Thursday's Truths & Tidbits -- why I've had the same underwear for over 15 years!

Welcome back to Thursday's Truths & Tidbits. 

Image courtesy of Linnaea Mallette
You didn't think I was going to post a pic of my undies on the line, did you?

Today, I have a tip for you: Line dry your underwear.

It's as simple as that. Even if you don't line dry your sheets (you're missing out on something really special there), your bras and undies don't belong in the dryer. Ever.

Line drying is kinder to the environment for more reasons than one. Yes, it helps not to have to run an electric or gas dryer. But there's something more. When you wash delicates in cold water and hang them on the line to dry, you greatly extend the life of each piece. That means you don't have to keep replacing things like underpants, bras, camisoles, and nightgowns. And that, my friends, is common sense green living. Not only is it environmentally friendly, but it's awfully kind to your wallet as well.

And it doesn't matter if your clothesline is outside or stretched across your laundry room. The goal isn't to have sun-kissed, wind dried undies (although that's awfully nice). The goal is to protect the elastic and delicate fabric from the dryer. 

As I was hanging my 15+-year-old underwear on the line this morning, I couldn't help thinking about how much money I saved by investing in good underwear and never, ever putting it in the dryer.

And that is today's tip for greener living. 

Keeping it green on the clothesline,

Adoption Month Phrase of the Day

 Monday -- Breast is best!

Tuesday -- Adoption rocks!

Wednesday -- Every baby is wanted!

Thursday -- Where there's a will, there's a way!

Friday -- Birth mothers are special!

Saturday -- Life is sweet!

Sunday -- Don't forget to rest!

Probiotics -- help or hype?

Today, I'm happy to welcome guest blogger, Jeriann Watkins. You can follow her at dairyairhead.com.

Can Probiotics Keep You Healthy?

Probiotics have been around for a while, but with the ever-increasing overuse of antibiotics, usage of probiotics is becoming more widespread. This article will explore what probiotics are and how they can help multiple health conditions.

The most basic description of probiotics is the phrase “good bacteria.” We tend to look at bacteria as gross and unhealthy, but bacteria are simply organisms. Some help your body and others hurt it. Some are harmful in certain scenarios, helpful in others, and neutral most of the time. The human body houses 10 bacteria for every one of our cells. Most bacteria leaves the body in the form of waste, but at any given time, our body mass is 1-2 percent bacteria.

Photo courtesy of Morguefile.com

Antibiotics, as you probably know, are bacteria killers. They basically wipe out the bacteria in your body, particularly your gut, with the purpose of eliminating illness. Unfortunately, antibiotics also kill good bacteria, leaving your immune system susceptible to new attacks. And since bacteria reproduce at rapid rates, it doesn’t take long for bacteria to develop immunities to antibiotics. Rather than taking a patient-centered approach to medicine, many medical professionals overprescribe antibiotics in search of blanket solutions for all sorts of problems.

But how can you combat bacterial infections apart from taking antibiotics? Well, you can utilize your body’s beneficial bacteria with the use of probiotics.

Probiotics are tiny organisms/bacteria that promote the health of other beneficial bacteria in your body.  Taking probiotics is one of many ways you can promote a healthy immune system. But they also address very specific health concerns. Probiotics have been shown to have positive effects in combating diabetes, promoting prenatal health, and even affecting brain chemistry regarding mental health concerns. Specific probiotics can also help with liver detoxication and relieving symptoms of GERD.

Photo courtesy of Morguefile.com

If you’re interested in probiotics, you can get them in two primary ways: through your diet and with supplementation. Supplements offer a way for you to control which probiotic organisms you’re getting and help you address specific conditions. But getting probiotics through your diet is also a great way to strengthen your immune system and address health concerns. Probiotics can be found in foods like sauerkraut, kombucha, and yogurt. Fermentation is the key. Of course, the more natural and less processed an item is, the stronger an effect the probiotics will be able to have. Though it may be tempting, cooking your sauerkraut will actually kill the probiotics, so keep in mind that raw consumption is the way to go.

