July 3rd, 2023 Royce Shook
Bob Dylan once poignantly sang, “You can always come back, but you can’t come back all the way,” in his timeless song “Mississippi.” This profound statement resonates deeply with us as listeners, evoking a range of interpretations, but at its core, it conveys the idea that returning to a previous state or situation may not […]
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July 2nd, 2023 Royce Shook
There are several reasons why we should exercise regularly. Exercise plays a key role in maintaining and improving physical health. Regular exercise helps us maintain an ideal weight, strengthens bones, and improves heart health. Exercise can also help in preventing several chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and arthritis. Those of us who exercise regularly […]
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July 1st, 2023 Royce Shook
Happy Birthday Canada. what a difference a century makes The year was 1920, “One hundred years ago.” What a difference a century makes! Here is some statistics from the 1920s: The average life expectancy for men was 47 years. One product that Canada exported in large quantities to the United States was illegal alcohol Fuel […]
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June 30th, 2023 Royce Shook
The calendar had a nervous breakdown in June. It took a month off. Why is June such a popular month for weddings? Because the bride and groom get a lot of showers. I’m so excited for June, I’m beside myself. My grandfather invented the cold air balloon but it never really took off. I […]
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June 29th, 2023 Royce Shook
The Roman emperor’s wife hates playing hide and seek because wherever she goes, Julius Caesar. I like what mechanics wear, overall. If you are being chased by a pack of taxidermists, do not play dead. I tried to steal spaghetti from the shop, but the female guard saw me and I couldn’t get pasta. My […]
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June 28th, 2023 Royce Shook
I was asked the other day if playing is a good idea for a hobby. I said yes, playing can be a happy hobby and a happy habit! Engaging in play can provide a number of benefits, such as reducing stress, increasing creativity and imagination, improving social skills, and promoting overall well-being. Play can take […]
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June 27th, 2023 Royce Shook
The recommendation to drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day is a common belief, but the actual amount of water needed varies from person to person depending on factors such as body size, climate, activity level, and metabolic rate. The current recommendations for total water intake are 13 cups per day for men and […]
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June 26th, 2023 Royce Shook
The idea of “Working for FUN” as a retirement theme is fascinating. Retirement often comes with slowing down, relaxing, and not having to work. However, I would like to suggest that this approach to retirement is counterproductive and can lead to a boring life and a premature death. Instead, we need to remember that retirement […]
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June 25th, 2023 Royce Shook
Musings on a Sunday There are a lot of active seniors. Retirement has been the next best thing for them. And, what they like about retirement is they can do what they want to do when they want to do it! No more alarm clocks, no more early morning or late night meetings. The flexibility […]
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June 24th, 2023 Royce Shook
First up, it’s important to note that women live around 4.7 years longer than men. This means that women need to plan for a longer retirement period compared to men. But don’t worry, with careful financial planning, women can ensure they have enough savings and income to support their retirement goals and cost of living. […]
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