Is it time to sort all those junk piles into donate, sell, gift, or discard? Read on for some tips to make it easier. By Alison CraneNow that my husband and I are empty nesters, we have been making some changes to our home and trying to simplify our lives. We no longer need containers with costume pieces that might be needed at a moment’s notice for school programs or
Having a pet can aid in decreasing blood pressure and also lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels leading to healthier hearts. By Alison CraneAn estimated 68% of U.S. households have a pet. Most people consider their pets to be furry family members. As someone who has grown up with a variety of pets and as a parent, I can vouch for the richness that pets bring to our lives. According to
By Alison CraneSummer is here and with it picnic season, a time to enjoy favorite summer dishes in the great outdoors. When you are relaxing with family and friends, it is easy to get caught up in the fun and accidentally forget food safety best practices. Did you know food-borne illness symptoms range from mild to severe and can even cause death? The very young and older adults along with
A shout out to Alison Crane for following our theme of “hands” this month. Our hands accomplish so much for us in life. Let’s be sure to take good care of them. By Alison CraneDid you know that one surgery center lists over 43 different types of surgeries for hands? And as far as sayings or phrases that reference the hand, there are hundreds of them that are part of
Brussels sprouts are members of the cabbage family and they look like it, too. In fact, many people call them little cabbages. By Alison CraneYes, you read it right, April is Brussels Sprouts and Cabbage Month. Before you turn up your nose to those rather smelly-when-cooked veggies, consider all of the benefits gained from the lowly and maligned mini-cabbage and its compadre. Brussels sprouts are a cruciferous vegetable (the same
Give yourself a boost of feel-good endorphins by doing some spring cleaning. By Alison Crane“Every hour of cleaning one does each week is associated with a 53% boost in happiness,” according to Psychology Today. This may be partly because cleaning gives people a sense of control over their environment. Cleaning can also decrease stress caused by a cluttery environment and improve productivity. So maybe you want to give yourself a
By Alison Crane If I live to be 70 years old my heart will have beat more than 2.5 billion times. Each thump-thump of my heart adds up to more than 2,000 gallons of blood being pumped each day. In fact, my heart muscle does more work than any other muscle in my body. “My heart beats for you,” takes on a whole new meaning with those facts in mind.
January is the time to begin gathering all our paperwork and receipts in preparation for that inevitable event – filing our taxes.By Alison Crane Benjamin Franklin once said only two things were certain, death and taxes. Through the years his quote has proven to be pretty accurate. For Americans, January is not just the beginning of a new year, it is the beginning of tax season. This month is the
Dining at home during the holidays can save money and may play a role in other areas of health.By Alison Crane Do you want to save money this holiday season? Most of us would answer yes! One easy way to do that is to commit to eating more meals at home. Not only can you save money by preparing meals for your family at home, but you may be helping
Focus on the joy of the season rather than allowing food and “to do” lists to dominate the season.By Alison Crane The holidays are a time to Eat and be Merry! With numerous parties and activities to attend, we often find ourselves overindulging and overeating. It seems from November through the first week in January all our good health decisions get left in the cold. Avoid those extra pounds over
The “Grown Up U” podcasts are designed to help young adults have more successes than failures. By Alison CraneHow do you know when you are an adult? Often, it is gradually taking on the responsibilities and things adults do on a regular basis and then one day it hits you that you are an adult. A few years ago, millennials changed the noun, “adult” to a verb. To quote my
Making time for relaxation can actually help you experience more energy. Other health benefits include better sleep and enhanced immunity. By Alison CraneWhat helps you relax? Reading a book? A bubble bath? A leisurely walk? For me, it is kayaking. I love the quiet of it. No loud motor or harsh sounds. Just the swish of the paddle dipping into the water and the sounds of nature around you. After
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“Brady Roseberry” Featured at the Big Steam & Roots Music Festival Photography by Jay Hiatt FIRST – Check out the Gallery Walk $250 Gift Card Giveaway on Pg. 4! Hello, Hot Springs! As we lean into the autumn equinox, we’re celebrating with a burst of blues, hometown pride, and one seriously striking cover. This month features
By Jennifer Case By Erin Wood The Carework Project: Reckoning with Love, Labor, and the Living World is the third book by Conway resident and University of Central Arkansas creative writing professor Jennifer Case, released last month from Trinity University Press. Combining elements of memoir, collage, interview, research, and cultural reflection, The Carework Project probes what care
Can you find this mural in downtown Hot Springs? Text a selfie in front of it to receive a free drop-in at The Yoga Place for any class in September. 501-651-0545. Photo by Missy Conry. By Missy Conry & Melissa Stevens In yoga, balance is about more than simply standing on one
The transition into autumn signals the busy back-to-school shopping season. As autumn approaches, style is taking a richer turn, and The Velvet Attic Boutique is bringing the season’s changing look to downtown Hot Springs. Their curated autumn lineup mixes seasonal colors, balances rich textures and versatile layers, and features transition-ready
