The Covid-19 Pandemic was a once in a generation event. Most people in the United States had not lived through a deadly pandemic before and we all found different ways to cope with the uncertainty and mass loss of life. First, let me say that it is completely normal to still be anxious even as ... read more >
The United States is in a health crisis. Even before the Covid-19 Pandemic, Americans were facing issues such as chronic disease, suicide, and other mental health illnesses. Add in a once-in-a-generation pandemic, and Americans saw a g drop in life expectancy in the first half of 2020. According to new data from the Centers for ... read more >
With vaccinations becoming more accessible and pandemic restrictions loosening, more people are venturing back out into life again. Even with regular exercise, many of us aren't nearly as active as we used to be pre-pandemic. Don't think it's strange if you find yourself more tired than you used to be when you get back out ... read more >
Spring is the season of awakening, new birth, and the reminder that summer is coming!! As fresh produce comes in season, we exchange heavy soups and stews for Salads and Fresh Fruit. Allergies flare-up in the springtime and in addition to antihistamines, water is going to be your best friend! Skincare switches from heavier oils ... read more >
"Did you hear about ________ the __________ expert? Well they got caught doing the total opposite!" Whether it's the vegan evangelist who actually eats meat, the relationship guru that cheats on his wife, or the financial guru who is really broke, these stories are a common occurrence. Everyone is an expert, and everyone is a ... read more >
Our world is noisy. I get to a point where I have to withdraw to the wilderness and disappear. I don't want to hear another word. I don't want another distraction. I want peace and I want stillness. These words from Maria Shriver resonate strongly with me: Some weeks nothing comes to mind, no matter ... read more >
Fiction The Bright Side of Going Dark, Kelly Harms Needful Things, Stephen King Love Story, Erich Segal Valley of the Dolls, Jacqueline Susann The Testaments, Margaret Atwood Beach Read, Emily Henry Followers, Megan Angelo The Chanel Sisters, Non-Fiction King Leopold's Ghost: A Story of Greed, Terror, and Heroism in Colonial Africa, Adam Hochschild 12 Rules ... read more >
"I can't believe people watch this drivel and I have to go without my Golden Girls reruns for a whole month of this foolishness," I would rant during the Hallmark Christmas movie marathons in December. I thought these movies were ridiculous and I couldn't understand why people liked them...until last summer when one of the ... read more >
Life is about telling stories - Meghan Markle to Oprah Winfrey The lead up to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal wedding was the usual media spectacle but I was amazed at the number of women who were enamored with the idea of marrying a Prince. I knew for certain that there was a serious ... read more >
Every January I take at least 21 Days off of Social Media in order to detox, get focused, and stop the noise. I did well up until January 6 when insurrectionists stormed our Nation's Capitol killing 5 people and threatening lawmakers including Vice President Mike Pence. I just could not stay off of Social Media ... read more >
