Elise Ratliff Restorative Yoga is a gentle, slow-paced practice focused on relaxation and rejuvenation. It uses props such as bolsters, blankets, and blocks to support the body in restful poses that target the connective tissue. It cultivates awareness of the body and breath, fostering mindfulness and a deeper connection to the present moment. The benefits…
Yvonne Orlich After a brief holiday break, the Sun Lakes Chorale is back to weekly rehearsals. We have a stack of songs to learn (or relearn) to be ready for our next concert, which is in March. Thank you to all who attended our Holiday Concert. We sang to a full house, which is always…
Tim Malone In a world that glorifies hustle and speed, the quiet magic of an unhurried morning often goes unnoticed. Yet within those first golden hours of the day lies a sanctuary—a space where time stretches gently, inviting us to breathe, reflect, and be. To savor the beauty of an unhurried morning is to reclaim…
Medical Therapeutic Massage is a focused, evidence-informed approach to soft-tissue care designed to help people reduce pain, improve mobility, and support the body’s natural healing processes. Unlike general relaxation massage, this work is tailored to specific medical concerns, functional limitations, and recovery needs. It blends clinical reasoning with gentle, targeted techniques that respect the body’s…
David Zapatka Reader, friend and fellow bridge player, Maria, writes, “Hi Dave. I came across this word while reading The Road to Character by David Brooks. He was describing the life and writing of George Eliot. ‘She was a meliorist and a gradualist, believing that people and society were best reformed by slow stretching, not…
Rover’s Rest Stop began with the idea of pack living in order to socialize and train, with an outcome of happy, well-rounded Kids. It is frustrating for us to watch Kids struggle with anxiety, new environments, strange people, unexpected noises, and other pets. They should enjoy life, be involved in all family functions, and discover…
Kim Kubsch What activity could bring your family closer, spark laughter and storytelling, ease future burdens, and make space for what truly matters? Try this: Organize a Family Decluttering Day once a year or quarter or month. The purpose is for families to gather and sort through memories, share stories that could otherwise be lost,…
Vy Armour Allen Levi wrote his extraordinary novel Theo of Golden with no plans to publish it and an audience of one in mind. “I thought to myself very consciously: When I die, I will take this manuscript and I will stand in the presence of my God and my Christ, and I will say,…
Jacqueline M. Ruffino Before I enlighten our readers about Valentine’s Day and how it came about, I will ask each of you to remember your first Valentine card you received or gave out to a cute little boy or girl. I received my first Valentine card at five years old from Gerhardt. Cute, blond hair,…
Janet Cook February’s theme is love. For many homeowners, the laundry room is one of the most-used yet least-loved spaces in the house. With a thoughtful remodel, it can become a room that’s efficient, organized, and even enjoyable to spend time in. Whether it needs a refresh or a transformation, here are ways to make…