To maintain good overall health doctors recommend walking at least 10,000 steps a day. In addition, numerous studies declare this is a great way to keep off excess pounds, make our bodies more flexible, and improve mental acuity. But how can you walk that 10,000 steps a day if your feet hurt? That’s why it’s important to maintain good foot health. There are many ways to … [Read more...] about Maintain good foot health
Lilianne Fuller
Lilianne Fuller is a freelance writer who lives and works in Langley, BC. Semi-retired, her focus is on various human-interest stories for print and online media. Lilianne has lived in Langley for 39 years and volunteers for many community organizations. Currently she is the Public Relations Chair for the Langley Field Naturalists and the Rotary Club of Langley Central. In her spare time Lilianne is the Block Captain for her community, Fernridge Park in Langley. She is married, loves to travel and has two grandsons.
Seniors at the mercy of scammers
The phone call came around midday. “Grandma, grandma, I need your help! I’ve been in an accident!” Grace Smith* was alarmed and asked. “Jenna, is that you? “Yes, I was in an accident, and I need your help!” the caller explained. Grace knew that Jenna had a close relationship with her father, so she asked, “Did you call your dad?” “No grandma, only you can help me, they don’t … [Read more...] about Seniors at the mercy of scammers
Seniors keeping fit
It’s April and many of this year’s New Year’s resolutions have already fallen by the wayside. Reported to be one of the most popular resolutions, improving physical fitness is usually forgotten by the end of January. The year may be a quarter over but it’s not too late to start getting in shape. Improving your fitness level is important at any age but it is especially important … [Read more...] about Seniors keeping fit
Is your hearing diminishing as you age?
Hearing is something we take for granted until we can’t. Leona Phillips had noticed that when she was in a crowd, her hearing was diminishing. But after she lost nearly 70 percent of her hearing in one ear due to a severe ear infection, she knew it was time for a hearing aid. Our sense of hearing is essential for daily living. Being able to hear keeps us connected with … [Read more...] about Is your hearing diminishing as you age?
Erectile dysfunction, intimacy restored
Editor’s note: We understand that not all our readers will feel comforatable with the subject matter of the following article, but it is an issue for many couples and we felt it important to address it. Best friends can talk about anything, but some topics can be a little touchy. So, when my friend Mary asked if I had any of those little blue pills in my purse, I was … [Read more...] about Erectile dysfunction, intimacy restored