Picture this: it’s a quiet early morning on the river, cool water so glassy that it reflects the sky, disturbed only by your paddle dipping smoothly below the surface. This is paddleboarding as Perry Thomas describes it. It’s a sensory experience defined by presence, patience, and balance. “It feels like you’re suspended between two worlds,” […]
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Turn Toward The Sun – Morning Light And Evening Routines Keep You Well
Most of us don’t think much about our circadian rhythms until we have to spring forward or fall back an hour each year. It is at this point that we all remember how much those seemingly slight time alterations mess up our internal clocks. We’re tired, grouchy, and a little out of sorts for a […]
Spying – Just A Little
These tech tools can help you find out if your loved one needs more assistance. Purchase a smart fitness tracker like the Apple Watch Series 10, Fitbit Charge 6, or Samsung Galaxy Fit3 to track a wide range of health and wellness metrics including heart rate, blood oxygen levels, blood pressure, physical activity, and sleep. […]
Activities
Balanced On A Floating Board
Picture this: it’s a quiet early morning on the river, cool water so glassy that it reflects the sky, disturbed only by your paddle dipping smoothly below the surface. This is paddleboarding as Perry Thomas describes it. It’s a sensory experience defined by presence, patience, and balance. “It feels like you’re suspended between two worlds,” […]
Celebrate One Of The Last American Revolution Battles In This Kentucky Town This Summer
What plans do you have this summer? For the history buffs, go to this Kentucky town and learn some interesting American Revolution facts and more. Celebrate the Semiquincentennial This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. And no matter how old you are, there are always things to learn […]
Health & Fitness
Balanced On A Floating Board
Picture this: it’s a quiet early morning on the river, cool water so glassy that it reflects the sky, disturbed only by your paddle dipping smoothly below the surface. This is paddleboarding as Perry Thomas describes it. It’s a sensory experience defined by presence, patience, and balance. “It feels like you’re suspended between two worlds,” […]
Get Your Loved One Moving
Scheduling Movement Opportunities If your loved one uses a wheelchair or has mobility challenges, they can still get some exercise at these local places that are equipped for accessibility. By Anita Oldham | Photo submitted by Home of the Innocents P.S. You may also be interested is this article: Accessible Outings.
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Celebrate One Of The Last American Revolution Battles In This Kentucky Town This Summer
What plans do you have this summer? For the history buffs, go to this Kentucky town and learn some interesting American Revolution facts and more. Celebrate the Semiquincentennial This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. And no matter how old you are, there are always things to learn […]
Here Are Two New Release We Are Watching This Summer – Take A Look
Little House on the Prairie, Netflix, out July 9 Netflix’s reimagining of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s classic books builds on the nostalgia of the original 1970s series. This adaptation will bring a modern depth to the Ingalls’ frontier life and has already been renewed for a second season. The Dink, Apple TV+, out July 24 This […]
Turn Toward The Sun – Morning Light And Evening Routines Keep You Well
Most of us don’t think much about our circadian rhythms until we have to spring forward or fall back an hour each year. It is at this point that we all remember how much those seemingly slight time alterations mess up our internal clocks. We’re tired, grouchy, and a little out of sorts for a […]
Summer Days Can Be Hot – Plan To Rent A Pool
Typically, when people think of renting fun, they think of a building. But did you know that you can actually rent someone’s pool? Jeffery Shaw first heard about Swimply, an app that allows homeowners to rent their swimming pools, hot tubs, and tennis courts by the hour, when it was featured on The Today Show. […]
Water Can Change The Atmosphere Of A Garden
If you have a little more budget and want something custom, there are many different options to make water a focal point in your landscape. This might be a small reflecting basin, a bubbling stone, a wall fountain, a pondless waterfall, or a narrow rill that moves water gently through the garden. The goal does […]