As with all health approaches, both medical and alternative, you’ll want to consult doctors, do scientific research, and pay attention to your own body’s reactions. When trying new supplements, medications, or even diets, closely monitor your reaction, always starting small and slowly increasing your implementation. This allows you to detect real changes and avoid/minimize negative reactions.

Do you have experience with probiotics? Share in the comments below!

Simply Happy. Yes, indeed.

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. I received an ARC of Simply Happy in exchange for my honest review.



Off and on for the past 13 years, I've been contributing stories to the best-selling Chicken Soup for the Soul anthologies. It's always a thrill to open the box of books they send me with each publication. I've been published in 8 of the books, with 2 of my stories appearing in the Chicken Soup for the Soul 20th Anniversary Edition Reader's Choice. 

Recently, the CSS editor-in-chief, Amy Newmark, contacted me and asked if I would be willing to review her new book, Simply Happy. Of course, I thought. I would love to. 

I had high expectations for this book and I wasn't disappointed. Amy's keen eye for spotting a good story and her precise editing skills were already working in her favor. But it's her writing, both conversational and compelling, that makes this book a winner. I found it to be a perfect companion to my morning coffee as I digested a chapter a day, savoring the wisdom and inspiration consistent with the Chicken Soup for the Soul name. Chock full of stories Amy gleaned from the thousands that have appeared in the anthologies, Amy's found the perfect recipe for sharing her own journey toward happiness.

Simply Happy is quite simply a joy to read and re-read. I cannot recommend this book more highly. While I usually post my reviews on Wednesdays, this week I made an exception because today is Pub Day for this inspirational book. So head out to your favorite book seller (or Amazon if you're housebound) and pick up your copy and maybe a few more. After all, what better gift for the holidays than "A Crash Course in Chicken Soup for the Soul Advice and Wisdom"? And it's always a bonus to get your Christmas shopping done early, right?

Reviewing it for you,

Let us break bread together -- there are some amazing benefits

Do you eat at least one meal per day with your kids? What about your teenagers? Did you know there are not only emotional and social benefits for teens who dine with their parents, but there are physical perks as well?

Dining together... it's not an old-fashioned concept!

According to a study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology, teenagers who share a meal with a family member or two six or seven times each week have a lower BMI (body mass index) than their peers who dine alone. Of course, we know that obesity increases the risk of heart disease and Type 2 diabetes, as well as certain cancers). The study also showed that families who dined together overall had lower blood pressure and cholesterol. 

Moral of the story: Gather your family around the table as often as possible. It's flat out good for all.

Combining old fashioned ways with 21st century common sense,

As a mother and grandmother, I am constantly researching healthier living options, which include being proactive in preventing diseases and conditions. My use of homeopathic remedies has spanned decades and is the reason I'm thrilled to be a Hyland's HealthMaker. Let's not just treat our health conditions, let's do everything we can to prevent them.

Weekend Quote

"In every walk with nature

one receives far more 

than he seeks."

                 ~John Muir        

Supporting a green infrastructure

Have you heard the term "green infrastructure" or wondered what it meant? The green infrastructure is basically the structure that supports life. That's why it is essential for communities to maintain, restore, and enhance the functions performed by this green infrastructure (critical environmental, social, and economic).

Unlike gray infrastructure, which refers to things like roads, water and sewage facilities, and electrical systems, the green infrastructure needs individuals (in addition to corporations and municipal organizations) to help improve and sustain it. 

