Taken Out of ConTEXT

Texting. The good, bad and the really ugly. Ever had this digital exchange? I DON’T UNDERSTAND WHY YOU THINK I’M YELLING. I’M JUST TRYING TO HAVE A CONVERSATION WITH YOU. WHAT DID I SAY TO MAKE YOU THINK I’M ANGRY? IF IT’S ABOUT LAST WEEK, I’M SORRY. HOW MANY TIMES CAN I APOLOGIZE? LEAVE IT… Read more »

Harvest the Season

Merriam-Webster’s definition of harvest is to gather, remove or extract a crop or living cell. In the world of finance, it’s the season to review your potential tax liability for the current year and harvest unrealized losses to offset any realized gains.  Realized vs. unrealized. A realized gain (or loss) occurs when an asset or… Read more »

Open Enrollment.

Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare

Whether you are turning 65 soon or already enrolled, there are some simple points to remember as you plan your Medicare coverage. Turning 65? DO set up an online account with SSA.GOV. This will be your “mySSA” account. Register at least four months before your 65th birthday. Your Medicare effective date is the first day… Read more »

We’re Where We’re Supposed to Be

It was fall and my life was filled with chaos and fatigue. I was involved in building a medical center with constant demands from the corporate office, colleagues, employees and physicians.  I had a busy social life, busy community service life and was desperate to find some peace. I felt like a 24/7 gas station… Read more »

Desert Health Presents Your Best Health Now Educational Series

In association with CSUSB Palm Desert, Desert Health is proud to present an Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) speaker series entitled Your Best Health Now. This six-week program is open to everyone and features leading health care doctors and professionals from our desert communities. The educational program explores the variety of natural and allopathic health… Read more »

Desert Woman’s Show Celebrates 15 Years

One of our valley’s favorite events returns Saturday, February 18, to the Classic Club in Palm Desert. A full day of shopping, fashion shows, guest speakers, chef demonstrations and the ever-popular Greater Palm Springs Food & Wine are sure to delight men and women alike. Presented by Desert Vein & Vascular Institute, the festive event… Read more »

Healthy Ho Ho Holiday Appetizers

You’re invited to a holiday gathering and want to bring an easy awe-inspiring appetizer. You know most offerings will be more decadent than diet-conscious and are trying to stay on track through this busy social season. It’s time to get creative!  If you can dream up a holiday scene, you can build it with fruits… Read more »

apple caramel tart

Apple Caramel Tart

This simple treat from Young on Raw Food’s Mimi Kirk is a satisfying alternative to sugary, high-carb holiday pies. No cooking and easy prep makes these four-inch delights perfect in a pinch and enjoyed as a single serving or shared with a friend. The crust: • ½ cup raw almonds • ½ cup Medjool dates… Read more »

The Mindfulness of Skincare

Sometimes we don’t realize that the odd flareups we experience on our skin are caused by stress. It’s a demon that increases the signs of aging and can cause a blemish to pop up right on top of a wrinkle, or an itchy irritation to suddenly appear on our arms or legs. One of the… Read more »