By Ellyn Mantell Summer brings so much increased energy, much of which comes from being outdoors. Seniors may decide, however, that it is too much trouble to make their ...
Category: Family Pets & Living
FAMILY ADVENTURES:
Got a Fourth grader? Go to a National Park this summer- For FREE!
By Joanne Kleinle Summer is here! It is time to plan fun, family adventures that create great memories, teach a thing or two, and (hopefully) not break the bank. ...
SLICE OF LIFE:
If I Can, You Can!
By Ellyn Mantell Walking to school one windy day in March when I was in 6th grade, I decided that at some point, I would write my story. Although ...
THE ART OF LIVING
The Pain/Pleasure Principle
By Barry Farber, Diamond Minds All humans have one thing in common. We are fundamentally guided by the "pain-pleasure principle", which means we are motivated to seek out pleasure ...
TEEN VOICE
That’s So Fake-How to Spot the Lies Hiding in Your Feed
By: Adithya Bharath Have you ever shared a post just because it had a dramatic headline or a wild video — only to realize later it wasn’t even true? ...
SENIOR CORNER
Walk for Years
By Ellyn Mantell The mornings may no longer be crisp, but even in the summer, it is the perfect time to walk for longer years! We live on an ...
CAMP CONFIDENTIAL
Top 10 Reasons to Send Your Child to Summer Camp at the Y
By Jenayah Mathis-Minnigan As summer approaches, many families find themselves asking the big questions: “How will I keep my child busy all summer?” or “Where can I send my ...
CREATIVE CORNER
Cement Outdoor Decor
By Carolyn Hanson Several years ago, I built a labyrinth in an unused area of the yard. I walk it each day after my regular walk through the neighborhood. ...
CREATIVE CORNER: Oodles of Doodles for Knitters
By Carolyn Hanson Have you seen them? They look like trading cards. Each has a grid design on one side and a color illustration on the other. These themed ...
SLICE OF LIFE: Building the Flexibility Muscle
By Ellyn Mantell If aging has taught me anything, it is that not only does my body need to be agile and flexible, but so does my mind. Looking ...