My Black is NOT Cracking.

I'm not Aging. I'm appreciating in value!

If you’ve been with me for a while, you know that the purpose of this blog is to share anti-aging, inspirational, and health focused information and experiences.  (As well as a funny story or two.) The original concept was to write for women. (And the men that loved them.)  Clearly, I wanted men to understand …

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The Skinny on Fats – The Big Fat Lie Confused about fat? Well, join the club!  It’s difficult not to be. For decades fat was vilified. We were told that eating dietary fat would make us fat. I’m guessing you’ve heard that saying, “Fat goes from your lips to your hips!” I like to call …

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Reduce Sugar – Less sugar consumption will reduce inflammation, cholesterol, improve heart health, result in weight loss, lower blood pressure, improve skin, improve sleep, increased energy…..shall I continue?  Or do you get the point?     Get to Stepping (And yes, my Midwest friends, that stepping counts too!) Meditation – Helps to reduce stress, boost immune …

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That includes me!  I own a mirror. And yes, I talk to myself. I definitely need to do better. I will never stop trying to do better. If not for myself, for those that love and need me.  And, for those that I love. For example, I’ve said this many times, but I know I …

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This one is going to be short, but not sweet! I spent the weekend in the hospital!  No as a patient.  As a family member.  As an observer. A very worried and very unhappy observer.  Multiple doctors popped in and said nothing.  And don’t dare ask them questions.  They don’t seem to have any answers …

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Everyone I’ve spoken to recently, is getting their vaccine booster shots.  Many got their shots earlier than I did, so according to recommendations, they’re due for theirs.  I’m sure I will do the same when necessary. Obviously, you need to do whatever you need to do to avoid the “Vid.”   But I have to …

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Recently, I found myself on the phone with a friend reminiscing about the fun times we used to have.  Whether it was out watching a good football game at a sports bar, chomping on wings, and talking smack, or at one of the parties he and his partner used to throw, it was fun.  Laughing, …

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GRATITUDE Definition: The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. (Also, the title of a double live album set by Earth, Wind & Fire, circa 1975. Just saying!) This post is about Gratitude.  And no, contrary to what you might have immediately assumed, I’m not referring to Earth, Wind …

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While our music preferences may vary by artist or genre, most people love music.  No matter what type of music you enjoy, there are numerous benefits. While you may not have given much thought to the health benefits from singing along with, or listening to some of your favorite tunes, there are a few! Music …

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Eureka! I found the solution to hide my sagging face for when they no longer mandate masks. I should just let my beard grow in! Beards are in right now. I mean not for women. But I could be a trendsetter! Beats the hell of sleeping in the “face fixer,” (In a used car WWE …

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