ReFirement at Any Age: As another new year begins
By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times
Are you making plans to welcome something new into your life this year? It might be an improvement or an adjustment to something you’ve already begun. The best way to start your new 2023 adventure is by painting a visual picture of what you want your year to look like and then pour it out on paper for you to read.
Excitement surrounds each New Year,...
ReFire at any age: A time for renewal
By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times
Renewal comes in many forms. That’s what the start of a new year is. That’s what each birthday is. Think of winter, when everything goes dormant, waiting for the renewal of spring.
They are all forms of renewal and signify a rebirth.
As we “turn the page” to a new year, our minds may give thought to a fresh start. My mind always does, every...
Breaking those bad dental health habits
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Bad Habits? You betcha – we all have then,nobody’s perfect. We all pick up bad habits along the way. Our personal oral health is no exception. Odds are you, like just about everyone else has picked up a habit or two that is not beneficial. It’s human nature to cut corners in the name of time or money, but with oral health care,...
Don’t Retire, ReFire: What is your vision for 2019?
By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times
What goals did you set your sights on, to complete in 2018? Are you satisfied with your results or is there still unfinished business to tend to in order to start 2019 strong?
What didn’t you get done? Are you beating yourself for not getting those things done?
What is your plan now? In spite of having a few tasks on your list, is the vision for your...
Don’t Retire, ReFire: What is your mission?
By Gail Supplee Tatum, Columnist, The Times
Happy New Year! Does the New Year excite you? Does it scare you? Do you ask yourself, “What is my mission going to be? What am I going to do, in the coming year, if anything, to improve my health, my relationships, my finances, my work, and/or any other aspect of my life?”
Reflections on 2017
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
The holiday season provides a great time to reflect on the past year. In my therapy practice, my clients begin every session recounting the highs and lows of their week. It is a simple way to take a few moments to appreciate what went well and any challenges that provide opportunities for growth. So, imagine the wealth of self-reflection that can be achieved...
Happy 2017 – let’s make it a healthy year.
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
With each passing year one thing is undeniable, we are a year older. Let’s be a year wiser too. With the advent of great preventive care and good oral hygiene we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of people who get to middle age with little or no need for extensive dentistry.
Let’s not get complacent, teeth are like a classic...
On Your Table: Not too late to start the year eating healthy
And remember, ‘healthy’ doesn’t have to mean boring or tasteless
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Swiss Chard is a winter green chock full of nutrients and when combined with beans or even pasta it makes for a healthful dinner meal.
Here I am still thinking about the New Year…. And since it’s January we can yet have a conversation about healthy eating resolutions....
Op/Ed: Chester County worked together for a successful 2013
By Terence Farrell, Chester County Commissioner
Terence Farrell
Happy New Year! ¡Feliz año nuevo! And best wishes for a healthy, happy and prosperous new year.
As we transition from 2013 to 2014, it is worthwhile to look back at the year that just ended to assess how Chester County government is doing to meet the needs and expectations of its constituents, and to make plans to do even better...
