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Get Outside Your Bubble: Make New Friends
Raise your hand if you find it tough to make friends. If your arm rose faster than you drink your morning coffee, know that you’re not alone. A recent survey reveals that 70% of adults find it tough to make new besties. So, when Lindsey Thompson first started the Facebook group Louisville Women Connect, she knew she wanted a space for genuine connection. “I started the week the pandemic hit,” Lindsey begins, “then I posted every day for about a year.” She had no idea the momentum the group would gain and Louisville Women Connect now boasts more than 800 members. If you’re feeling ready to “like” a new friend group but aren’t sure how to begin, why not try some online platforms and apps to find people who share your common interests?
A Caregiver’s Story: Finding A Better Way
Mom and Dad were both healthy and active into their eighties. Life was good. Then a series of strokes left my dad in need of more care than my mom could manage; their transition began in earnest. My two siblings and I went through it along with our parents. It was tough accepting that a line had been crossed, and they were never going back to the independent lives they’d lived.
What’s Trending In Fall Decor: Defined Spaces, Floral Wallpaper, And Mixing Old With New
It’s a great time to capture that autumn magic with a home decor refresh. We went shopping at Barry Wooley Designs; read on to see what we found. At 118 South 10th Street you’ll find Barry Wooley Designs, with a showroom that houses a collection of artwork, furniture, accessories, and personal accents. In their showroom and adjoining bar and lounge, you’ll find beautifully curated interior design vignettes influenced by popular and trending decor and styles. Interior designer Greg Fickle shares what’s popular, and what design elements clients are gravitating towards in their homes. Relaxed, cozy, and romantic decor styles are popular and are enhanced with the use of color, florals, textures, and natural elements, such as wood.
Let’s Hike: Cherokee Park Scenic Loop
Ever wonder why you feel better after taking time outside? Well, wonder no more because research tells us that spending time out of doors boosts your mood, lowers stress, and improves your concentration. This can include taking a short walk or simply sitting outside and listening to the sounds around you. Add to that a recent study which found that people who spent 2 hours a week in green spaces were more likely to experience good health and feelings of well-being than those who didn’t. So, how can we move from the great indoors to the great outdoors in order to feel more energized?
The Voice Of An Artist
The oldest of three siblings, Louisville native Elmer Lucille Allen was the only one in her family to complete high school, graduating from Central in 1949. She went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in general education with a degree in chemistry and mathematics from Nazareth College (now Spalding University). In 1966 she joined Brown-Forman as their first African American chemist. After more than 30 years as a senior analytical chemist, she retired in 1997.
Louisville Theater Shines Bright This Fall
While Louisville’s theater community has certainly had some setbacks to deal with over the. course of the pandemic, most companies in the region are back on the stage once again, with a. fall lineup that is sure to not only entertain audiences, but often, make us think about the.
What’s Trending In Fall Decor: Custom Cabinetry, Mudrooms, and ‘She Spaces’
We went searching for the latest trends in fall home decor and found ourselves at Century Entertainment & Furnishings. Century offers interior design services and custom cabinetry builds. Their vast showroom, located at 4310 Shelbyville Road, offers a variety of interior design vignettes, many which include examples of their custom cabinetry work.
Fabulous Fresh Flowers
As owner of Joseph’s Salon & Spa, Kelli Flint Campbell knows how to help others feel beautiful. During the day, she focuses on offering health and wellness services to the local community and has been doing so for more than 25 years. Kelli is also a busy mom of two who loves to cook and is currently renovating her home kitchen. One might think it would be hard for Kelli to choose one item that she feels most passionate about, but she answers the question right away: “I love fresh flowers.”
Let Our Fall Issue Motivate You Into Meaningful Action
What motivates you? A desire to create, to build, to help? What turns these desires into action? Where does the intensity, passion, and persistence come from? In this issue, we hope to highlight, motivate, and inspire by:. Providing new ways to open up your social bubble…page 12. Offering tips...
