The practice of hospitality is a primordial one. The ancient Greeks called it xenia, the generous receiving of guests as decreed by the gods. Offering a place to stay, a meal, or a kindness to another was thought to create a bond deeper than friendship. When we open our … [Read more...] about Welcome The Little Things That Make A Difference
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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 … [Read more...] about Get Away For A While And Explore The Ruins Of This Bygone Amusement Park
Flying Along With Your Adult Children
Wouldn’t it be nice if our kids came with parenting instructions? I envision a world where a lengthy manual is included at our baby’s birth detailing everything we need to know from sleep training to first dates. Sure, we can find some parenting insight from trusted websites, … [Read more...] about Flying Along With Your Adult Children
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, … [Read more...] about Go With The Flow: Caregiving For Someone With Dementia Might Require A Little Acting.
Check Out These Tech Tools For Easier Outdoor Pruning
Thinking about sprucing up around your homes? Outdoor home and garden work can often be physically demanding, but here are some tools that make the job a bit easier. Ryobi One+ Cordless bypass lopper - approximately $134 You don’t realize how badly you need this tool until … [Read more...] about Check Out These Tech Tools For Easier Outdoor Pruning