Whoopi Goldberg’s suspension should have been a teachable moment
"She’s back!” A close friend emailed me about Whoopi Goldberg’s February 14th return to the popular daytime ABC-TV talk show, The View, after she...
Do your homework before placing your loved one in a nursing home!
The decision to move an aging loved one to a nursing home can be a heart-wrenching one. The idea of nursing home placement is...
Throw them out! Six household products that will make you sick
There are chemicals in everyday products that can put you at risk for serious health problems like cancer and asthma. These potential 'killers' masquerading...
Are you a hoarder?
As we age, we tend to obtain more and more material things. Some of us can discard items that no longer serve a purpose...
The right legal documents you should have for your elderly parents
Let’s face it; many of us have parents who are elderly and not in the best health. You need to anticipate questions about their...
Suffer from diarrhea?
Diarrhea is a common problem. Researchers estimate that about 179 million cases of diarrhea occur in the United States each year. Seasoned adults, particularly...
Is your cough serious?
These days a cough cannot be taken lightly! But how do you know if your cough is actually serious enough to take action?
What is...
Is your junk worth a fortune?
If you're over age 50, then your family is like most, you have “junk” in your basement, garage, or attic, such as sports cards,...
Make sure you’re ready for a puppy
Introducing a new dog to the family can bring plenty of excitement, sweet snuggles and puppy kisses. Owning a dog can also reduce feelings...
Recipe: Oh, you’ll love “My momma’s biscuits!”
Remember the hilarious 90s TV sitcom Martin starring Martin Lawrence and Tisha Campbell? Well, Martin’s character lived for his momma’s biscuits and would do...
We love poetry: We Won’t Apologize by Oni Lasana
We Won’t Apologize by Oni Lasana
We won't apologize for being Black
We are natural wonders, nothing we lack
Please sir, please ma'am don't give us...