Haru Sato loved two things: His wife, Miko, and Hawaii.
Haru was a devoted caregiver to his wife, Miko Sato. Miko had suffered a debilitating stroke that rendered her wheelchair-bound and unable to feed herself. Haru and Miko were from...
We have two vehicles which have served us very well and both have nearly 200,000 miles on them and still rust-free! . We have maintained them and have had no major expenses with either of them. One is an...
Most people think that getting old (or older) is a gradual process. Maybe it is, physiologically. But in my case I have had no really demonstrable signs of aging, unless you look at my white hair that transitioned from...
This latest, enhanced and updated edition will help guide the thinking of those challenged with aging in the family.
Since the last edition in 2006, much has happened in the field of eldercare. There is now an increasing awareness of...
As we age, our vision changes, and simple tasks, such as navigating the backyard after sunset, can become challenging for seniors. Proper outdoor lighting enhances the beauty of their surroundings and plays a crucial role in ensuring their safety...
Travel as you want; explore as much as you like they say. Well, who doesn't want to travel? We all want to go around the world, see new places, experience new cultures, click selfies with famous backgrounds, and tell...
Caring for a loved one can be a challenging and rewarding experience. But it can also be exhausting, both physically and emotionally. Caregivers need time to themselves to recharge and maintain their own mental health. Unfortunately, this is often...
The Eternal City is a delight for visitors of all ages, and particularly for those of us who have a more “historical” perspective on the world. Here are some locals’ insights about how to get the most out of...
Earth Day dates back to April in 1970. At that time people around the world gathered to bring more attention to smog prevention. Evidence had linked the pollution from smog with developmental delays in children. Currently, Earth Day is...
"If a story is in you, it has got to come out."
William Faulkner
‘There’s no sawdust on the floor in your butcher shop.’ I said to a local Kingston butcher as he cut my meat.
‘There’s hasn’t been for years.’ He answered.
‘Don’t they carry hind...
