Doctor Shopping
Thad and I have been doing some shopping – mainly to turn a room in our home into his “Manetarium”, “Bunker”, “HQ”, “The Men Den”, “Zen Den”, “The Lodge”, “The Annex”, or “The Mantuary (Sanctuary)”.
Read More
I love my doctor but the office is making me sick!
Last week I wrote about why you would look for a new doctor. But what if you love your healthcare practitioner but dealing with their office is a nightmare. The doctor is healthy but their
Read More
I Chose the Lemonade
Four months of feeling tired, weak, short of breath, lightheaded followed by a stress test, cardiac catheterization and a pacemaker seems like enough, right? But then, just as I was feeling strong and energetic, returning
Read More
From There to Here, and Here to There, funny Things are Everywhere. – Dr. Seuss
I love Dr. Seuss. His books are not just for children. The messages are ones we often need to remind ourselves of. And the biggest reminder is the need for humor in our lives. Humor
Read More
Technology and Health – A Treat or a Trick?
Recently I have been experiencing some symptoms which had me worried that I might be having heart issues. Again. I made an appointment with my cardiologist. I made an appointment with my general practitioner. Tests
Read More
Arming Myself for Battle
This week I find myself walking through some familiar corridors. It was twelve years ago Holy Easter week I underwent a cardiac catheterization and subsequent double coronary artery bypass. This Holy week – twelve years
Read More
Am I having Fun Yet?
My daughter and son in love are always telling us what busy lives we retirees have, that we are always coming and going. They envision us languishing in bed each morning, going out with friends
Read More
Time for a Trade In
Have you ever wished you could take yourself out of your body, throw it away and go to Macy’s to get yourself a new one, preferably In a size 10? Look I’ll even take a
Read More
Be Your Best Advocate by Francesca Lang
Today I would like to introduce you to a guest blogger. Francesca Lang is a fitness and nutrition professional specializing in group exercise, personal training, wellness coaching, virtual training and macro based nutritional planning. Francesca’s
Read More
Keeping Abreast of My Blessings
July 14, 2021 marks our 47th wedding anniversary. I started off the day with a mammogram and ultrasound. When I made the appointment I didn’t think much about it being our anniversary – just looking
Read More
Celebrate with Food
Fourth of July is a time of celebrating everything that is good about our country and I can think of no better way to celebrate than with food. Here are a few recipes to help
Read More
What’s the Take-Away from a Season of Lemons?
My friend has just come out of a season of lemons. You know, when medical mayhem takes over your life, leaving you breathless, hurting, and exhausted. She is my “Buddy” and we have known each
Read More