That June of 2018, I had no idea just how much this would change me. Not just weight-wise, but really make me think about what I was putting in my mouth. I never cared about calories, or fat, or any other of that “crap.” If I was hungry, I ate and didn’t care what. Step
And you lifted up your voice. Whether that was in church or in a car, it sure felt good, didn’t it? Belting out your favorite song, whether solo in your shower or in a group, can be cathartic, productive, praise-filled, or spontaneous, and it sure can make you happy. Music takes your mind to places
On February 12th and 13th at 7:30 pm, the Uptown Music Collective will bring this year’s People’s Choice performance, The Long Run: Music of the Eagles, to the stage of the Community Arts Center. This socially distant performance will have limited in-person tickets available for both nights. As well as tickets for a multi-camera, “up
I know what you’re thinking, “How do you wear pants? You put them on!” Which is, of course, true. Whether one leg at a time or sliding both legs in at once, wearing pants is fairly straight forward; however, in these first months of 2021, after many months of up-ended routines and canceled plans from
This past week I took some time and shopped a few local garden centers. Talking with some of the employees, they see this being another record-breaking year for gardening. My tip to you is to start thinking about what you would like to plant in your garden. If you can, buy your seeds now. They
You are able. Actually, that’s an understatement. You are abundantly able. Being able means that you have the necessary time, health, money, tools, training, experience, or talent to do something. What Can I Do? Have you ever considered or listed all of your abilities? Don’t look past the obvious. Are you able to breathe on
This has been a tough year for everyone, and the Special Olympics of Lycoming County has been no exception. In spite of these difficult times, they have not only survived, but have thrived. According to Marc Follmer, manager of the Lycoming County Special Olympics, the organization as a whole has had to make many adjustments.
Winter has truly settled in and, as much as we may hope for a mild season, chances are we will be feeling freezing temperatures from now until late April. Dressing for the weather is not usually a fun or stylish task, but more a matter of function. But even the most practically minded of us
Before the doctor opened her mouth, you knew this wasn’t going to be good. And it wasn’t, although you can barely remember what happened a minute after you heard the diagnosis. All your could wrap your head around were monitors and tubes and machines and death, when what you needed was “Dear Life” by Rachel
Getting started is the hardest part. Normally, I jumped in all at once. Hardcore, then feeling deprived. I didn’t want that. I didn’t want to not eat the things I loved! I am such a foodie. I love breakfast, lunch, and dinner! I mean, who wants to skip a meal anyway? I knew I had
Compost is the breakdown of organic materials, like grass clippings, leaves, garden waste, coffee grounds, and kitchen scraps. You should never put meat, bones, or dairy products in a compost pile. These materials will not break down and can make your compost smell bad and attract animals. Having your own compost pile will keep your
Part 3 Whew baby. The after high school years. Life never seems to prepare us enough for that. It’s out of school and off to work or college we go. I never went to college. The only thing I knew I wanted to be was a mom and a wife. I always thought that maybe
