While I did my share of fancy cooking with and for the grandkids in years gone by, you won’t see choo-choo trains made from fresh vegetables or pancakes made in the shape of Mickey’s head coming from my kitchen these days. I no longer have little ones here on Halloween to enjoy making ghosts from NutterButter… Continue reading Ganny’s Kid-Friendly Foods for Lunch
Month: September 2016
A Fireman’s Bravery Moves Past Burning Buildings
This the story of one man. He was a warrior in the guise of a firefighter. He took his life in his hands every day, whether at work or not, for it never occurred to him not to help. It never occurred to him to turn his back because the call was too dangerous or… Continue reading A Fireman’s Bravery Moves Past Burning Buildings
The 5 Things All Dog & Cat Owners Should Know about Pet Food
If you love your pet, there are some facts you should know about commercial pet food. Below are the 5 that I consider the most important to keep your dog or cat healthy. 1. Don’t listen to the marketing hype. The pretty pictures on the pet food packages and in advertising do not always tell… Continue reading The 5 Things All Dog & Cat Owners Should Know about Pet Food
How America’s #1 Painkiller Can Be a Real Pain
What You Should Know About Any Painkiller. “Here, take this painkiller and it should make you feel better. Back pain is one of the worst kinds since our backs are involved in everything our bodies do. But this should help.” So begins the patient’s experience with Norco or Hydrocodone, one of the most popular drugs prescribed… Continue reading How America’s #1 Painkiller Can Be a Real Pain
Haven’t Talked to Her in 75 Years – Ain’t Gonna Do It Now!
Since my brother became ill, I attended most doctor appointments or sat with him each day when he stayed in the hospital. Knowing more about his health than he at that point, I answered questions from doctors and nurses. I automatically spoke regarding illnesses and medications he took, as well as when he visited… Continue reading Haven’t Talked to Her in 75 Years – Ain’t Gonna Do It Now!
Reverse Mortgage – Blessing or Curse?
Reverse Mortgage – Blessing or Curse? Those reverse mortgage advertisements look like blessings to seniors. But, is it in reality a blessing or a curse? “Wow, honey, I think that could work for us. That reverse mortgage looks as though it could solve any money problems we have. What do you think? June’s voice held… Continue reading Reverse Mortgage – Blessing or Curse?
A Little Humor Brightens Your Day
Retired Person’s Perspective 1. I’m not saying let’s go kill all the stupid people. I’m just saying let’s remove all the warning labels and let the problem work itself out. 2. I changed my car horn to gunshot sounds. People move out of the way much faster now. 3. You can tell a lot about… Continue reading A Little Humor Brightens Your Day
How Does a Claustrophobic Survive an MRI?
For those of us suffering from any degree of claustrophobia, just thinking about that dreaded MRI machine could bring on a panic attack. My first experience with the Magnetic Resonance Imaging machine (MRI) followed a routine stress test. It was open-sided, but no one told me in advance that the top is placed so close… Continue reading How Does a Claustrophobic Survive an MRI?
What the Younger Generation Could Learn from Seniors
Fellow seniors, remember when we were “the younger generation?” Seldom did our parents do anything right in our eyes. We all had times when we were sure we knew it all. And before I knew it, my own children reached teen status, and aimed the eye rolling and behind-the back-snickers at me. I don’t know about… Continue reading What the Younger Generation Could Learn from Seniors
A Warrior – Living With the Past
PTSD and Hate Upon Returning Home “Living with the past isn’t that difficult, unless one has PTSD or never got over the drug addictions that seem to go along with war. PTSD is short for Post-Tramatic Stress Disorder, a horror that follows our military home from war. So many of us were proud to serve… Continue reading A Warrior – Living With the Past