Like everyone else, I was shocked when I heard that Michael had died…in fact, I had come home early that day (not a regular event) and turned on the TV in the middle of the afternoon (not a day either). usual event)…so I saw the whole thing on CNN. I had often used Michael’s table […]

A couple of months ago, I had to have a blood test to check my thyroid. It is not a big thing. Just something I have to live with since I have hypothyroidism. I admit that sometimes it can be a headache. The wait can be long. And being inside a healthcare facility at any […]

You’ve signed up your Little League player for T-ball/coach pitch and now he needs a glove. Starting a new sport can be a strain on your wallet, especially if you’re not sure if your child will like playing baseball. You don’t have to spend a lot of money on a glove to get a good […]

Do you dare to bare your bulge? Ever since those infamous photographs of Demi Moore, half-naked supporting her rather large belly and embracing her future motherhood, photographing moms-to-be has become increasingly popular. For me personally, it’s something I love to do, as so often when we chat with moms-to-be in the studio, we find that […]

Some people will tell you that playing Scrabble is good for you because it forces you to calmly focus your attention on the board. However, if you’re a competitive person, the word “calm” may not even be in your vocabulary. Either way, here are 3 reasons why playing Scrabble is good for you, whether you’re […]

To get what we really want, it is necessary to be aware of our choices and act with intention instead of letting ourselves be dictated by unconscious motives. For example, think about a major life choice you’ve recently made. Was it done on purpose or impulsively? Did it turn out as you expected? If not, […]

If you read a lot about happiness, you probably know that there are only two emotions in life: love and fear. Since you cannot experience the opposites simultaneously, when you feel happy you cannot feel any kind of fear. The opposite also is true. Given that reality, living in a state of happiness is as […]

Are you planning to learn tennis? Tennis is such an exciting game that not only strengthens your body, but also sharpens your mind and reflexes. So I’m not surprised if you’re planning to learn tennis. Learning the game is not difficult for a number of reasons that will be explained in the article later, but […]

There are many drawing modes: linear, tonal, gestural, etc. In this article we will focus on carving the form with a sculptural sensibility. This approach to drawing is much like working with clay, except we’re working on paper, of course, and using our fingers, a stump, tissue paper, and the kneaded eraser as our sculpting […]

Infant jaundice is a common condition in babies, and in fact, around 70% of newborns show some signs of it. Most infant jaundice treatments are simple and can easily be done at home. Only rarely is aggressive treatment of jaundice necessary. Susun Weed in the Childbearing Year has an excellent section on childhood jaundice and […]