Susan Dawson-Cook Looking in mirrors is discouraged in yoga classes. In fact, most yoga studios have only walls and windows so there’s no temptation to look. By relying on body cues instead of reflections, students tend to perform appropriate movements for their bodies and avoid imitating others. Studying your reflection isn’t always constructive. One self-critical…
Category: Features
Features, September 2016
How Does Your Garden Grow?
Louise Grabell Have you noticed there’s a lot of crazy pruning that’s going on in SaddleBrooke? I’ve written about proper pruning methods before, but I am heartbroken about what many of your so-called landscapers are doing to your beautiful garden treasures. Any “landscaper” who uses a power clipper to take care of your trees and…
Features, September 2016
The intersection of STS and “One of the Chosin Few”
Mitch Steinberg I first became aware of the Brotherhood of the Chosin Few shortly after enlisting in the Marine Corps. This was after the Korean “Police Action” ended in a stalemate and armistice. During our training we studied the Korean “War” to extract the lessons to be learned from the conflict. That’s why when given…
Features, September 2016
Communication Today
NFL, Sports Tier, NHL Q: With the coming of autumn, I am excited about the return of football and hockey! Can you please tell me what sports offerings are available on Orbitel TV? A: Certainly! Orbitel has your front row ticket every game day! Orbitel members can follow the excitement of NFL action on NFL…
Features, September 2016
Welcome to the world of massage
Ted Robu The 2016 Olympics brought the world’s attention to the specific modality of cupping. For many, this may be the first time that the circles left behind by cupping have been seen, creating many questions. Our own Michael Phelps’ shoulders have been covered with these prominent reddish brown circles. Cupping has been practiced and…
Features, September 2016
2 Your Health: How to avoid back surgery: See a chiropractor first.
Editor’s Note: “2 Your Health” is a new column in the SaddleBrooke Progress dedicated to health issues. Each month different doctors and or medical associations, from varying specialties, will be writing on issues of importance. Articles are based on experiences and independent research conducted by the doctors or medical associations. We encourage anyone considering changing…
Features, September 2016
Spotlight On Advertiser: One ultimate Arizona Wildcat fan could be a big winner
Kellie Terhune Neely Hughes Federal Credit Union announces its 2016 Ultimate Arizona Wildcat® Fan Giveaway for the upcoming University of Arizona® Football season. This is the sixth year the locally-owned credit union has hosted this promotion and given away skybox tickets to the last home game. It only takes a minute to become an Ultimate…
Features, September 2016
Senior Village at SaddleBrooke – Neighbors helping Neighbors
Falls and the fear of falling Sandy Morse One of the primary goals of Senior Village at SaddleBrooke is helping our members maintain their independence so that they can stay in their homes for as long as possible. When we visit prospective members, we sometimes see potential hazards in their homes that could put their…
Features, September 2016
In the Spotlight in SaddleBrooke: the Chathams – Part I
Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg Many people know the Chathams – Lew being a dignified gentleman who always has a nice thing to say about everyone – Ann being a considerate and beautiful person both inside and out. My hunch is that not many people know their story. I had the opportunity to interview Lew and…
Features, September 2016
Artist of the Month
Art: Explorations of the Soul LaVerne Kyriss Like many artists, Karen Warner has always been interested in art. She has always drawn, took some classes in high school and even took pottery in college. “I wanted to pursue an art career,” she smiled and said, “but life got in the way.” Putting her practical art…