It is easy to forget a sweet dream, but a frightening nightmare can last a lifetime. Have you ever stopped to think that maybe your nightmares are a gift in disguise? Finding that hidden nugget of gold they are trying to tell us can often stop the nightmare forever. If you have had a nightmare… Read more »
Recently, the Women’s Advisory Institute at Beacon Pointe Advisors hosted an event discussing anxiety among our children and the challenges this past year has presented. As we embark on another school year, we thought it was important to keep the conversation going. Anxiety and mental health issues occur at all ages, whether it’s a… Read more »
Most of us wish to spend our latter years at home, but when that is no longer an option, where will you go and what is the right choice for you? Senior living options include independent and assisted living facilities and resident/board and care facilities (B&C), but how are they similar, and how do they… Read more »
My last article, “Embracing the Unexpected” (July/August 2021), chronicled a severely wounded cat that showed up at my door this last April. He was a mere five pounds of sick and tired. That was the bad news. The good news is he is now thriving — physically. The mental emotional part is in question, which… Read more »
Aging is changing, and in response to this, the California Department of Aging has created a platform to create age-friendly communities statewide. During a recent webinar presented by the Department of Aging, we learned that 25 percent of Californians are now 60 years or older, and 68 percent believe they will lose independence as they… Read more »
I came across this recipe a while back, but it was complicated. Life is about making things easier, so I simplified it for a quick and tasty meal that always “wows” company. I hope you enjoy it! (Serves 4) Marinade Ingredient: 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, split for the marinade and pan-frying. Juice of… Read more »
These incredibly moist and tasty marbled Pumpkin and Chocolate Mini Muffins are made with wholesome ingredients, naturally sweetened and gluten-free! Ingredients: 2 bananas, mashed 1/3 cup canned pumpkin 1/3 cup maple syrup 1/3 cup coconut flour 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract ½ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon aluminum-free baking powder ¼ cup cacao powder 2 tablespoons… Read more »
It can be frustrating when time is of the essence and you have chores that need to be done. You’ve done these things a million times; they have become routine and it’s necessary to do them in a timely fashion as your busy schedule demands. Then, something out of the ordinary happens. As you’re putting… Read more »
Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints that can lead to debilitating pain. More than 100 kinds of arthritis and related conditions affect more than 50 million adults and 300,000 children in the U.S. While there is no cure, creating a holistic wellness plan is often the first line of defense in managing pain and… Read more »
Micropigmentation or permanent makeup is a tattooing technique used for both cosmetic and medical applications. Tattooing is an ancient art practiced by people all around the world for a variety of reasons. The procedure entails implanting pigment into the dermis via a variety of handheld devices dipped into a pigment color by a trained technician… Read more »
Distinct wines and exciting expeditions are being curated in preparation for Coachella Valley Volunteers in Medicine’s (CVVIM) VIMY Awards and WineLover’s Auction taking place Saturday, November 13 at Thunderbird Country Club. Presented by Desert Care Network and sponsored by Monte De Oro Winery and Vineyards, this year’s event will feature its greatest selection of unique… Read more »
It’s time to come together once again for this important community event to raise awareness and funds for Desert Cancer Foundation’s patient assistance programs, which provide financial support for cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment for residents of the Coachella Valley and surrounding communities. Now in its 15th year, Paint El Paseo Pink will take place… Read more »
Whenever I meet someone with good intentions to start eating healthier, they always say, “I just can’t seem to give up (their thing).” It’s usually cheese, ice cream, pumpkin spice lattes, or something of the sort. I get it. We all have our comfort foods, and with the chilly weather and holiday season, those cravings… Read more »