Image courtesy of Rostislav Kralik

Here are a few ideas to get you started on your way to boosting the green infrastructure in your community:

• Plant trees. Trees help to improve air quality by absorbing pollutants and releasing oxygen. They also improve water quality as rain puddles in the canopy of leaves and releases back into the atmosphere through evapotranspiration. When planted in the right location, mature shade trees can help lower your home energy bills by shading your home from the hot summer sun.
• Design your garden with native plants that are designed by nature to conserve water and provide appropriate food and shelter for the wildlife in your own backyard. They also help reduce erosion and runoff.
• Consider a green roof. This type of roofing system uses vegetation to absorb rainwater and reduce heat absorption, thus providing additional insulation for your home. They also extend the life of your roof and improve the air quality in your neighborhood. 
• Plant a rain garden. These slightly depressed gardens hold onto storm water runoff and filter pollutants. Rain gardens naturally improve water quality and protect waterways while adding beauty to your sidewalks.
• Install a rain barrel. Unfortunately, rain barrels are illegal in some communities. But if you're living in an area where they're legal, rain barrels can improve the green infrastructure in around your home. Water stored in rain barrels provides oxygenated, un-chlorinated water for your plants, which can lead to a thriving garden.

If we all do our part, we can strengthen and improve the green infrastructure in our communities.

Keeping it green with the infrastructure,

Thursday's Truths & Tidbits -- four tips to help improve your life

Do you remember the smell of mothballs when you walked into your grandparents' house? Hopefully, it's just a memory for you. But if you're still using mothballs in your closets, you might want to consider getting rid of them. Why? Because they contain the chemicals paradichlorobenzene (PCDB) and naphthalene, known carcinogens.

Click here for a recipe for a natural moth repellant that combines rosemary, mint, ginseng, thyme and cloves.



Image courtesy of Lynn Greyling

While looking for some helpful hints to share, I couldn't help laughing at this one from Health Magazine (April 2008):

"An antioxidant in extra-virgin olive oil can protect against brain-cell damage, according to a recent study. Plus, women who eat a Mediterranean diet, often rich in olive oil, seem to reduce their risk of dying (from any cause) by 20 percent."

Did you get that ... "reduce their risk of dying by 20 percent." Really? So, why hasn't this immortality secret gotten out? In any case, it looks like extra-virgin olive oil is really good for you and your brain.

Image courtesy of Jean Beaufort

Allergies seem to be worse than usual this month in Western Pennsylvania, mostly because of the lack of rain. Or so I’ve heard. Did you know that eating locally produced raw honey will help ward off seasonal allergies? Apparently, the pollen in the honey will work to build up an immunity to those things that normally set your eyes a-itchin' and your nose a-runnin'. How cool is that?

But remember ... because of the chance of botulism, NEVER give honey to infants! 

 

Image courtesy of George Hodan

 

And a final tip for this week: Flowers inspire. According to researchers at Texas A&M University, an arrangement of fresh flowers in your office will bring out innovative ideas and solutions to problems.

Those are my truths and tidbits for today. Hope you found something useful here.

Does Grandma Have a Mustache? Say what?

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. I received compensation and/or product in exchange for my honest review.

Does Grandma Have a Mustache? is the intriguing title of a new book of poetry for kids by Rita Ann Fleming. And what kid wouldn't want to sit down with their favorite book reader and listen to these poems, many of which tell a story? I know I couldn't wait to read them to my grandchildren after I received my copy in the mail recently.

This isn't some flimsy paperback book either. The hardback comes encased in a bright red jacket cover with lovely pencil drawing illustrations on front and back done by Abigail Marble, whose lovely and often comical illustrations are throughout the book. The back cover bears a Grand Parental Advisory which reads: CAUTION! Be ready to spend quality overtime with your grandchildren as they repeatedly request that you read these fun-filled rhymes with them BEWARE! Compelling questions may be encountered!

Whatever does that mean? 

Well, after reading The Toy Trunk on page 12, your grandkids just might start asking you about the toys you played with as a child. This poem makes mention of many of the toys my sisters and I played with when we were growing up. How many of these do you remember?

