Kids will be heading back to school soon and the following got me to thinking. “According to the U.S. Department of Education, 54% of U.S. adults 16-74 years old – about 130 million people – lack proficiency in literacy, reading below the equivalent of a sixth-grade level.” It is concerning that a significant portion of […]
Another year has passed And we’re all a little older. Last summer felt hotter And winter seems much colder There was a time not long ago When life was quite a blast. Now I fully understand About ‘Living in the Past We used to go to weddings, Football games and lunches. Now we go to […]
My thanks to Walter and his sense of “old” humour for these ‘OLD’ IS WHEN… Your sweetie says ‘Let’s go upstairs and make love And you answer: ‘Pick one, I can’t do both!’ ‘OLD’ IS WHEN… Your friends compliment you On your new alligator shoes And you’re barefoot! ‘OLD’ IS WHEN… A sexy babe or […]
Mt thanks to the laughing Librarian for these one-liners An Oxford comma walks into a bar where it spends the evening watching the television, getting drunk, and smoking cigars. • A dangling participle walks into a bar. Enjoying a cocktail and chatting with the bartender, the evening passes pleasantly. • A bar was walked into […]
Heat can cause several illnesses for seniors, especially during a heatwave when the temperatures are high and last for an extended period of time. Some of the common heat-related illnesses that seniors are susceptible to include: Heat exhaustion: This occurs when the body is dehydrated and loses salt and other essential minerals through excessive sweating. […]
During a heat wave, seniors are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke and dehydration. Here are some ways to keep seniors safe during a heat wave: Encourage seniors to drink plenty of water, even if they don’t feel thirsty. Avoid sugary drinks and alcohol, which can dehydrate the body. Seniors should stay […]
The parched earth, so thirsty and dry Longing for rain to fall from the sky And after days of waiting in vain Comes the sweet scent of rain The first drops fall, a gentle sound Pattering softly on the ground And as the rain picks up its pace The air fills with its fresh embrace […]
However, that the idea of human superiority is increasingly being challenged by scientists, philosophers, and ethicists who argue that all forms of life have inherent value and should be treated with respect and dignity. Recognizing the similarities between human and animal cognition and behaviour has led to a growing awareness of the need to protect […]
The word “self” has its roots in ancient languages and has been used to describe human identity and individuality for centuries. The idea of belonging to a specific group, such as one’s ethnicity, is also not a new concept. So, while humans may have the most complex social structures and cultures, which define our groups, […]
Are you we/they/them/it/him/her/binary? Questions we did not even think about when I was growing up. Society is changing some would say for the good, others would say for the worse, while most of us don’t understand the issues. I know that younger readers may think that my generations are out of touch with the realities […]
