My parents are health nuts.  They are two loving, caring parents, but they are constantly in the process of reminding me how to maintain a healthy diet, mindset, and lifestyle.  Over the years they have mailed me numerous health related pamphlets, articles, and quick-lists.  Even though much of the information seems redundant, I usually read […]

The Bushidō Samurai are elite masters in the art of self-defense. They are specially trained in hand-to-hand combat, but never fight unless they must. The Samurai moral code stresses mindfulness, self-control, loyalty and honor unto death. Thus, Samurai dodge confrontation whenever and wherever possible. These same principals can easily be applied to everyday life. Think like a Bushidō Samurai and avoid unnecessary […]

Life throws all kinds of obstacles in our way – sometimes we have periods of time when all is well and – at other times it can seem as if every bad omen has come our way as we lurch from one emotionally draining crisis to another. Have you noticed how some people manage to […]

On October 5, 2011, Captain Harry Anderson turns 102!! A captain on the Great Lakes for many years, Anderson manned the helm of many ships from the William G. Mather to the Cliffs Victory. He was born in Sweden and came to America on a ship back in 1919, and has been sailing ever since. […]

CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) – A new survey conducted for the Bankers Life and Casualty Company Center For a Secure RetirementSM reveals Cleveland as the fourth best city in the United States for senior living, just behind Minneapolis, Boston and Pittsburgh. Criteria in the areas of senior issues and gerontology identified the qualities for optimal senior […]

As Fall and cloudy days approach our summertime energy will be zapped with the cold weather.  Want to keep your mood vibrant? Of course you do! Paint a few rooms in your home a color that with keep happy even during the most gloomy days! Our friends at thisoldhouse.com gave use the secret to a […]

MENTOR, Ohio – Mentor is one of the top 100 places to live in the United States. It ranks 37th on a recent CNN Money list . The top 100 also includes West Chester, Ohio, outside of Cincinnati, ranked at number 32.