

Why Eating in Secret Isn't Harmless
Those who’ve been to my house know that I always have a stash of Dove dark chocolates on hand. This is because I like to have a piece or...


3 Ways to Renew Yourself This Spring
Today is Easter, and even if you’re not religious, you can celebrate the day as the (real) beginning of spring. I know spring technically...


Diets Don’t Exist in a Vacuum
A few weeks ago, I read an interesting article titled “ Why America’s obsession with other countries’ diets might be holding us back ” by...


Reflections on Using an Apple Watch
About a month ago, I got an Apple watch. I wasn’t planning on it, but it was a gift for my 25th work anniversary (I’m still not sure how...


3 Takeaways About Refrigeration
If you’re like me, you probably don’t think about refrigeration much, unless you lose power or your fridge dies. Then you may scramble to...
Enjoyment of Eating Out
I’ve been out to eat a handful of times since 2020 when COVID started. Part of the reason is not wanting to spend a lot of money on...


Food and Compassion
An awful lot is going on in the world right now (or at least in the United States), and while I’m not going to delve into all of that, I...


COVID and Musings on “T-Shirt Swim Club”
Just a short newsletter this week since I’ve been dealing with COVID and have needed lots of naps. I have nothing against naps, but it...


What Exercise Can and Can’t Do
It’s the time for New Year’s resolutions again, which for many people includes losing weight. And a lot of people think the best way to...


Reflections on Traditional Holiday Foods
Do certain foods automatically come to mind when you think of Christmas (or your holiday of choice)? I know they do for me, based on...