

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...


Visit to a Candy Store
The expression “like a kid in a candy store” usually refers to something other than a visit to an actual candy store. But last week, I...


5 Tips for Coping with Holiday Stress
Somehow, the holidays are right around the corner, and while they’re generally happy occasions, they also come with many expectations....


3 Ways to Go Deeper with Gratitude
You’ve probably heard how beneficial it is to cultivate gratitude, maybe even keep a gratitude journal. That’s all well and good, but it...


Reflections on “The Weight of Love”
A few weeks ago, I listened to an episode of the podcast Death, Sex & Money called “The Weight of Love” , which involved people talking...


Eating While on Vacation
I recently went to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, for a couple of days, and it may not surprise you to know that I thought a lot about food when...


Be Responsible or Practice Self-Care?
How often do you face the decision to continue being responsible and “adulting” or taking a break and practicing self-care? And how often...


How Heavy Women Should Be Portrayed
Last week, I watched the movie Falling for Figaro , and while I liked it in general, I loved one part. The portrayal of Millie, the...