Graceland Center for Purposeful Aging

Celebrates Past, Present, and Future First Inaugural Gala July 2025 Peals of laughter, clinking glasses, and hearty conversations were to be had at the Graceland Center for Purposeful Aging’s Inaugural Gala at the Embassy Suites on July 12, 2025! A sold-out crowd of 180 supporters gathered to celebrate our past accomplishments, our present successes, […]
The Easy Way to Stay on Top of Your Health

By Alexander Germanis In the 1950s, Dr. Marion Collins’ daughter nearly lost her life because no one was there to inform her doctors she was allergic to a simple tetanus shot. Determined something like that would never happen again, Dr. Collins worked with a jeweler in San Francisco to design and issue the very […]
TAKE A HIKE!

To Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado By Nick Thomas If towering mounds of sand have never sparked your curiosity, perhaps a visit to Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve might change that. Located a 2-hour drive from Pueblo, Colorado, this stunning landscape was sculpted over the ages by wind and water […]
A Summer Spin on BLTs

Put a spin on classic bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwiches with these BLT Wraps that let you skip the frying pan and pair summer flavors in a warmed tortilla. They’re perfect for saving time on busy days, so you can share more moments doing your favorite activities. To find more summer lunch inspiration, visit Culinary.net. […]
Exercising With Dedication, Aimed at Tomorrow

By Robert Schwander, Owner, Fitness Counseling, Inc. Well, another spectacular July 4th has come and gone, and once again, I am fortunate to have the opportunity to write another article on another one of my hard-working clients. This article is on a strong-willed, hard-working, and disciplined client that I have had the opportunity to […]
Shop, Cook, Store

Keeping Nutrients Where They Belong Mankind’s relationship with food is one that spans a wide spectrum. Some eat only enough to survive, others gorge themselves at every opportunity, and still others dedicate their entire lives to creating the most delectable meals fit for human consumption. Regardless of one’s personal relationship with food, our bodies require […]
Using Tape Measures and Rulers In Quilting

By Rita Latour If you have followed me, you know that I really enjoy using different rulers and enjoy the ease a ruler provides for a difficult or complicated quilting block. However, our basic rulers and tape measures are essential tools in our quilting toolbox. July 14 is National Tape Measure Day! Who knew […]
John Doucette

One of Classic Film’s Great Character Actors By Nick Thomas Released 60 years ago this year, “The Sons of Katie Elder” is often cited as a favorite amongst John Wayne fans. In addition to the delightful screen chemistry between Wayne and co-star Dean Martin as lead actors, the cast is littered with beloved classic […]
Beware the Double Click!

Evaluate QR Codes to Protect Against Fraud Ancient civilizations had hieroglyphics, we have QR codes: the patterned graphic boxes prompting you to access restaurant menus, pay for parking, find out information about a package and more. Generally, quick response (QR) codes are safe, but they can be used to redirect you to malicious websites, […]
Snyder Village – Your Place to Call Home

By Alexander Germanis We humans are an interesting species. We crave adventure and travel, yet we tend to return home, grateful the adventure is over. We seek to spend time out with friends only to be happy to go home and enjoy some alone time or be in the company of family only. No matter […]