Ninety-year-old fiber artist Mary Craik was born on West Market Street, lived in 10 different states and two foreign countries, returned to her hometown, and now lives and has her studio and art gallery on East Market Street.Interview by Lucy M. PritchettHow did you come to be a … [Read more...] about Get to know this local fiber artist
Two solutions for smelly feet
It can be embarrassing, but foot odor is something we all get on occasion. The main cause of the offense is sweat. Or more precisely, the by-product of bacteria feeding off the sweat that is released from your feet and soaks into your shoes. In some cases, persistent foot odor … [Read more...] about Two solutions for smelly feet
You’re never too old for exercising!
“Some [seniors] may think it is unsafe to start exercises because of heart disease or just because you are out of shape, but you are never too old to start,” says Rhonda Moss, owner of Curves in Jeffersontown. According to Moss, 6 to 8 percent of muscle mass is lost per decade … [Read more...] about You’re never too old for exercising!
Save your skin this summer
We all know we should wear sunscreen when heading outside on a sunny day, but did you know it should be a part of your daily skin care routine?“Sunscreen should be applied 365 days a year,” says Dr. Melissa Wise, a dermatologist at The Skin Group. “An SPF (sun protection factor) … [Read more...] about Save your skin this summer
Say ‘hi’ on Skype – and other tech to try
Residents at The Villas of Guerin Woods, a nursing facility in Southern Indiana, are learning how to use the Internet to stay connected with family members. Their computer technology, called iN2L (It’s Never 2 Late) allows users to connect with loved ones through email and Skype, … [Read more...] about Say ‘hi’ on Skype – and other tech to try