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Good Dirt

Wanted: Good Dirt

Some think it was Plato, others certainly not, but whoever said this seems to have had the right idea: “People are like dirt. They can either nourish you and help you grow as a person, or they can stunt your...
Tips Healthy Grocery Shopping

5 Tips for Healthy Grocery Shopping on a Budget

It may appear that it costs more to buy healthy food than to buy junk food. It’s also easy to fall into the trap of relying on processed foods because they’re easier than fresh fruits and vegetables.  Take a closer...
Clear the Clutter

Clear the Clutter!

Years ago, I was invited to the home of a brilliant scientist, a retired professor in her nineties who claimed that she had never thrown out a daily newspaper in her entire adult life.  Imagine my intrigue when entering her...
Five foods to say I love you

Five Foods to Say, 'I Love You and Your Heart'

When we think of Valentine’s Day we think of chocolates. But, this year, think about giving your Valentine something that says, "I love you and your heart." Here are five treats to consider: Heart-shaped fruit. Use a heart shaped cookie...
Senior Finances

Senior Finances…More Than Meets the Eye

Most of us know the importance of an annual eye exam for the purpose of early detection of eye abnormalities and changes in vision.   You might be surprised to learn that the eye also can betray hidden problems elsewhere in...
Make a difference for a lifetime

Make a Difference for a Lifetime

“Well, you know, she’s almost 80,” the daughter replied, with the classic wink and apologetic head-tilt when asked how her mother is doing. Too often, we as a society take for granted a progressively lower quality of life and less...

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