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The Jambalaya Recipe That Earned This New Englander a Compliment as a “Southerner”

“Only a southerner can make Jambalaya this good!” said the man at our church Mardi Gras party after he tasted my creation (I took a basic jambalaya recipe and made my own changes – and it was a huge success). “Oh,” I replied, “and I’m from Massachusetts.” I take...

Sep 15, 2023

The Mysteries and Superstitions of Black Cats

August 17 celebrates National Black Cat Appreciation Day, which should not be confused with National Cat Day. On this date, we specifically celebrate the black cat. Today we love black cats, at least the majority of us do. To prove that statement one only has to...

Aug 16, 2023

What is Mentalpause as Opposed to Menopause? Understanding Life During the Change

Years ago, I worked with a wonderful woman who had a coffee cup that read, “I’m not forgetful, I’m in mentalpause.” And she LEFT the mug all over the place – near the coffee pot, in the ladies’ room, in my office – it was really rather funny. But it’s true! Women...

Aug 3, 2023

Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy: Tackling Trauma with Human/Horse Interactions

Life can include blessings involving one’s profession and one’s passion. This is true for Dr. Vicki Kirsch and her lifelong love of horses. Dr. Vicki Kirsch, Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Arts (MA), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), is an Associate...

May 31, 2023

What is Just Sadness and What is Depression?

The most important thing for people everywhere who will read and hopefully share this article is the list of ways to seek help whenever someone feels sad, depressed, out of sync with the world, suicidal, or out of sorts in any way. If you’re not sure, but you don’t...

May 24, 2023

Loving and Being Loved By Your Pets: Meet Our Special Friends and Family

“’I never knew I could feel like this! I feel like I’m going to start crying because this feels so good.’ These are the words that a young lady said to me as she hugged my dog for the first time. We were visiting a group of ‘at risk’ youth when Chip made a special...

Apr 24, 2023

Ramadan: In Observance of a Holy Month of Fasting, Prayer and Reflection

The Muslim faith follows the rules for the Holy month of Ramadan, an observance based on the lunar cycle. Because the beginning relates not to a date but to the phase of the moon, it occurs ten days earlier each year. Ramadan started in 2023 on Wednesday, March 22,...

Apr 5, 2023

The History of Birth Control: Contraception Methods Through the Ages

A woman and her family have sought methods of avoiding pregnancy for longer than we can estimate. The debate over who can do what is not new in the world, but today we do have the quest right in our faces with legislation changes and fears of what will happen next....

Mar 7, 2023

Agreement and Accountability: Long-Distance Gym Buddies Make Exercise Fun!

Last Tuesday something was on the news that I knew my friend Becky would find interesting, so I sent her an Instant Message (IM), and I ended with, “And how are you?” Her response was a bit of a shock. “I’m depressed. I can’t play softball since it’s winter and...

Feb 21, 2023

The Fitness Benefits of Horseback Riding According to Equestrians

"Not only is horseback riding a great total body workout with upper body strength, core, and balance, but the lower body as well with the ability to hold your seat and move as one with your horse,” sums up the question of how horseback riding provides exercise...

Feb 7, 2023

Celebrating the Creative Ones on National Bakers Crafters Makers Day

When I asked my friend Renee how she started her own jewelry business, she explained, “Because I bought a blouse, and I wanted a funky necklace to go with it.” That’s impressive. My friend Carol in Scotland makes amazingly beautiful and intricate cakes for all...

Jan 21, 2023

From “Word-Cross Puzzle” to The New York Times: National Crossword Puzzle Day Engages Fans

When my daughter was home for spring break from college one year, she decided to “do” crossword puzzles, which actually meant the whole family would “do” crossword puzzles. “Six-letter word for New York State,” she’d call out and someone would answer, “Empire.”...

Dec 21, 2022

Don’t Just Travel the World: Immerse Yourself in the Culture!

What is Just Sadness and What is Depression?

Are You Getting Enough Sleep? The Impact of Poor Sleep Hygiene

Why You Can’t Dismiss Stress and How to Recognize the Source of Stressors

Agreement and Accountability: Long-Distance Gym Buddies Make Exercise Fun!

The Jambalaya Recipe That Earned This New Englander a Compliment as a “Southerner”

The Mysteries and Superstitions of Black Cats

What is Mentalpause as Opposed to Menopause? Understanding Life During the Change

What is Just Sadness and What is Depression?

Loving and Being Loved By Your Pets: Meet Our Special Friends and Family

Ramadan: In Observance of a Holy Month of Fasting, Prayer and Reflection

The History of Birth Control: Contraception Methods Through the Ages

Agreement and Accountability: Long-Distance Gym Buddies Make Exercise Fun!

The Fitness Benefits of Horseback Riding According to Equestrians

Celebrating the Creative Ones on National Bakers Crafters Makers Day

From “Word-Cross Puzzle” to The New York Times: National Crossword Puzzle Day Engages Fans

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