• Chatty Cathy
• Kewpie Doll
• Howdie Doodie
• GI Joe
• Baby First Steps
• Raggedy Andy
• Betsy Wetsy
• Barbie (okay... I know. Every generation alive has heard of/played with Barbie dolls.)
• Lamb Chop (who can name the puppeteer?)
• Hush Puppy

Can the Fairy Find Me? might bring up questions of how mythological beings (like the Tooth Fairy, Santa Claus, and the Easter Bunny) can find them when your grandkids are having a sleep-over at your house.

Why an Appendix? could prompt the question, "What is an appendix?" And after reading Escalators, your kiddos might ask, "Are there really alligators living under escalators?"

And, of course, there's the age-old question: Do adults really have eyes in the back of their heads. That's what you'll be talking about after reading Eyes Where?

I really liked the way some of the poems referenced things in earlier poems. It gave the book a sense of continuity.

Overall, you and the kids will delight in these 64 original poems. I know I did. While most are silly, there are a few serious ones that could tug at the heart strings. Like this one:

In the Middle

You'll find me in the middle,

stuck somewhere in-between

the oldest and the youngest,

I'm seldom heard or seen.

I'm squeezed between my sisters,

I'm neither big nor small,

Sometimes I do not wonder if

I'm noticed much at all!

Available on Amazon for $17.95, this is a quality hardcover book, perfect for lap time with Grandma or Grandpap. It is also available on the website with a free shipping offer through December 20, 2016. It would be an awesome Christmas gift when coupled with a weekend of games, baking, and reading with your grandchildren. 

The poems contained within these 106 pages made me smile, chuckle, and tear up a bit (see In the Middle). But at times, they also made me cringe. 

As a children's book editor, I never seem to be able to remove my editor's hat while reading. My virtual red pen is always uncapped and ready to mark up the pages. Unfortunately, there were several places in this collection of poetry that had my red ink flowing.

While the rhyme and meter was spot on for most of the poems, there were a few with forced rhymes that didn't work for me and a few with missteps in the meter. I could overlook that, due to the quality of the poetry in the rest of the book. However, I could not ignore misspellings, as they are inexcusable to me. In particular, on page 36, the word somersault is misspelled summersault. Cringe. There were a couple of punctuation errors/typos as well, which had me begging the question: What kind of editor did Fleming hire? Examples: Instead of "We" on page 93, it reads "Wwe." There is a missing end quote on page 63 and a missing period on page 69. And, even though she does it correctly throughout the rest of the book, there is a period outside the quotation mark on page 44. Am I being nitpicky? Perhaps. But like I said, I'm an editor and I just can't ignore mistakes other editors should have corrected.

On page 100, Fleming writes: "There's rules to put your toys away." It should read, "There are rules..." Perhaps she was using creative license for the sake of meter, but I hate teaching children improper grammar. It's just a pet peeve of mine.

Above all the errors, there is one that, to me, is inexcusable. In the poem, Mulberry Street, Fleming alludes to many books by a well-loved children's author. It's a cute poem. But the last line reads, "Thank you, Dr. Suess!" Seuss is spelled wrong and I wanted to cry! 

Hopefully, since pointing out the errors, Fleming will be able to have them corrected for future orders of the book. I can only hope so, because for me, I would have rated the book more highly had it been free of these grammatical, spelling, and punctuation errors and typos. 

Because I have a reputation to uphold as an editor, I couldn't post a review without pointing them out. But I did thoroughly enjoy this book overall and I hope you will give it a chance. It's rare to find poetry books of this quality in children's libraries these days. I recommend putting this book on the shelf to be read again and again!

Reviewing it for you,

Cursive Makes a Comeback!

Image courtesy of Karen Arnold

I read something encouraging today in a local paper. Apparently, cursive writing is making a comeback! And it's about more than just ensuring our kids and grandkids can read historical documents and generations-old correspondence as they get older. After realizing the mistake they made by eliminating cursive from their curriculum, more and more schools are going back to teaching it. Why? Because of the unforeseen benefits. Apparently, writing in cursive helps in brain development, memory retention, and fine motor skills. 

