It’s something of a myth that our back problems are just because we sit too much. Recent research by anthropologist David Raichlen shows that hunter-gathers sit about ten hours a day (while we sit an average of 9-13 hours a day). And yet, they suffer less back issues and are more active throughout their lifespan. One of the biggest problems … [Read more...]
Would Your Ideal Americans be — Honest, Kind, Strong, and Responsible?
These days, it is kind of hard not to believe the great American divide is all around us. As proof we are bombarded daily with endless examples of a society divided by class, race, gender, politics, finances… And not to dispute the many deep divisions that do exist, but -- could it not also be true that we tend to see what we focus on? Could all … [Read more...]
Blueberry Season Is Here — Enjoy The Bounty
During blueberry season it is easy to find fresh blueberries in abundance in grocery stores and farmer's markets. We have the added treat of having fresh blueberries growing in our yard. Plus, I know that the fruit was grown without the use of pesticides. This June our berry bushes are producing better than ever and we are getting at least … [Read more...]
Book Review: PECULIAR SAVAGE BEAUTY by Jessica McCann
In Jessica McCann's PECULIAR SAVAGE BEAUTY you get a front-row view of the horrors of the American Dust Bowl. Your skin will sting with torrents of dust, your eyes will burn from the grit, your heart will race. Yes, you will feel for the jackrabbits escaping the biting dirt, and the birds falling from the sky. And, you will fall in love with RJ, … [Read more...]
FDR’s Words: ” Forests Are The Lungs Of Our Land “
The Dust Bowl was the worst drought in U.S. history, covering more than 75 percent of the country and affecting 27 states severely. The drought lasted nearly a decade, from 1930-1939. It's impacts lasted decades longer. Topsoil from the drought lands were swept as far east as the Atlantic Ocean more than 2,000 mile away. Approximately, 2.5 … [Read more...]
Words To Live By: “Nature Brings Solace In All Troubles”
Within her diary, first published as THE SECRET ANNEX and later published as THE DIARY OF A YOUNG GIRL, Anne Frank expresses her belief in the healing power of nature -- "amidst the simple beauty of nature...will always be comfort for every sorrow... nature brings solace in all troubles": “The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or … [Read more...]
Zoodles Crazy
I have been fascinated by the spiralizer vegetable craze. So I bought an inexpensive spiralizer to try my hand at making zucchini noodles, Zoodles, to see what all the fuss was about. I read the tips that came with the gadget and watched a video, so I would get it right. Some tips I picked up: Spiralizers work best with straight vegetables, so … [Read more...]
Book Review: THE RIVER OF KINGS by Taylor Brown
Wow! What a fascinating book written with absolutely gorgeous, transporting prose. I tend to enjoy dual-period books, but THE RIVER OF KINGS by Taylor Brown actually is a rare treat in that it weaves a third period into the storyline, and does so expertly. The novel follows the stories of two brothers on a quest to take their father’s ashes to … [Read more...]
How Deep Is Your Love?
In honor of Valentine's Day, National Spay/Neuter Awareness Month (February), and World Spay Day (the last Thursday in February) -- A letter from DOMESTIC ANIMAL COMPANIONS (PETS) UNITED FOR A BETTER FUTURE: Dear Humans: This may seem like a strange question to ask, but we really need to know... How Deep Is Your Love? We understand that … [Read more...]
Words: ” No Wealth In The World Can Help Humanity Forward …”
How do we help humanity forward? When we value the wrong things, then we focus on the wrong things. And, of course, we create the wrong things. Not the things that we most need... As Albert Einstein explained in THE WORLD AS I SEE IT: “I am absolutely convinced that no wealth in the world can help humanity forward, even in the hands … [Read more...]
Music: Augustin Hadelich’s “Fantasy of the Cats”
We listen to music for a variety of reasons -- to relax, to distract, to celebrate, to evoke a memory, to capture a moment, to alter our mood, to reflect our emotions, to enhance our brain functions... But, have you ever wondered what musicians imagine when they listen to music? Or what story they are trying to tell when they play a particular … [Read more...]
Book Review: GOODBYE, VITAMIN by Rachel Khong
"...there is a bit of magic in this author’s ability to tell a deeply affecting story with interspersed humor" I will be honest: I don’t know how to feel about this book. Prior to picking up GOODBYE, VITAMIN by Rachel Khong, I had just finished reading a heavily literary, epic novel that was almost 600 pages, and perhaps the contrast felt a bit … [Read more...]
Pondering The Possibilities: Male Cat Birthing Coach
The idea of a male cat birthing coach seems to go against everything we think we know or have been taught to think about the nature of human vs animal behavior. Humanity -- 1) compassionate, sympathetic, or generous behavior or disposition: the quality or state of being humane; 2) the quality or state of being human Synonyms: bigheartedness, … [Read more...]
Boost Your Omega 3 Intake With Salmon Saltimbocca
No doubt you have heard of veal saltimbocca and chicken saltimbocca, but what about salmon saltimbocca? In an effort to add more healthy options to my menu, especially omega 3 fish, I try to cook fish at least twice a week for my family. In order not to get in a rut by making the same recipes over and over, I try to think of new ways to prepare the … [Read more...]
Have You Discovered Rutabagas?
I have. For years I bought and cooked the same vegetables. Now that I am interested in a healthier diet, I have discovered a whole new world and I am willing to try vegetables I have never eaten before. The rutabaga is a root vegetable that is a cross between the cabbage and the turnip. I am not a fan of turnips, so at first I was reluctant to … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- …
- 19
- Next Page »