July is upon us. Know what happens in July? Heat, humidity, coupled with depressing economic times, a lazy feeling. The condition is known as the summer doldrums though economic conditions are not usually one of the causes (they are this year!). Do not think the FDA or CDC are investigating what is a common summer ailment. Do you have the symptoms? Read the rest of this entry »
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Summer Doldrums, a disease for all ages
July 18th, 2008 NancyBelle Posted in Humor, Health, General, by Nancy Belle No Comments »
July 4th Holiday, fun facts
July 3rd, 2008 NancyBelle Posted in Humor, Current Events, General, by Nancy Belle No Comments »
Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday. Thought you might find the following facts from the US Census Bureau on the 4th of July interesting:
The Fourth of July: On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress, setting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. As always, this most American of holidays will be marked by parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the country.
2.5 million; In July 1776, the estimated number of people living in the newly independent nation. Source: Historical Statistics of the United States: Colonial Times to 1970
Humor in Heaven, Guess a Good Laugh was needed there: Dody Goodman and George Carlin
June 23rd, 2008 NancyBelle Posted in Humor, Current Events, Health, by Nancy Belle 4 Comments »
Humor in Heaven, Guess a Good Laugh was needed there: Dody Goodman and George Carlin
Dody Goodman, the comedian known for her television appearances on Jack Paar’s late-night talk show and as the mother on the show “Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman,” died Sunday at 93. Do you remember Dody? I used to watch her on Jack Paar. She had a unique voice.
George Carlin, who had a history of heart trouble, also died Sunday evening after entering a California Hospital complaining of chest pains. Read the rest of this entry »
Friday Funnies: For Boomers, Seniors, Elders, all
May 16th, 2008 NancyBelle Posted in Humor, Health, by Nancy Belle No Comments »
New and old studies have shown that laughter is the best medicine. Feeling old, hurting, hate the rain, it’s time to laugh. Laughter for even ten minutes can make you feel better. Laughing is ageless but these videos are really for the boomer and above crowd. Walt Handelsman has an absolutely hysterical video on aging boomers. You can view it here, on YouTube and the website. Read the rest of this entry »
Idol Worship vs. Idle Worship
April 24th, 2008 NancyBelle Posted in Humor, Current Events, by Nancy Belle No Comments »
Ah, I have succumbed to writing about the superficial, the mania of that little show that draws millions, American Idol. Someone help me; I cannot resist. I think it’s because, as Shakespeare said (I think), “the world is too much with us”.
Sex Doesn’t End at 70
March 31st, 2008 deeanna Posted in Humor, Health, General No Comments »
I recently wrote a story on sex and older Americans. It was approached from a clinical angle, but it made me wonder at what age we get too old for sex. Is it even an age? Perhaps it’s something that sneaks up on you, like when you suddenly realize it’s been at least three years since you had a really good orange. Read the rest of this entry »
Namaste - Yoga & You
March 28th, 2008 deeanna Posted in Humor, Health, General 1 Comment »
I love doing yoga. I started practicing it about six years ago. I started gradually going to one class once a week, then I bought a DVD, and then another. Pretty soon, I was using the videos and the class, and before I knew it, I was getting really good at it.More… Once, a woman on the yoga mat next to me said I had great form. I stuck with it for about a year, right up until I was in my fifth month with my first kid. It’s been five and a half years and I’m only just now starting to get back in the groove. Read the rest of this entry »
My Mind’s Age
March 13th, 2008 deeanna Posted in Humor, General 1 Comment »
I am now officially old, who knew?
March 11th, 2008 NancyBelle Posted in Humor, Health, by Nancy Belle No Comments »
I wear glasses and have since I was 40. I am farsighted. Usually my vision and eyeglass lense changes were about every 4-5 years and were minimal. 10 years ago, I went to bi-focals and 5 years ago to tri-focals. But with new eyeglass designs, it was no big deal. 18 months ago I had a vision exam in what I call a vision factory due to HMO providers coverage. I had a change in my vision and got new glasses. About 6 months ago, I noticed a blurriness to my vision. Nothing seemed sharp. It was slight at first, then got worse and became annoying since I do alot of computer work. And I was concerned since I had just had an eye exam.
Women: ageless, a celebration
March 5th, 2008 NancyBelle Posted in Humor, Health, General, by Nancy Belle 2 Comments »
A friend sent me these 2 videos. One is women in film, magnificent portrayal. And the second an absolutely hysterical video of a seasoned female comedian. So today, in celebration of women, cause I am one and am not afraid to let video do the talking….for your viewing enjoyment. Please feel free to post your thoughts on these.
