The dogs woke me this morning at 4:30 AM. I'm not one of those people that can get up (like to let the dogs outside, wait...
why you feel bad when you don’t get enough sleep
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Navigating Mobility Challenges as You Age
Dharma is still struggling with mobility but seems to be improving somewhat. She's on meds from the vet and although I...
it’s like a popping lawn mower
If you ever had young children, you know the dread that comes when someone walks in with a gift and it's one of those lawn...
how many tomato plants for a family of six?
There are only 6 people that consistently eat from Mr. Pesky's garden. Those 6 rotate according to what vegetable is...
i am not a man with chest hair
EDIT... UPDATE... First, we survived another "be weather aware" night. Although we had a short storm, it wasn't awful. The...
to be old and healthy is a blessing
Sitting on the deck under an umbrella yesterday afternoon to cool off while mowing, I was thinking about how lucky I am to...
Three Reasons to Step Outside and Soak Up Nature
As Perry and I were sitting on the deck this evening, we were talking about what people do with their lives when they live...
setting the stage for a vibrant season of growth and color
It’s the perfect time to dig into gardening according to Mr. Pesky, gardener extraordinaire. Although there are still...
a scientific study hints at future therapies
A recent groundbreaking study explains why hair turns gray as we age. Stem cells hold the power to regenerate tissues and...