Set intentions, not resolutions | The Happy + Healthy Life
With December coming to a close, it’s the perfect opportunity to reflect on the previous year and look ahead to the new...
Twenty years already? | Mark’s Remarks
When I was in grade school, I used to imagine myself in the year 2000. In my mind’s eye, there I was;...
The Word | Mark’s Remarks
40 years this summer. Since then, it’s been an interesting journey of spiritual understanding, searching, and constant “restarts.”
I’m...
Toy spree | Mark’s Remarks
I’ve written before about getting the Sears catalog at Christmas, and pouring over the pages of shiny, colored photographs. I especially remember...
The Game of Life | Mark’s Remarks
Over the holidays, we have a chance to sit back and have some down time. Invariably, in my house, down time leads...
Savor, not stuff | The Healthy + Happy Life
Do you grab food on the go, either at the drive-thru or out of your cabinets as you rush out the door?...
Anti-Thanksgiving | Mark’s Remarks
Every year, a couple of folks I know do something that may be shocking to some. I find it hilarious: they “vent”...
Shoelaces | Mark’s Remarks
We count our blessings every day, hopefully.
I sometimes have a pretty optimistic attitude and keep my blessings...
Getting help for seasonal affective disorder | For Your Health
For all its holidays and celebrations, winter can be a tough
time for many people. The long nights and cold, gray days can...
A fine line and being a good neighbor | Mark’s Remarks
In my book, neighbors are supposed to be neighborly. When you live next door to a person, or even on the same...
Happy Thanksmas | Mark’s Remarks
Every year at this time, we all start griping about the rushing of the Christmas holiday.
Take a look...
A matter of time | Mark’s Remarks
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again: I know why old people stare at young people.
In...