More reasons to go outside!
At this time of year, all I can seem to think about is getting outside and enjoying the summer while it lasts! This article from the New York Times online just gave me one more reason to want to get out.
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Boomers are embracing team sports and other fitness activities much more than aging Americans of previous generations did. They're not just walking and running and joining gyms, but signing playing...
View ArticleMen And Sunscreen: Why Aren't They Using Any?
Attention men: Before you head outdoors this summer, make sure you are wearing sunscreen. Because evidently, you need some reminding. (Ok, nagging.)
View ArticleHoliday Blues? 7 Ways to Cheer Up
The winter solstice — and the shortest day of the year — will soon be upon us (Dec. 21), and not everyone is feeling the holiday spirit. Illness, loneliness, financial troubles, family problems and...
View ArticleVolunteering in a Garden Brings Friendship, Peace and Beauty
Ronnie Gardstein dons her gardening gloves and pulls her pruning shears out of her gardening bag. A beautiful and overgrown pendula, or weeping hornbeam, is in her sights. She sits in the middle of the...
View Article8 Water Getaways
When summer finally rolls around and you have some extra daylight on your hands, it’s a good time to escape to somewhere wet. It could be to a beach, lake, river or even a neighborhood pool. But my...
View ArticleGreen Peace: The Healing Power of Parks for Young and Old
One of my very best friends died three years ago. He happened to be my grandfather, who was 96 years old. He was ready. It was time.
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