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Transition To Thanksgiving With Six Easy Home Decor Tips
Nothing says Thanksgiving like grateful sentiments, harvest themes, and his and her scarecrows. Whether you usually host a large family gathering for the November holiday or keep it small, there are some easy ways to add some cozy to your home, without the need of a designer. Check out how this local homeowner created a cozy oasis for the Thanksgiving holiday, one that can be enjoyed throughout the fall season.
Expand Your Wardrobe With These Comfy And Chic Everyday Pieces
Limited mobility can affect anyone at any age, but later in life it can become more of a challenge to find clothes that look chic yet are comfortable and are easy to put on and take off. Here’s an idea for incorporating easily wearable pieces into your everyday wardrobe. Leggings...
Four Tips For Hosting A Guest-Friendly Holiday Party
Sallie Plass, owner of Etiquette Enrichment, says using social media to extend a party invitation is not a good idea. “There is nothing better than a written or printed invitation that says ‘I value your attendance at my event,’” she says. A general invitation on social media doesn’t show as much effort, and they often get lost in the white noise of Facebook or email.
Three Skills Every Caregiver Needs
When someone becomes a caregiver for the first time, there can be a lot of fear and uncertainty on what to do. Here are a few skills that can help along the way. Listen to your patient. See what they need, not what you need. Don’t be afraid to ask...
Just In Time For The Holiday Season: Homemade Apple Pie
Try Dorothy McGinty’s recipe for homemade apple pie this holiday season. She is able to make pie crusts from scratch using 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup ice water, 1-1/2 cups Crisco, and 1-1/2 teaspoons salt. She says it is important to use ice water and not tepid or...
Carol Besse Talks Books, Birds, and How To Soar Into Retirement.
Moving to Louisville over 40 years ago to start a family and a bookstore, Carol Besse and her husband are the visionaries behind the local favorite Carmichael’s Bookstore. “One of the first jobs I had was working in a bookstore, and I loved it,” Carol says. Following her passion, she...
Savor a Bite of Fall: Baked Apples
A trip to the apple orchard on a crisp day alerts your senses that fall is here. Today’s Transitions hit the road in search of some local apple varieties to create a few of our favorite fall dishes. Consider these tasty recipes a celebration of fall, in all its colorful (and yummy) splendor.
Small Changes Make a Big Splash
How this organization is helping you be more accountable. You may not realize that Kentuckiana serves as a central hub for numerous organizations focused on aging well, one of which is the Trager Institute, a nonprofit affiliated with the University of Louisville. “Our philosophy is that we can flourish as we age; aging is an opportunity, not a disease,” says Mona Huff, a community health education coordinator at Trager.
Craving Something Sweet? Check Out These Fall Treats Around Town
Halloween is known for candy but for those looking to sink their teeth (or fangs) into something that doesn’t come in a wrapper, Today’s Transitions found some fall treats to satisfy any sweet tooth. No Tricks, All Treats. If you like a good sugar cookie, the Halloween-themed cookies at Heitzman...
National Check Your Meds Day is October 21
October 21 is National Check Your Meds Day. Consumers are encouraged to bring their prescription drugs and supplements to their local pharmacy for a brown bag medication review. Pharmacists can remove any prescriptions that have expired, update prescriptions as necessary, and answer any related questions. Why is National Check Your...
A Guiding Light: “I’ve been where you are now…”
When Berta Weyenberg was 30, she left her native Cuba with her young sons, Juan and Felix, to begin a new life in the United States. Her older brother, Dr. Juan Polo came to Louisville in 1995 through the U.S. lottery visa program. Berta was chosen through the lottery the following year, and she and her sons joined Juan in December 1996.
Explore Cincinnati: Travel Tips For The Art And History Enthusiast
With so much to see and do, it is easy to see why Cincinnati is a popular travel destination for people of all ages. For those who appreciate art and history, we’ve got a few stops to add to your travel itinerary next time you are in the area. Rookwood...
An Apple A Day…
Known for their sweet taste, apples are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and dietary fiber and come in a variety of colors, shapes, and flavors. Research has shown that apples provide many health benefits, possibly reducing the risk of cancer, heart disease, obesity, and diabetes. Couple the health benefits with their desirable taste, and it’s easy to see why apples are a popular snack and used in a variety of recipes.
A Weekend Excursion With My 78-Year-Old Parents
A delightful, tasty trip to downtown Cincinnati/Newport. My parents wanted to meet up with me and my friend for a fun weekend, so we settled on a weekend in Cincinnati. We planned it last minute so things were discovered more than organized, but we had a fun-filled weekend and some fantastic food. My mother has two bad knees so we did some walking, but we tried not to do too much. Every place we went, I made sure we parked close. Here are the highlights.
Clest Lanier discusses future adventures and the changes she hopes to see in Louisville.
No plans for retirement for this enthusiastic and energetic woman. Clest Lanier serves as community liaison with the unit at the University of Louisville’s College of Arts and Science Dean’s office that deals with diversity, engagement, culture, and climate. She is one of the founders of the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage and in 2019 won Preservation Kentucky’s Excellence in Preservation award for the restoration of the Trolley Park that houses the Center. She was project manager for the Louisville Downtown Civil Rights Markers Trail.
Prep And Plan With A Checklist
When moving a loved one into your home who needs complete care, setting up their room requires preparation and planning to deal with multiple caregivers, along with a few other items. Here is a quick checklist:. • Labels on all items, especially medical equipment. • Clipboard (for instructions, log of...
Looking To Create A Backyard Oasis? Just Add Heat.
Does your backyard need a boost? If so, consider a fire pit. They can provide a great gathering spot for family and friends and offer kid-friendly activities to keep the outdoor fun going well into winter. “We love the social aspect of our outdoor fire pit. When lit, it seems...
Belching and Gas and Bloating…Oh My!
Belching, gas, and bloating can cause both physical and social discomfort, but is a natural part of being human. Belching is typically caused by taking in too much air. For example, drinking carbonated beverages or smoking forces extra air to enter your body. Bloating is a feeling of belly fullness, which may or may not cause your stomach to distend. Gas, or flatulence, is the release of excess gas through your colon. Gas is caused mainly by sulfides produced by bacterial metabolism.
Toast The Season With Seasonal Ciders
Not only can apples be featured in food recipes, they can also be used to make beverages such as cider. One local brewery, Pivot Brewing Company in Lexington, Ky., is using their favorite season as inspiration for two of their most popular seasonal ciders. Both products are made in-house, with the apples pressed on-site which helps to give the products superior flavor. pivotbrewingcompany.com.
A Doctor With an Artistic Heart
Here is a man who definitely puts heart into his art. Over the last 16 years, pediatrician Dr. Ronald Lehocky has fashioned and donated close to 50,000 polymer clay heart pins. All the money (at $10 a pin) goes to support continuing education for the therapists at the Kids Center for Pediatric Therapies on Eastern Parkway. In 2009, he was presented with the Bell Award for his charitable contributions. A life-long creator, his talents also include photography and gardening. He says, “I’m the poster child for keeping busy.”
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