In four weeks, Arkansans dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia will have an entirely new, innovative partner — a center in Little Rock dedicated totally to helping individuals and families deal with memory-related issues. Memory Care of Little Rock at Good Shepherd, a 44,000-square-foot, 74-bed Alzheimer’s and dementia care community on the 145-acre Good Shepherd campus…
The holiday season is upon us, and with all the excitement and merriment comes seasonal events, family get-togethers and office parties. But how can a modern gent show his jolly side while still keeping his sartorial cool? Why, with festive seasonal accessories, of course! Do not fear, though – I’m not suggesting you sport a…
The weather is getting colder and wetter everyday – it’s high time to protect your ankles from the biting wind and soaking slush by strapping on a rugged pair of boots. Boots don’t have to be clumsy and ugly; you can make the right pair of boots work whether you’re dressing for a causal, business…
“You’re doing what?” I could only imagine the shocked reaction my family would have to my announcement that I was going to walk across Spain. It was October 2014, and I had finally decided to fulfill my long-held dream to walk the legendary Camino de Santiago. Also known as the Way of St. James, the…
Though I love to travel and enjoy the adventure, I must admit that I am not fond of the challenges that can pop up when making the arrangements. It was my 8-year-old daughter, Allie, who had the answer that I needed to solve my dilemma. I was preparing for my pilgrimage on the Camino de…
We are experiencing what I like to call transitional weather — the time when the weather does’t know what to do until winter. There is less moisture in the air due to our cool mornings, warm afternoons and cold evenings. This type of atmosphere confuses our hair and it begins to beg for more attention. With…
The holiday season is here, and with it comes lots of opportunities to indulge at parties and family gatherings. While you can’t always control what’s on the buffet over Christmas, you can control what you eat at work. Here are some tips for eating healthy at work throughout the holidays. 1. Bring your lunch: While this…
Jill Rohrbach, travel writer Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism (Mountain Home, Ark.) — Asher Samsel, 11, flips his lure into one of the cascading pools of Dry Run Creek. The autumn-tinted trees lining the bank behind him are so picturesque in the soft, overcast light that the scene almost looks fake. Clear water pours…
What comes after Thanksgiving in Arkansas? The Arkansas Trail of Holiday Lights! This year will be the 20th anniversary of the program, which highlights more than 60 communities around the state, brightening the holiday season for all to see. Plot your course now to see as many of the sparkling communities as you can. The…
Each Thanksgiving, families celebrate togetherness, home-cooked food and family time, but research suggests we should continue the Thanksgiving tradition on a regular basis. With a little planning, our treasured family time can become a daily event, said Rosemary Rodibaugh, professor-nutrition with the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. In an effort to encourage families to…
