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How to handle nutrition during the busy holidays.
When I was younger, I made my share of New Year’s resolutions. They were things that I thought were attainable, like resolving to reward myself with a nice vacation. Every year I’d start planning and saving and making sure I stayed on track, right from day one. I also resolved to work with my favorite…
Many of us make resolutions for the new year, but few of us succeed. Goal setting is a process that provides you with direction and tells you where to focus your energy and attention. With a little preplanning, you can set yourself up for success. Here are some suggestions for setting and accomplishing your goals,…
Here’s to a joyous 2022!
Happy Holidays!
Holidays can be full of joy and excitement, but also times of emotional pain, especially if you are grieving the loss of a loved one. While accepting loss may become easier over time, loss is something we carry with us forever. During the holiday season when there is pressure to be joyful, managing grief can…
As the holiday season begins, getting together with extended family becomes important. One of the biggest regrets older Americans feel is being estranged from family members. Reaching out to extended family members for sociability and emotional support has been vital during the pandemic. Imagine how painful it is for estranged family members. During this season…
My family has been making Christmas cookies for many years. We started celebrating when my children were younger by having our own crazy version of a cookie exchange that we like to call the cookie party! My children would each invite a few friends over and we could all bake cookies together. These parties started…
This month we celebrate Caregivers and Veteran’s Day. Cornell Cooperative Extension is honored to provide services to a grandmother who is raising five grandchildren under six years old. As a caregiver she has struggled with legal issues unique to her situation. Three years ago, she reached out to our Grandparents’ Support Group asking for help…
For many, Labor Day symbolizes the unofficial end of Summer. The last opportunity for BBQ’s, beach days and poolside fun. However, according to the U.S. Department of Labor, “Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It…
Children reap the benefits of having an involved and nurturing father, whether they live with dad or not. Dads provide a sense of security and attachment that helps children feel confident. Studies show that children whose fathers are actively involved in their care during the first eight weeks of life tend to manage stress better…