An elderly gentleman ambled into a shop colorfully labeled “Plant Professionals.” He figured this would be the perfect place to purchase some petunias for his sweetheart. “I’d like to buy some flowers for my wife,” he said to the florist.…
Although the first day of Fall isn’t officially until September 22nd, for all intents and purposes we’ve already arrived…because PUMPKIN SPICE LATTES are back at Starbucks! And many people wholeheartedly endorse the iconic beverage as their favorite seasonal sipping libation.…
Open and consistent communication is a key component of any relationship. And although it’s sometimes easier and “more comfortable” to avoid difficult topics, it’s best to address the tough stuff promptly rather than let uncertainty or misconceptions cast a pall…
“I forgot.” We’ve all uttered these shameful words…and no one intentionally sets out to forget agendas or obligations. The ongoing effort to NOT forget is the main reason why sticky notes, mnemonics, and calendars exist. And today the calendar reminds…
Have you ever heard Coolio’s Gangsta’s Paradise? How about Weird Al’s parody Amish Paradise? And have you also read the 2026 Cholesterol Guidelines? Did it cross your mind to combine all three of these? Well, it crossed mine…enjoy the video!…
George Whitefield was one of the more influential preachers of the 18th century. Thousands of people flocked to hear this eccentric evangelist who, despite his short stature, towered above the rest with his charisma and conviction. And, almost counterintuitively, many…
Status was something he never did need Yet he rose to the challenge when called to lead But the current trial set before him now Is learning to be just a Face in the Crowd He could handle a target…
As usual, debates have been swirling in Lipid Land regarding the timing of statin initiation and the utility of CAC as a screening tool for atherosclerosis. Essentially, the extreme perspectives are as follows: So if you are of the School…
Around the turn of the century, my family and I walked in the front door of our house after a Baseball Tournament…and we all nearly died after being sucker-punched by the most pugilistically pungent aroma in all of world history.…
Things are a lot different for kids these days compared to those of us who grew up in the 1980s and 1990s. But refreshingly, 4th Grade is still the year that elementary students learn about IDAHO and IDAHO HISTORY here…
