Growing Bolder Community

After 50 years I finally understand how CBS came up with the name of the Art Linkletter Show, Kids Say the Darndest Things! For women in menopause, the new version of that show is: Kids Ask the Darndest Questions. In Church this past Sunday, I found myself sitting next to an inquisitive little four-year-old. Prior to the beginning of service, he was squirming around in his...

The Oscars are coming yet probably the greatest movie of all hasn’t even been nominated. The movie? Life, or more specifically our life. With the advent of the internet, I’m sure you, like me, get emails with all kinds of thoughts regarding life in general, our life and our relationships with others (Maybe you’ve read a blog or two about the subject.) Some are trite and some are...

Dear Pharmacist,How can I save money at the pharmacy. It gets real expensive, especially at this time of year.–T.A., Tulsa, Oklahoma Dear T.A., My customers used to joke and say it was the high cost of living! Here are my tips about how to save some money at the pharmacy: Buy generic prescriptions. This could save up to $400 a month, depending on the drug. Generics are supposed to be...

“Spitting‘s a nasty habit.” Violet Beauregard, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. I have a dilemma: My next-door neighbor has an abundance of phlegm. Around seven every morning I am awakened by the sound of retching. Throughout the day, the smell of cigarette smoke wafts over the fence as he expectorates LOUDLY and often. (Clearly, his doctor never mentioned the cause-and-effect...

Many people are facing tough times right now. Either it directly affects their immediate family or they know someone close like a brother, sister or friend who has lost a job, filed for bankruptcy or lost their home to foreclosure. People who are fortunate enough to be working, sometimes come to work carrying the world on their shoulders. We see people at work sometimes looking sad or are quiet or...

IrongeezerSays: “Who Are Your Workout Partners?”Surround yourself with supportive people. Decide what kind of support you need. The Mayo Clinic suggests that you think about the following: Do you want them to remind you to exercise? Ask about your progress? Participate with you regularly or occasionally? Allow you time to exercise by yourself? Go with you to a special event, such as a...

As the holiday season comes to a close, here are Santa's final tips for celebrating the holidays. Keep them in mind for next year.7. Eat Forbidden Foods - We diet all year long. Christmas calls for a vacation from dieting. And don’t feel guilty. (OK, so just don’t eat the whole pie) 8. Give to Others- Let generosity be your guide during this holiday season. (That does not...