Stop For Lunch: From athletes to movie stars to political figures — and a race horse or two thrown in for good measure — half the fun of eating in this historic Jack Fry’s Restaurant is trying to see how many faces you recognize. And of course, the food never fails to please. I cannot […]
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Two Techniques For Soothing Your Loved One’s Emotions
If you’re a caregiver and the person you’re caring for gets upset, it can be tricky to know how to handle the situation. Becky Beanblossom, president of Home Instead Senior Care, offers two techniques for calming your loved one. When your loved one is angry or upset… “There is a technique I use called “Apologize […]
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Go With The Flow: Caregiving For Someone With Dementia Might Require A Little Acting.
Karen Stobbe’s dad was diagnosed with dementia more than 25 years ago and since that time, she has dedicated her life and skills as a theater professional into training others. “I went to every workshop, conference, and read every book. I wrote a performance about caregiving, then wrote a book, and then created my first […]
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Here Are Some Favorite Spots For A Local Lunch Outing
Stop For Lunch: From athletes to movie stars to political figures — and a race horse or two thrown in for good measure — half the fun of eating in this historic Jack Fry’s Restaurant is trying to see how many faces you recognize. And of course, the food never fails to please. I cannot […]
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A Local Outing That’s Kentucky Influenced
Any stop along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, with the starting point at the Frazier Kentucky History Museum, can be great fun. Consider the Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Experience at Stitzel-Weller Distillery. It originally opened to the public on Derby Day 1935 and reopened again in 2014. Or try the Rabbit Hole Distillery in the Nulu area. […]
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Our Mobility Hinges On Our Knees
We ask a lot of our knees. Our ability to stand, walk and move literally hinges on our knee joints as they bear our body weight. As we age, overuse or trauma to the knee can sometimes lead to osteoarthritis – a condition in which the cartilage in the knee wears away over time, leading […]
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Get Away For A While And Explore The Ruins Of This Bygone Amusement Park
Hike At Rose Island If you want to get away from it all for a while, head to Charlestown State Park in Southern Indiana and get yourself to the Rose Island Loop Trail. You’ll walk along a paved path, cross the Portersville Bridge, and find yourself in the ruins of Rose Island Amusement Park, which […]
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How To Find Joy. Life Is Not Meant To Be Endured
As a minister, I have the privilege to officiate some 50 weddings a year. I see the joy in lovers’ eyes as I meet with them to plan their ceremony and as they pledge their love to one another. As a hospice chaplain, I have the privilege to celebrate many funeral services. I see the […]
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Here Are Some Great Summer Reading Suggestions
Same As It Ever Was by Claire Lombardo – June 18 While Same As It Ever Was might be tempting to file away into the genre of family drama, it is much more than that. At its core, the novel seems like a very personal take on the nature of relationships and how they grow […]
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Sharing A Home – Preparing For When Family Moves In (part 1 of 2).
“Son, We’re Moving In!” Alzheimer’s disease. Stroke. Financial incident. Car accident. Surgery. Loneliness. Heart attack. There are many reasons you might move in with your parents or in-laws, or why they may move in with you. It is not a simple choice and there are some things everyone should consider. First about me and my […]
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The Goodwill Of Amy Luttrell
Kindness has benefits that reach deep. Kind acts can improve relationships and support others in feeling valued. And ‘random acts of kindness’ such as giving a compliment, helping a neighbor, or holding the door for strangers are contagious — in a good way. When a person experiences this thoughtfulness, they’re likely to pay it forward. […]
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A Local Outing That’s Kentucky Influenced
Any stop along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, with the starting point at the Frazier Kentucky History Museum, can be great fun. Consider the Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Experience at Stitzel-Weller Distillery. It originally opened to the public on Derby Day 1935 and reopened again in 2014. Or try the Rabbit Hole Distillery in the Nulu area. […]