Month: June 2018

Osteoporosis: It’s All About Your Density, Not Your Destiny

Osteoporosis: It’s All About Your Density, Not Your Destiny

You’ve all heard the jokes about hip fractures and/or hip replacements… An elderly man is told he needs a hip replacement and his wife replies, “He’s never been ‘hip’ a day in his life.  How can you replace something he’s never had?” Have you ever 

Meal Time (Should) = Family Time

Meal Time (Should) = Family Time

Yes, we all lead busy, stress-filled lives, but that is usually by choice.  Many parents feel guilty if they, or their children, have any “down time.”  Modern parents believe that their lives and, by extension, the lives of their children, should be filled with work 

America’s Cornucopia of Summer Fruits and Veggies

America’s Cornucopia of Summer Fruits and Veggies

I think sometimes we forget the sheer variety of fruits and veggies produced by this “great” (sorry, I’ve always thought of U.S. as great) country.  But given its massive size and varying climates, it should come as no surprise that America produces quite a cornucopia 

Summer Bonding Activities with the Grandkids

Summer Bonding Activities with the Grandkids

In writing these blogs, my wonderful editor simply suggests a topic and then leaves the rest to me (which, more often than not, usually works out fine).  For example, for the post you’re currently enjoying, the topic was “Bored?  Great ideas for shaking up the