Is Facebook Good or Evil?
I recently overheard two women having a heated discussion about whether or not Facebook has been a good addition to their lives. They noticed I was listening and asked me to join the conversation. I [...]
The Dark Side of Lyme Disease
I wasn’t surprised when I eventually found out I had contracted Lyme Disease. I love to hike in the woods and I love dogs. And, to make matters worse, I’m one of those “bad” dog [...]
Push the Snooze Button—It May Help You Lose Weight
I was never one of those people who could stay up all night cramming for an exam. Heck, I couldn’t even stay up all night having fun! I’m not a morning person and I’m embarrassed [...]
Burn More Calories Now
We are all creatures of habit. Over the years, we develop good habits and bad habits. We learn these habits from family, friends and co-workers. Surprisingly, good habits are just as easy to develop as bad [...]
Loneliness Kills
My dad died on Mother’s Day 12 years ago. He always hated the holiday so it seemed fitting that he left mom on that day. The year was 2001, the same year as 9-11, and [...]
Busy? Try the 7 Minute Workout
It’s that time of the year when there’s just not enough time to get everything done. Between parties and volunteering and shopping and wrapping and decorating, who has time to exercise? If you thought you [...]