A Unique Perspective On Aging
The Ups and Downs of Growing Older: Beyond Seventy Years of Living by Dr. Viola Mecke is a new book that addresses the physical changes, as well as the challenges individuals and families may encounter in daily living, communication, and relationships as one ages. It combines Dr. Mecke’s professional background as a clinical psychologist and psychology professor with her personal experience as an aging adult (she is 94!) to help others navigate this often trying time in life.
Can You Find Real Silence?
This year my wife and I took a wonderful road trip to the hills of North Carolina and northern Georgia. The city of Dahlonega, Georgia offers an authentic mountain getaway only an hour north of Atlanta. In Dahlonega we stayed at the peaceful Mountain Top Lodge Bed & Breakfast. I...
Attend Our Event: Learning To Capture Joy When Loving Someone With Dementia
Karen Stobbe’s dad was diagnosed with dementia more than 25 years ago and since that time, she has dedicated her life and skills as a theater professional into training others. “I went to every workshop, conference, and read every book. I wrote a performance about caregiving, then wrote a book, and then created my first training website. It began to feel like I was slowly crossing a river from theater to health care, putting down another stepping stone as I needed to move forward.”
3 Steps To Keep Your Mums Lasting Longer
You’ve bought your mums for the fall season and have them beautifully displayed on your front patio. Now a week later, the blooms are starting to die off and you realize all that is left is a green, round plant. Do you pinch them off and hopefully new buds will start? Do you leave the old buds on the plant? Did you overwater? With more questions than answers, we decided to research this common fall conundrum. Below are some expert tips to keep your mums blooming throughout the fall season.
Stop Inner Ear Balance Problems
The inner ear houses the vestibular system, which is responsible for balance and proper orientation in space. Over time, normal wear-and-tear in this system can lead to dizziness and balance problems. According to Dr. Steven Shotts of Advanced ENT and Allergy, the most common vestibular disorder for older adults is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), a spinning sensation brought on by sudden changes in head position. Caused by the migration of tiny calcium crystals known as “ear rocks” from their normal place in the inner ear, BPPV is a significant cause of falls among the elderly.
Today’s Taste: Banana Nut Chocolate Chip Bread
Preheat oven to 350°F and line your 9×5 loaf pan with wax paper. Mash bananas until smooth consistency. Add in melted butter. Beat your egg and egg yolk. Add in the remaining ingredients – except for the nuts, chocolate, and coconut – and mix until batter is smooth.
Home Decor Tips For Fall
As the weather cools and the leaves begin to change, it’s a great time to capture some of that autumn magic with a home decor refresh. We went shopping at a few local stores to get inspired. First stop — Digs Home And Garden. Digs Home and Garden...
Dating Today: Myths and Possibilities
You’ve heard by now that online dating continues to be the top avenue couples meet. Between 30% and 40% meet their person online. I’m sure you’ve heard more negative than positive things which might make you say, “No way!”. Or possibly you tried it for a...
Walk This Way
If ease of walking is keeping you from certain activities, Bobbie Kayser, a physical therapist with Frazier Rehab, says the best first step is to check in with your physician. Whether you experience unsteadiness, weakness, or pain, Kayser says a doctor visit “will save a lot of time to really find out what the issue is.” Depending on your diagnosis, some of the following items might make your mobility easier and more comfortable.
Love Art? Don’t Miss These Louisville Fall Staples
Louisville’s art scene is vibrant year round, but the return of fall each year, with its cooler weather and colorful leaves, seems to breathe new life into this thriving city by the river. We’ve highlighted a few can’t miss events happening in the coming weeks. From art fairs to art scares, we’ve got you covered. So clear your calendar, it’s fall in Louisville, y’all.
DEATH NOTES: And how they keep me focused on the meaning of life.
This title, Death Notes, may sound morbid, but I think about death a lot. Part of this reflection stems from the fact that I worked at hospice for over 31 years, that I conduct many memorial services (or the new term “celebrations of life”) as a minister, and that I have worked in a cemetery. I have also lost many family members, friends and pets. In fact, I believe at my age, I know more folks who have died than I know who are still living. So here are eight death notes that inspire me and keep me focused on the meaning of life and death.
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