My daughter (The Swordfighter) just got married. Her fiancée, now husband, an amazing you man, made the wedding cake. Yes, on my daughter's wedding, I had some cake . . . It was delicious! He made it with flour that he ground himself. That got me thinking about all the food additives that we avoided at her wedding. For example, BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) is used to extend shelf … [Read more...] about What We Are Eating – The Unknowns
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It’s Never Too Late to Invest
I see many financial experts talk about how investing when you're young is essential, and it is! Well, not everyone started investing in their 20s or 30s. Younger people today can amass a great deal of wealth by investing even a small amount of their money by the time they hit their 70s, 80s, and beyond. My son and I often discuss the stock market and what he's buying. There is a vast … [Read more...] about It’s Never Too Late to Invest
We Have to Talk About This
Let’s face it: as much as we’d like to think we’re evolved and tolerant, human beings are judgmental. You are. I am. Your Uncle Angus is. So is the Pope, though he probably would not tweet about it. To maintain politeness, perhaps we should refer to judgments as judgmental preferences. That has a gentler ring to it, doesn’t it? I’ll admit it — I have many, many judgmental … [Read more...] about We Have to Talk About This
Charlie Kirk Was Divisive And This Is Why I Say This
Immediately after Charlie Kirk was assassinated, certain people claimed he was divisive. I, like many others, took great offense. A few days later, I began to read Avi Snyder’s book, Never Ashamed: Stories of Sharing Faith with Scoffers and Skeptics. One section in his book had me sit up straight and say aloud, “Yes, Lord. Charlie Kirk was, indeed, divisive.” The section subtitle is The … [Read more...] about Charlie Kirk Was Divisive And This Is Why I Say This
Money And The Shots
A very interesting change has taken place in the pharmacies. They started requiring a doctor's prescription for any further RONA vaccines or boosters. Many patients have called me requesting a prescription to get their boosters. This is a fascinating change. While there was an Emergency Authorization order from the government, the pharmacies were overly comfortable handing out these … [Read more...] about Money And The Shots
The Importance of Self-Care: Nurturing Your Well-being
In a world that never seems to stop, where we are constantly bombarded with responsibilities and expectations, the concept of self-care has become increasingly vital to our well-being. Self-care isn't just about pampering oneself or indulging in luxury; it's a holistic approach to maintaining and improving our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It is the practice of taking an … [Read more...] about The Importance of Self-Care: Nurturing Your Well-being
For Whoever Needs Or Wants To Pray For Self Or Others
As a brief introduction, here’s an excerpt by Corrie ten Boom (God Is My Hiding Place: 40 Devotions for Refuge and Strength): “So often we say we are willing to do what God asks, but when push comes to shove, we reason away the inconvenience. When we do this, we not only miss out on a great blessing but may rob someone of theirs. Following Jesus isn’t necessarily easy, but it is … [Read more...] about For Whoever Needs Or Wants To Pray For Self Or Others
“God Has a Blessing with Your Name on It”
There’s a gospel song that says, “God has a blessing with your name on it.” For years, I sang it each morning as I woke my grandchildren—an 8-year-old I was raising permanently, a six-year-old, and a 16-month-old, both children of my late daughter, Nikki, whom we lost in 2023. That song wasn’t just a melody; it became a declaration of faith through every challenging season. Back … [Read more...] about “God Has a Blessing with Your Name on It”
Sweet Weapon Against Cancer
Today we are diving into a topic that's as sweet as it is intriguing-stevia's potential to fight cancer cells. I'm all about cutting through the noise with science, so let's get to the meat of it. Stevia, that natural sweetener I've enjoyed for many years and that you've likely got sitting in your pantry, isn't just a sugar substitute for your morning coffee. Emerging research … [Read more...] about Sweet Weapon Against Cancer
Why People Avoid Preventive Medical Care
It seems like every month I’m doing some sort of screening or a preventative checkup. Luckily, Medicare takes care of most of the visits. Preventive medical care like regular checkups, blood work, screenings, and healthy lifestyle habits are the most effective ways to detect issues early, reduce health risks, and improve quality of life. Yet, millions of people avoid it, often until a … [Read more...] about Why People Avoid Preventive Medical Care