Red Lentil, Rice, and Coconut Soup Recipe
This soup ticks so many boxes. It’s easy to make even if you’re not really a cook. It’s cheap. It tastes delicious and it’s highly nutritious too. As well as the lentils, rice and coconut, the soup uses ginger, turmeric and garlic too…
Read MoreAddressing the Culture of Clothing
I have several suitcases full of summer clothes that I may never wear again. I loved them once. Still do, in fact. My body hasn’t changed. My mind hasn’t changed. Minnesota has hot summers so the climate isn’t dictating that decision…
Read MoreBest Hairstyles for Women Over 70
Are you contemplating a makeover for your hairstyle? Have you stuck to the same look for an extended period and feel it’s time for a change? In the past, societal expectations often dictated that women over 70 should maintain a specific…
Read MoreWhat’s the Deal with Shopping Anyway?
I cannot keep my secret quiet any longer. I have suffered in silence for years. Only my closest friends know the situation and they tend to sympathise. It’s not really my fault, but I really HATE shopping. I always have. Let’s try to ‘unpack’ this little problem…
Read More10 Foods that Keep Heart Disease from Worsening or May Prevent It All Together
Heart disease is actually any disease of the heart but what I will be addressing in this article is coronary artery disease – the most common heart disease. This causes narrowing of the arteries and may results in a heart attack. Heart disease is the leading…
Read MoreCruise Clothes for Older Ladies
Going on a cruise is a thrilling experience filled with adventure and relaxation. But before you set sail, one important task is choosing suitable cruising clothing. Whether you’re exploring ports or lounging on deck, finding the perfect balance…
Read MoreGet Your Best Ideas Before You Get Out of Bed: A 5-Step Process to Creativity
There are many routes to creativity and – contrary to what we were told as children. Whether you call it thinking outside the box, originality, or dynamic problem-solving, creativity is simply a way of approaching puzzling situations and coming up…
Read MoreEmbracing Rebirth, Redirection, and Meaning This Spring Season
I have a deep affection for winter. There’s something about the crisp air, the blanket of snow, and the cozy evenings spent nestled on the couch with a warm, soft blanket that fills me with contentment and joy. However, as spring approaches…
Read MoreTechnology Tales: DEXA Scan, More than Bone Density
A DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan is well-known and highly regarded for its detailed assessments of bone health. Most of us have heard of it, and many have had one. But there’s far more to a scan than bone density…
Read MoreTo Eat or Not Eat… Meat – A Diet After 60 Decision Worth Debating
I grew up eating like a farmer’s daughter, too. I love meat. I know a lot of people don’t eat anything with eyes for personal reasons, and I’m fine with that. But the meat food group often gets a bad rap which, in my opinion, is not fair…
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