but she remembers it in a slightly different way. Her details are not all the same as mine. But the main part of the story remains intact, so it … Read more
Do something you love and you’ll never work a day in your life. I’ve seen this familiar quote attributed to many from Confucius to Marc Antony to Mark Twain. Regardless of whoever first said it, the sentiment rings true. If we are blessed enough to be able to do work we love, it really doesn’t … Read more