I try to be ready for anything on the road, a tendency that was burned in during my scout leader years of "Being Prepared." Smartphones make it easy to bring along maps, itineraries, tour guides and resources – so all the information you need is in your hip pocket.
Here are my favorites, in Part Two of the "Travelin' Light" series.
How do you decide to support a non-profit?
Mail just isn’t what it used to be. Remember the days when people actually sent letters to each other? Now the mailbox is filled with junk mail and bills. Just in the past week, I’ve received dozens of letters from nonprofits. Each is worthy of support and I want to contribute and often do what I can. But how do you decide which organizations to commit to?
The case for lifelong learning
Lifelong learning has been a regular part of my vocabulary for a long time. In reality, it starts from the time we enter the world, evolving as we grow. From learning how to feed ourselves, to how to read, to how to drive ... well, you get the picture. What are you doing to learn now?
6.4 trillion calories removed from the marketplace!
The Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA), Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation (HWCF) and Oasis all have a common goal: to end childhood obesity. Oasis President Marcia Kerz discusses the movement, how manufacturers are making foods healthier with fewer calories, and how Oasis is contributing to the goal through CATCH Healthy Habits.
Spring is a great time for a healthy new hobby
Like the rest of the country, Indiana had a harsh, long winter filled with record-breaking snow from the Polar Vortex. Now spring is here and that bitter weather is a distant memory. Early spring has brought green grass, colorful flowers and a desire to get out of the house. It's time to enjoy outside activities!
Fruit loop throwdown
When did the recommended daily servings of fruit and vegetables ratchet up to 7-9? A little team rivalry through BJC HealthCare's latest "Help for your health" could be just the motivation to change my ways.
Quit the sit
Have you heard the new phrase “quit the sit” or “sitting is the new smoking”? Well, this is big news. The chair is linked to rising rates of obesity and chronic diseases.Here's why you need to keep moving!
Five questions to help you find your next volunteer role
April is National Volunteer Month, the perfect time to find just the right role to change your life as well as the lives of those you touch.
Deadline for Health Insurance Marketplace enrollment is today
The deadline has arrived for enrollment through the Health Insurance Marketplace - March 31, 2014. However, there are some circumstances for which a customer may be granted a special enrollment (SEP). Here's what you need to know.
Travelin’ Light
“We can go to paradise – maybe once, maybe twice
Travelin' light is the only way to fly”
Travelin' light is the only way to fly”
With homage to J. J. Cale, here’s the first entry in a series on bicycle touring and the training, technology and gear to get ready for an adventure.