Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg Dan Devou , A.K.A. The Crazy Rock Guy Friends of ours suggested that I might write an article on a friend of theirs who calls himself “The Crazy Rock Guy.” This sounded like an intriguing topic so, of course, I said “yes.” Soon, I met Dan Devou for a sit-down interview…
David Zapatka Reader, friend, and fellow bridge player, Cathie Bonnell, said, “How about the word, ‘otrovert,’ for a word of the month?” I discovered that otravert is a new word that has not yet been accepted into the English language as an official word but is well on its way. It can already be found…
Your Questions Answered by a Little White Dog with Big Opinions Emma, a little white dog who lives in SaddleBrooke Hi Saddlebrooke Progress friends! I’m Emma, your cheerful little white dog in SaddleBrooke. In this column, I share a dog’s-eye view on life by answering thoughtful questions with kindness, gentle humor, and a bit of…
Marsha Foresman Marsha Foresman (née Bellman), a vibrant and spirited individual, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, friendship, and unwavering strength. Born with an inquisitive nature, Marsha made her entrance into the world as a force to be reckoned with. At the tender age of five, she famously asked a man in…
Leah Kari, licensed insurance agent and retired pharmaceutical representative Part One of Two This article is the first installment in a two-part series on enrolling in Medicare. For a comprehensive understanding of the enrollment process, please refer to the following month’s issue of this publication, which will feature part two and provide detailed guidance on…
Dr. Rose Bricker The first five minutes in the morning is an opportunity to ground yourself, lower your stress, and improve the quality of your day. The following information can dramatically impact your health, longevity, peace, and joy. There are six simple habits that you can do in the first five (or fifteen) minutes that…