“Tradition, tradition!” The lyrics of the Fiddler on the Roof song echo in our heads whenever traditions come up or need to change. We all have traditions with family, friends, coworkers or our community. They are a good way to spark memories, create new moments and have something to look forward to in our lives. … Read more
One, two, three-SURPRISE! Have you ever been surprised? In one way or another, we have all been surprised. It may not have been a fun party with all of our friends; instead maybe it was a surprise diagnosis, bad news or unwanted life change. How we react to and also help those with memory loss … Read more
One, two, three-SURPRISE! Have you ever been surprised? In one way or another, we have all been surprised. It may not have been a fun party with all of our friends; instead maybe it was a surprise diagnosis, bad news or unwanted life change. How we react to and also help those with memory loss … Read more
The sun is slowly making more of an appearance however limited it is. Its shining prompts us to think of Spring and the inevitable changes to come. Often changes in life can be stressful or not wanted. But just as we cultivate new life in Spring, we can cultivate our approach to change and use … Read more
Turning the calendar to April always feels a bit like a new beginning. It’s the fourth month but in many ways, it feels like a fresh start. Spring is coming and April heralds its brilliance beautifully. New life sprouts from the earth, brighter colors flood the landscape, and animals are birthed in the fresh breezes … Read more
Life sometimes hands us lemons especially as we grow older. Memory changes, bodies don’t function as well, loved ones are lost and living situations change. But what if we took these lemons and turned them into lemonade? Along with the obvious life changes, aging also affects how well we focus and subsequently can remember. As … Read more