Month: May 2018

What is the True Meaning of Memorial Day?

What is the True Meaning of Memorial Day?

The unofficial start of the summer vacation season?  A day off work and school?  An excuse to host or attend a picnic to scarf burgers, dogs and beer?  A reason to wave an American flag as a means to show patriotism if only for a 

Ten Unique Gifts for Father’s Day

Ten Unique Gifts for Father’s Day

I’ve received, and given, some horrible Father’s Day gifts over the years, to include ties, socks, soap (yes, soap), a hammer, mulch, and a bottle of whiskey (despite the fact that my dad does not drink hard liquor.  I saw it sitting in his basement 

FYI: National Senior Health and Fitness Day is Wednesday, May 30th

FYI: National Senior Health and Fitness Day is Wednesday, May 30th

Yes, I know that’s a long, unwieldy title, but so is National Senior Health and Fitness Day, so I was a bit constrained by that fact…cut me some slack.  Anyway, NSH&FD is, in fact, celebrating its 25th anniversary the last Wednesday in May, which has 

Best Foods for Arthritis Relief

Best Foods for Arthritis Relief

While no diet can cure either rheumatoid or osteoarthritis, there are some foods that can provide symptom relief if eaten on a regular basis.  And while each form of arthritis is different (rheumatoid arthritis is an auto-immune disorder that produces inflammation within the joints and