Surprise! Happy Birthday! Congratulations! Our sentiments flow with monumental markers of time: birthdays, anniversaries, graduations etc. We celebrate memorably as these important milestones of life mark our lives. But even better is knowing these social events will help strengthen our memories. The special moments of life provide an opportunity to be with those we love … Read more
What creates unforgettable moments? The air was thick with moisture and we sensed its coming. Clouds built, the smell of rain enveloped, sunlight dimmed, and flags whipped in the increasing wind. Thunder cracked, lightning flashed as we ran for the nearest escape from the sideways water pelting our skin. The storm descends before we reach … Read more
How do you like to exercise? Some like a fitness class with the socialization and direction it provides. Others like a more solitary pursuit. Some are more flexible in their approach while others have a firm schedule they follow. Regardless of how you do it, it’s important to remember to exercise, especially during our summer … Read more
We don’t think about exercising our brains as much as our bodies, but we should. Your future brain will thank you! In order to age well, we not only need to take care of our bodies, but also pay attention to maintaining our brains, too. Studies have shown those who stay mentally engaged retain cognitive … Read more
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 all want to capture summer memories. But how? When asked for memory tips my answer is always the same: pay attention. It’s as easy and … Read more
Life is made up of choices. Everyday we make myriads of choices including whether or not we choose to remember. Not doing something is also a choice. We either choose TO DO or NOT to do something. Either way it’s a choice. All these decisions can be overwhelming and daunting, especially as we age. Our … Read more