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With Christmas behind us, it’s time to think about that favorite of holidays, New Year’s Eve. It’s a time to look back on what we did..or didn’t do…last year, how we learned from those experiences and what we want to do to start off a fresh new chance at life. When I entertain on the New Year...
With the new year many may be considering their resolutions. For those that might resolve to be more informed about holiday traditions, here’s a few facts about New Year’s traditions
The history behind popular New Year’s traditions
New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day are a time to both reflect on...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
I had the hiccups, so I stood on one foot, flapped my arms and yodeled. It never fails.
To cure your hiccups?
No, to make everyone laugh at me.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me...
Dear Savvy Senior,
How do I go about canceling a person’s social media accounts when they die? My wife passed away a few months ago and her social media accounts are still active.
Sad Spouse
Dear Sad,
I’m very sorry for your loss, but this is a smart move on your behalf and one that often gets...
Gooseberry Patch cookbooks are always top-notch. One of the reasons is that the publishers use the “reader/contributor” style to fill their books with the tried and true recipes readers have submitted. And, since no one wants to ever have his or her name on a bad recipe for all the world to see,...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
I want socks or underwear for Christmas.
Why would you want those things?
Because I never get what I want.
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting redux
I’m afraid I’ll get nothing for Christmas.
That’s great news.
How is that great news?
Nothing lasts...
Dear Savvy Senior,
Where can I turn to for caregiving help? I help take care of my 80-year-old father and work too, and it’s wearing me out.
Worn Out Wendy
Dear Wendy,
Taking care of an aging parent over a period of time – especially when juggling work and other family obligations – can be...
Supporting children who are struggling with complex trauma and mental health concerns can leave families and educators feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. Two questions we commonly hear are, “Is it trauma, mental health or behavior?” and, “How can I help?” Let’s talk about it.
Trauma can...
Early identification of hearing loss is essential to minimizing its negative effects on a child’s language, communication, and social skill development. Due to the serious consequences of undetected hearing loss, Iowa has mandated newborn hearing screening (Iowa Code section 135.131). However, not...
Alamo, Texas is located in the deep southern part of the state. I’ve been there many times and, as they say, “everything is bigger in Texas.” That holds true for the Alamo Country Club (ACC), an over-55 community of brick homes, a large golf course and good Texan hospitality. The ACC Garden Club...