In the fall of 2025 my husband and I took a trip with a cycling group to Acadia National Park in Maine. The planning started about a year before it happened. It was worth the wait! We were reminded that one of the greatest joys of traveling is connecting with others. I’m excited … [Read more...] about Actively Seeking The Sun
Exercise and Fitness
Fitness + Friendship = Pickleball
If you haven’t yet found a way to be active while also being social, you can double your gains if you combine the two. We all know moving keeps us healthy, but the social aspects have been proven to make at least as much of a difference in our well-being as exercise. Check out … [Read more...] about Fitness + Friendship = Pickleball
Bring Nature Closer
The great outdoors. Its smells, sights, sounds, textures, and tastes offer us countless chances to enjoy its beauty. These rich experiences don’t just boost our mood and health — they also exercise our body’s sensory system, which in turn encourages our brains to stay sharp … [Read more...] about Bring Nature Closer
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, … [Read more...] about Balanced On A Floating Board
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 … [Read more...] about Get Your Loved One Moving