The current administration recently announced federal funding to the tune of $500 million for innovative early learning programs for children under the age of 5. Advocates claim this will get children, particularly the poor, prepared for kindergarten and result in them having better opportunities to learn. Opponents believe this is not the government’s job and [...]
A number of major food marketers have re-introduced packages from the “good old days” in an effort to stand out from other products on supermarket shelves. And, it appears as if consumers are responding favorably by loading these items into their shopping carts. Is old-time packaging just a fad or a trend beginning to take [...]
During the first half of the past century, having extended family members living in the same house was part of way life for many Americans. For a variety of reasons, this made emotional and economic sense. After WWII this way of life faded, but the extended family is making a comeback. And, the concept may [...]
“A man has made at least a start on discovering the meaning of human life when he plants shade trees under which he knows full well he will never sit.” These thoughts from D. Elton Trueblood – noted college chaplin and philosopher – epitomize the actions of today’s New Seniors.
Those of us born between 1930 [...]
Attending something as simple as a football game can help you forget about your troubles and provide a feeling of connection, if only for a few hours. Joining with other fans in supporting a common cause works wonders for whatever worries might be on your mind. Sure a movie is a way to escape and [...]
