I’ve only known two mules up close. One is a sweet-eyed mule I petted at a farm, and the other – well, it’s me (sort of). As savvy as I thought I was, I was almost the victim of a money mule scam. Never heard of the phrase “money mule”? (Don’t worry, I hadn’t either.)
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Posted on April 9, 2019 by Katy Miller My interest was piqued by a recent New York Times article, which suggested that wisdom could play a major part in the aging process. The basic thesis of the article is that wisdom is a considerable indicator of longevity. The study on wisdom referenced in the article
Posted on June 25, 2019 by Greg Harbin Society keeps giving us messages that when we get older, we’re finished. We’re not finished. Every day is a new start. – Billie Jean King, Atria Senior Living’s Well-Being Coach As we age, our quality of life is constantly called into question by society. For those aged 65
Posted on July 30, 2019 by Beatrice Huston When I was a child my mother would tuck me into bed every night. She always sprayed rose water on her face before bed and, to this day, whenever I smell roses, I remember my mother and how safe I felt. Our sense of smell is very
Posted on December 12, 2019 by Connie Dow All varieties of root vegetables are in season right now, including parsnips, turnips, radishes, daikon, jicama, parsley root, celeriac, carrots, rutabaga, salsify and beets. Sweet potatoes and yams are also in season. Many root vegetables are low in fat and calories, a good source of fiber, high
Posted on February 2, 2019 by Connie Dow For a hearty and warming dish, try Kale and White Bean Stew with Sausage. This recipe capitalizes on items we usually have in our pantries, is quick and easy, and – bonus – it’s nutritious as well! A 10-ounce serving provides 26 grams of protein, 18 grams of
Posted on March 26, 2019 by Connie Dow March is National Nutrition Month! That makes it a great time to try this recipe for Baby Spinach Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette. The salad features nutrient-packed baby spinach, as well as peppers, onions and fresh citrus, and can be prepared as a delicious side salad or hearty
Posted on April 9, 2019 by Aeriel Holte “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” – Mark Twain YOLO or “you only live once,” is a phrase that reminds us to live fully and take risks. It’s also the phrase that inspires a group of residents in
Posted on July 1, 2019 by Michele Macmartin The recent New York Times article “Imprisoned by Independence” explores how older adults’ preference for “aging in place” may have inadvertently helped imprison them. According to the article, the desire for seniors to remain in familiar surroundings, and the fear of being placed in an institution, have
By Dorothea Vafiadis, MS | 4.20.2020 In this difficult time of physical distancing and curtailed outdoor activities, it’s heartening to see the outpouring of generosity to older adults from friends and neighbors, often in the form of donated meals. It’s also wonderful to see those pitching in by doing the shopping, cooking, or food delivery