Self-Care is a Family Matter

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “Family is not an important thing. It’s everything.” –Michael J. Fox When you think of self-care, you might envision yourself with cucumbers on your face getting a massage. Or maybe you think of axe throwing, running several miles, or playing an instrument for fun. Self-care has been in the limelight with endorsements […]

Exercise….It’s Not Just Good for the Body!

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “It is a shame for a man to grow old without seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable.” ~ Socrates One of my good friends detests exercising and will complain if I suggest doing anything remotely active together. Even though it is far from enjoyable for her, she […]

Clear and Present Danger: Teens and Vaping

DESIGNED BY PIXABAY “We see clear signs that youth use of electronic cigarettes has reached an epidemic proportion, and we must adjust certain aspects of our comprehensive strategy to stem this clear and present danger.” ~ FDA, September, 2018 There’s a new cool kid on the block according to statistics published by Child Mind Institute. […]

Self-Care is for Men Too!

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “When you recover or discover something that nourishes your soul and brings joy, care enough about yourself to make room for it in your life.” ~ Jean Shinoda Bolen Everywhere you look there are articles, blogs, advertisements, and pictures about how women can become more beautiful or healthy or happy. Just as […]

#optoutside

DESIGNED BY UNSPLASH “I believe that there is a subtle magnetism in Nature, which, if we unconsciously yield to it, will direct us aright.” ~ Walden by Henry David Thoreau Summer is nigh upon us! Stores nationwide have their swimsuits and outdoor pools at the forefront of their aisles. Most places in the United States […]