Denise Peterson who is a master gardener, bought this Meyer lemon tree years ago from ValuMarket. The smell of freshly picked basil and the taste of a fresh tomato off the vine can be motivation to grow plants at home. We asked local expert Mary Ann Dallenbach, owner of St. Matthews Feed & Seed, for […]
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Caregiving
Sync Up Body Rhythms With A Touch Of Morning Sunshine
The sun and our body rhythms Our body’s circadian rhythm, or ability to sync our internal body clock to the environment, depends on the sun to help regulate several body functions. As we have evolved as a species, the sun has played a critical role in developing biological responses to light and dark, influencing our […]
Involve Them In Daily Chores
Patience, patience, patience is needed when caregiving. There are many things that I could probably do faster; however, I let them do it. It gives purpose and meaning in their life to help out. Even if it’s not the way I would do it, I let them help. My mom will help fold laundry, but […]
Activities
Explore This Louisville Neighborhood Rich In History
Explore Portland Our fair city has wonderful neighborhoods with lots to see, and Portland’s history makes it especially appealing. You can visit the recently remodeled Portland branch of the Louisville Free Public Library, which was built in 1923. See how this Carnegie-built structure has been preserved and transformed. Afterwards, check out the Portland Museum, which […]
Finding Purpose On The Forest Trail
A shared love of nature and education drew Kat Panther and Leslie Senn to their volunteer roles at Bernheim Forest and Arboretum. Both are volunteer naturalists in their 70s who lead guided hikes, host staff discovery stations, and help connect visitors to nature through a variety of hands-on experiences. The duo lead Midweek Nature Strolls […]
Health & Fitness
What’s Left To Explore
If you’ve ever been around a toddler, you’ve seen discovery and exploration in action. Everything is new and miraculous — from pill bugs to tree bark to the way an ice cube melts. As we get older, these things become old hat; we’ve seen them a million times before. Still, there are plenty of opportunities […]
Calm Your Mind + Strengthen Your Body
Although some of us want to hide when we hear the word “exercise,” all is not lost. There are innovative and elegant ways to stretch and relax in a class setting, and among these is the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi. Through fluid and gentle movements, participants can increase energy in their bodies and […]
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Relax! The summer issue is here
I love a lazy river.You are floating without doing anything at all.You are wet enough to be cool.You can see changing scenery along the way.You are unable to make things go faster or slower, so you accept where you are. To me, it’s the definition of relaxing. Accepting where you are despite the circumstances and […]
Imparting Hope
Often people will ask my wife and me if we have children, and my answer is, “We have three dogs and no children.” Some married folks with multiple children will frequently respond, “I can’t imagine not having children.” The truth of the matter is that I feel I have many children and a very extended […]
A Home Edited And Tailored To You
In the world of later living, there’s a lot of talk about ‘downsizing.’ But what if this is actually the best time to consider ‘upscaling?’ Interior designer Theresa Martorana of TIM Interiors advises that this is the perfect season of life to let go of trends and invest in a high-quality home that embodies your […]
Grow Your Mind — Learn Something New
We’ve all heard the saying, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” But if the dog in question is a human, you’d be lucky to find a neurologist or geriatrician who would agree with you. The truth is that you can, in fact, teach an older brain all sorts of new things, and you […]
What’s Left To Explore
If you’ve ever been around a toddler, you’ve seen discovery and exploration in action. Everything is new and miraculous — from pill bugs to tree bark to the way an ice cube melts. As we get older, these things become old hat; we’ve seen them a million times before. Still, there are plenty of opportunities […]