Keto Diet And Hidden Dangers Of Oxalates
There’s a side of the keto lifestyle that is rarely discussed: the extremely high intake of oxalates that often comes with it.
Many staple keto foods are loaded with oxalates — naturally occurring compounds found in plants that can contribute to kidney stones, inflammation, pain, and other health problems in susceptible individuals. While not everyone reacts negatively to oxalates, chronic overconsumption may quietly create problems over time, especially when high-oxalate foods are eaten daily. Read More
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 work better under pressure.” But over time, it quietly drains your energy, adds stress, and keeps meaningful goals just out of reach. The good news is that procrastination isn’t a personality flaw—it’s a pattern. And patterns can be changed. Read More
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 time when it’s worth asking: Who will take care of all this someday? Read More
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. Read More
WHEN I’M AN OLD LADY
by Joanne Bailey Baxter
When I’m an old lady, I’ll live with each kid,
And bring so much happiness just as they did.
I want to pay back all the joy they’ve provided.
Returning each deed! Oh, they’ll be so excited!
When I’m an old lady and live with my kids.
I’ll write on the walls with reds, whites and blues,
And I’ll bounce on the furniture wearing my shoes.
I’ll drink from the carton and then leave it out.
I’ll stuff all the toilets and oh, how they’ll shout!
When I’m an old lady and live with my kids.
When they’re on the phone and just out of reach,
I’ll get into things like sugar and bleach.
Oh, they’ll snap their fingers and then shake their head,
And when that is done, I will hide under the bed.
When I’m an old lady and live with my kids.
When they cook dinner and call me to eat,
I’ll not eat my green beans or salad or meat,
I’ll gag on my okra, spill milk on the table,
And when they get angry I’ll run if I’m able!
When I’m an old lady and live with my kids.
I’ll sit close to the TV, through channels I’ll click,
I’ll cross both eyes just to see if they stick.
I’ll take off my socks and throw one away,
And play in the mud ’til the end of the day!
When I’m an old lady and live with my kids.
And later in bed, I’ll lay back and sigh,
I’ll thank God in prayer and then close my eyes.
My kids will look down with a smile slowly creeping,
And say with a groan, “She’s so sweet when she’s sleeping!”
Our Beloved Gray Baby
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