That’s #PUN-ny: Brain

I always try to share books related to whatever topic I am focused on. Today, it is BRAINS, so it will be interesting to see what my search pulls up for us. You never know what you'll find on the shelves of a book store or in library - often there are some great treasures … Continue reading That’s #PUN-ny: Brain

#BooksForTheHoliday – Gluten-Free Baking Week

A featured series on the Norns Triad Publications' book blog, which helps readers find great books and resources for various holidays & observances around the world! https://nornstriad.com/tag/booksfortheholiday Learn more about GLUTEN-FREE BAKING WEEK from nationaldaycalendar.com Every year the week before Christmas (Dec 18th through Dec 24th) is gluten-free baking week. The purpose of this observance … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – Gluten-Free Baking Week

#DidYouKnow – Alzheimer’s Disease

#DidYouKnow is a Blog Series on www.jmnorthup.com Though there are 10 types of dementia, did you know Alzheimer's disease might be the most common form? This neurodegenerative disease isn't well understood; why people get it is uncertain and there's no cure. What's known is that a failure in normal protein functions causes it. This leads to … Continue reading #DidYouKnow – Alzheimer’s Disease

My Book Review of Courage: Find Your Fire and Ignite Action in Your Life

Courage: Find Your Fire and Ignite Action in Your Life by Glenda Benevides My rating: 3 of 5 stars Empowering Though Sometimes MuddledI found this book to be positive and empowering. However, I struggled with it because often the message was muddled. For example, at one point, the author writes: "Freedom is not present if … Continue reading My Book Review of Courage: Find Your Fire and Ignite Action in Your Life

How to Live Like a Monk: Medieval Wisdom for Modern Life

HOW TO LIVE LIKE A MONK: MEDIEVAL WISDOM FOR MODERN LIFE How medieval monastic practices―with their emphasis on a healthy soul, mind, and body―can inspire us to live fuller lives today We know that they prayed, sang, and wore long robes, but what was it really like to be a monk? Though monastic living may … Continue reading How to Live Like a Monk: Medieval Wisdom for Modern Life