I was at the garden center of a Home Depot one afternoon, hovering by the shade-tolerant plants, when a woman investigating the hostas turned to me and said, “I’ve always said that if you have to buy hostas, you need more friends — but oh well, here I am anyway!” I laughed, … [Read more...] about Rooted In Memory
Positive Mental Thinking
Missing Something?
Everyone feels left out sometimes – here’s what you can do: As we mature, our emotions grow and change with us. We develop the tools to communicate succinctly instead of having that ginormous meltdown in the toy aisle at Target. Even as adults, though, there are some feelings … [Read more...] about Missing Something?
Finding The Fullness Of Life
How do we find the fullness of life? How do we learn to join the dance and sing the songs of life in all of its fullness? It seems to me that there are five essential steps that can be taken in order and each builds on the other. The more deeply these five elements are realized, … [Read more...] about Finding The Fullness Of Life
Accessible Outings In Downtown Louisville
When you or a loved one needs to navigate life in a wheelchair or scooter, accessibility becomes everything. And beyond the challenges of everyday life at home (Can you get around your house? Can you get into the bathroom?), getting out to go anywhere for fun or a mental break … [Read more...] about Accessible Outings In Downtown Louisville
Movement Is Medicine
The perks exercise can offer a person could fill a book, and they have. Physical activity can improve balance, help prevent chronic disease, aid in arthritis pain, and even improve our mood. According to the Centers for Disease Control, as an older adult, regular physical … [Read more...] about Movement Is Medicine