Posted 09/03/2009
Is Laughter the Best Medicine?
Studies point to humor’s benefits
By Elaine Magee, MPH, RD
More studies need to be done, of course, but it sure looks like there are some potential health benefits to filling as much of your day as possible with laughter and positive emotions such as joy, hope, and optimism. Read More >>
Posted 03/09/2009
My Funny Eldercare Story, and It Isn't All About Stress!
It's just you and Fred
By Patricia Grace
My husband went to pick up my 87-year-old mother and bring her to our
home for Sunday dinner as he does every week. As they came in the front
door, I hugged my mom as I always do. As I stood there taking an extra
long hug (I do this all the time now because . . . well, I don't know if I
will get the chance again), I saw my husband in extreme animation
pointing to his eyebrows and then pointing to mother. It certainly
appeared to be code for "Holy crap, your mom has too much makeup on." Read More >>
