I wanted this article to be about the physical conditioning necessary to a healthy life style. But I didn’t want it to pertain to those younger enthusiasts who exercise because they want to, or as a fad, or as part of a social gathering. I wanted to address, what? Seniors…hmm,…
Read More »Allow yourself to venture out of what is ‘your normal’ and come on an adventurous journey … Seeing a cascade of light that penetrates deep into your Soul; allow this light to seep in; sinking into the innermost places. Plunge into the light now as if it is a pool…
Read More »All over town people keep asking, “What is going on at Jones Family Dental?” Well maybe not everybody, maybe just a few people. Okay maybe not even a few people other than our wonderful patients that have endured two weeks of limited appointments and construction. Well even if you’re not…
Read More »Clutter is not unique to seniors, but some age-related conditions may make it worse. An accumulation of daily junk mail, bills, newspapers and magazines can quickly overwhelm seniors who are struggling physically, mentally or emotionally. Even seniors who simply don’t know how to part with their possessions are vulnerable. The…
Read More »When I was a kid and I got sick…the doctor came to me. My mom would scurry about cleaning up the house as this honored guest was on his way. It is unfortunate on many levels that doctors can no longer offer this service. Having spent many years speaking to…
Read More »I am often told, “I don’t know how you do it.” I am asked, “How do you balance owning a business, working over 40 hours a week, raising two small children and keeping your husband happy?” I quickly respond, “It isn’t pretty.” But the truth is I am spoiled by…
Read More »Health and wellness is a lifestyle. It’s how you feel about yourself, and who you know yourself to be. It’s loving yourself enough to take care of yourself spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically. Most of the time we just move through our days without much intention of taking care of…
Read More »I have written about our feet and their needs, I have written about the types of good shoes and why it is worth the extra money to buy custom handmade shoes. This month we will continue to discuss about how to take care of your shoes. (Past articles available at…
Read More »That! Is the question! I would hazard a guess that the percentage of the world’s trees that have been pruned is probably less than one tenth of one percent. Is it really necessary? When is it needed? How much should be removed? What about timing? I have long since lost…
Read More »The 2014 Ashland Parks & Recreation Summer Guide is here! If you haven’t already seen yours in the mail, give us a call at 541.488.5340 or stop by our office in Lithia Park at 340 S Pioneer St (off Granite St in upper Lithia Park). Programs in the summer guide…
Read More »Over-planting: Planting too many plants per pot can be very stressful on the roots. Plants competing for space are also competing for nutrients and water. Overplanted containers tend to look stressed by summer because there are too many plants trying to compete with one another. Use deep containers that will…
Read More »WOW! Thank You to the greater Rogue Valley Community for embracing the benefits of massage therapy! This has been a spring full of phenomenal growth at the Ashland Institute of Massage and for the field of massage therapy. Students and graduates alike are busy responding to the call for massage…
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