One of the hardest things that most of us go through several times in our lives is moving. We have to uproot everything, try to organize and move our whole lives to another location. It is physically and emotionally exhausting. I’ve heard many people tell me, “I’m NEVER moving again!” When I go into … [Read more...] about Moving In, Moving Out
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Stepping into Autumn with Better Balance
Moving into autumn and Healthy Aging Month, it’s a good time to reevaluate our fitness routines as the high energy of summer begins to fade and we prepare for the colder months. As we get older, it becomes increasingly important to work on strengthening the muscles and systems that keep us upright … [Read more...] about Stepping into Autumn with Better Balance
Understanding Causes of Suicide During the Pandemic
September is suicide prevention month, and given the dramatic changes in lifestyle necessitated by the coronavirus pandemic, it seems appropriate to address how the pandemic has impacted suicide and suicide prevention. But, let’s first look at suicide prior to the pandemic. Suicide is the tenth … [Read more...] about Understanding Causes of Suicide During the Pandemic
Community Partnerships Key to Successful Academic Year
The COVID-19 pandemic has had profound effects on commerce, business, health, and access to goods and services. It has had a strong impact on business communities that are closely tied to Northern Arizona University. It is more important than ever for NAU to continue providing students, faculty … [Read more...] about Community Partnerships Key to Successful Academic Year
Understanding Why Local Radio is Relevant, Vital to the Community
Radio – the “theater of the mind,” which has been a part of our lives for more than a century – has always had a feeling of mystery, a mystique matched by few other businesses or entities. Yet, radio is every bit as much of a business as all others, serving two sets of clients: the listener and the … [Read more...] about Understanding Why Local Radio is Relevant, Vital to the Community
Creating Hummingbird, Butterfly Heavenly Gardens
Butterflies are some of the most beautiful and exotic creatures in the landscape. A butterfly garden is an easy way to see more butterflies and help them, since many local habitats have been lost to human activities like building homes and roads. It is easy to increase the number and variety of … [Read more...] about Creating Hummingbird, Butterfly Heavenly Gardens
Getting to Know Tom Liuzzo with Granite Basin Engineering
Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” Sit back, relax and enjoy. As you know, Tom and I have been sharing our column on a monthly basis with the community for several years now and what fun it has been. Starting three months ago and continuing forward for a few more publications, Tom and I have … [Read more...] about Getting to Know Tom Liuzzo with Granite Basin Engineering
Addressing Menopause with a Healthy Lifestyle
"What’s happening to me? My clothes don’t fit anymore; I am so moody and emotional! I often feel like Ursula, the sea-witch.” That’s how I woke up one morning – with all these crazy feelings. Of course, leading up to this moment, my daughter would always ask, “What’s the matter, mom?” As a … [Read more...] about Addressing Menopause with a Healthy Lifestyle
Easing the Stress of the Times with Massage
The current events of our time – from politics to health concerns – can be stressful and exhausting. One of the best ways to quiet the mind and relax the body is through massage. Research shows that massage has numerous health benefits – and not just our physical health, but also our mental and … [Read more...] about Easing the Stress of the Times with Massage
Working for Success in New Ways
If the first six months of 2020 have taught us anything, it is that ingenuity is even more important to running a business than ever before, and that the support of community can get us through just about anything. While the COVID-19 pandemic has been trying and has put everyone to the test, it … [Read more...] about Working for Success in New Ways