A love of “kids and critters” motivates Louisville Zoo volunteer docent Diana Grammer in her work. After growing up in Illinois, Diana attended Sullivan College and married a Louisville native, making this area her home for more than five decades. A few years after retiring from … [Read more...] about Spreading Critter Love
Positive Mental Thinking
A Moment To Notice
The value of ritual is profound and underappreciated. Mostly, I think, it’s because we live in a time-starved culture in which ritual is time-indulgent. We have even lost the sense of ritual, presence, and intimacy of the meal; we no longer sit down to meals in the old … [Read more...] about A Moment To Notice
Pick Places You Don’t Walk Away From
For those who care: This is the continuation of the discussive and supportive space for those who are caring for their loved ones. As caregivers, we collectively remember that not everything has a solution, but most things can be improved. Q: My mom is becoming more homebound … [Read more...] about Pick Places You Don’t Walk Away From
Feeling Lonely? How To Take A Step Forward
I always talk to people on elevators. One day I was talking to a dear old lady who told me she was lonely. She had reared several children, but now they were scattered, her husband had died, and she lived alone. She said it wasn’t so bad until she sat down to eat: “Eating just by … [Read more...] about Feeling Lonely? How To Take A Step Forward
Celebrate America’s 250th By Planning An Unforgettable Trip Within The States
If you haven't already done so, now might be time to think about travel plans for the year. Everyone has a unique travel personality. Some people prefer cities, while others love to get out in nature. Some like to return to the same area year after year, while others think life … [Read more...] about Celebrate America’s 250th By Planning An Unforgettable Trip Within The States