The true story of “Valentine’s Day” may tell us more about anger, irritability and violence than about candy, hearts, and flowers. Back in 269 AD a good priest named Valentine ran afoul of the Roman Emperor Claudius II. Valentine was sentenced to a three part execution of a beating, stoning, and finally decapitation. Talk about
Prior to my birth my parents were sure I was going to be a girl. They had done some kind of tests (Don’t know whether they were medical or swinging a needle in front of my mother’s pregnant belly) that convinced them to begin picking out girl’s names and get lots of dolls ready for
As the Presidential primaries begin and the candidates try and convince us that their opponents are not qualified, it might be good to consider what neuroscience might teach us about the aging brain. According to a recent headline in the magazine Politico, “Clinton surrogate to demand Sanders release medical records.” The article goes on to
Like many people in the world, I’m constantly trying to stay healthy, eat healthy, and lose weight. My New Year’s resolutions usually include some commitment to that cause. This year I tried something new. I decided to take the 30 Day Sugar Free Challenge in December. I felt so good, I’ve decided to do it
I come from a long line of helpers. As far back as I can remember my mother was always helping friends, neighbors, and the community. Throughout her life she was a member of Altrusa, an international civic organization started in 1917 by women helping others during World War I. My father was a writer, actor,
I write about what moves me, what I’m passionate about, what I’m trying to figure out, and what people tell me they want to learn. This has been an interesting year, full of challenges, both personal and professional. I’m dealing with the stresses of a close friend and a close relative in jail facing
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