Living in Tornado Alley: A Kansas Survival Guide for Staying Sane
(Featuring weather anxiety, basement negotiations, and at least one emotional support rib-eye) There are few things more uniquely Kansan than standing outside during a thunderstorm saying, “Huh… the sky looks a little green.” People who don’t live in tornado country imagine that spring in…
Read This Before Becoming A Family Caregiver
Taking care of a loved one will change you No one tells you that caregiving means becoming responsible for parts of your loved one’s life you never imagined. Between schedules, symptoms, meds, side effects, pharmacy pick ups, appointments, insurance companies, lab results, cooking, and…
Keto Diet And Hidden Dangers Of Oxalates
In recent years, the ketogenic diet has exploded in popularity. Praised for weight loss, blood sugar control, and appetite reduction, keto has helped many people improve their health. But there’s a side of the keto lifestyle that is rarely discussed: the extremely high intake…
Do You Put The ‘Pro’ In Procrastinate?
“I Don’t Procrastinate. I Do Side Quests.” My brain: ‘Let’s get to work.’ Also my brain: ‘But first, let’s reorganize the spice rack.’ Procrastination has a way of disguising itself as harmless delay—“I’ll do it later,” “I need to feel more ready,” or “I…
Decluttering: A Gift to Your Children and Yourself
As we move through the later stages of life, we often accumulate far more than we realize—furniture, keepsakes, paperwork, collections, and everyday items that quietly build up over the years. While these belongings may hold memories or once served a purpose, there comes a…
You’re Never Too Old To Create A New Habit
It’s never too late to develop new habits, and this applies to individuals of all ages. Whether you’re looking to improve your health, learn a new skill, or change your daily routine, forming new habits can lead to significant benefits. Benefits of Developing New…
