It’s a year of firsts and lasts for us with two growing teens and an aging family, causing me to hold onto all those memories. Wanting to enhance my own memories and help educate others on memory issues are both part of the impetus behind our #SummerToRemember series. No matter our season of life, we … Read more
We all have one. She loves, nurtures, and often molds us into who we become. Whether we knew her or not, our mom influences much of our lives. From her DNA to who she is and how she lived, it all impacts us in ways we may never fully know. But in all the giant … Read more
Did you feel it last week? It was fleeting, but for a few days it smelled, looked and almost felt like Spring! The sun was shining, the snow was melting and the air felt balmy after the last artic, snowy few weeks. What a difference some sun and a springtime smell can make on our … Read more
Where are you on life’s mountain and are you making it a memorable climb? Firmly footed on the back side of the middle aged hill, I find myself thinking and pursuing those habits we all can control toward mind and body wellness. Continuing our series of mind and body wellness habits, I’m focusing, stimulating my … Read more
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
Ever stop to smell the roses? What a wonderful sensation, unlike I had recently. The acidy smell of commercial glue mixed with plastic hit me as I opened the office door. I had never noticed the flooring before but instinctively looked down and sensed something different. I asked and my senses were confirmed. The flooring … Read more