Those who developed the Common Core education standards failed to realize that handwriting instruction improves children's composition, reading comprehension, brain function, and motor skills, as mentioned above. According to a 2012 study by Saperstein Associates in Columbus, Ohio, students who are taught handwriting are better able to focus and organize their thoughts on paper. Excellent.

Here in Pittsburgh, one school district eliminated cursive instruction due to the Pennsylvania Core Standards. With focus on typing and test-taking, there simply wasn't time to teach it at Montour. However, last year, they resumed teaching it to the kids in first through fourth grades.

During the 2014-15 school year, North Hills School District, where my own kids attended, joined the ranks of other districts resurrecting the dying skill after research demonstrated the benefits of looping, continuous writing style. 

"Cursive is a special kind of motor challenge because the goal is to put all the letters together of a word with very little lift and touch (of the pen)," states Rand Nelson, president of Peterson Directed Handwriting. "Each new word is like a brand new magic trick."

While cursive writing is not a required course in Pennsylvania (shame on them), it is required in Alabama, California, Georgia, and Louisiana. The Goddard Schools, specializing in early childhood education and STEAM learning nationwide, teach cursive with the Handwriting Without Tears program. 

So, despair not, fellow cursive advocates. Our voices are being heard and research is backing us. I predict cursive handwriting to become part of the "new" curriculum in every school district in the not-too-distant future.

I'm curious, however, about all of you homeschoolers in the community. Are you teaching cursive to your youngsters or do you believe it's an irrelevant practice? Tell me your thoughts in the comments below.

Free educational resources from the Arbor Day Foundation

Image courtesy of George Hodan

Looking for a good resource to teach your kids about trees? Arbor Day offers educational activities that are free for download and can help you, as a parent or teacher, instill a love of nature and appreciation for trees in the children you interact with on a regular basis.

The site includes:

• Tree-themed games like Treevial Pursuit and Who Wants to Be a Treellionaire?
• Tree trivia
• Activities to learn about cholorophyll, seed germination, energy benefits, and more
• The basics of tree identification
• The life of a tree

Log on at www.arborday.org/education and start downloading! You might even learn a thing or two. I know I did!

Don't you love it when resources are this easy to find and are FREE? Enjoy!

Aquagear Filter Pitcher Giveaway! $69.95 RV

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Heading home

Who says you can't go home again? To help relieve some of the pressure of what I've been calling "The Worst Summer EVER," I'm planning a trip back to my hometown. I'll be staying with my friend, Dawn, who graciously transformed one of her bedrooms into "my" room, using furniture from my mom's house after she died so I could find a small piece of "home" whenever I needed it.

Throughout the past three years, Dawn and her husband have warmly welcomed me into their home time and time again. It's a lovely home in the country surrounded by lovely vegetation, birds, flowers, and even an inground swimming pool. The subdued colors of the home create a peaceful oasis, whether indoors or out. This, my friends, is exactly what I need right now.

As my Manheim family is dwindling, I want to go there and spend some time with my remaining relatives. So I'm looking forward to that as well. And I might even throw in a trip to the beach with my cousin. While my initial plan was to have a fair amount of alone time, it looks like my schedule is filling up with people time instead. And that's okay. I'm just in need of some healing time and I'm counting on the magic of time away to provide me with exactly that.

Wish me well. I'm hoping to come back revived and ready to face the fall.

Thursday's Truths & Tidbits -- It's about the ivory

When it comes to issues affecting the health of our families and the environment, there is way too much bad news. But today, on Thursday's Truths & Tidbits, I have some good news to share about elephants -- you know those big, gray animals that are hunted down like, well ... animals ... just for their ivory tusks. It's so sad when a magnificent animal is gunned down for trophy or, in this case, for something like ivory. 

Photo courtesy of Lynn Greyling

So here comes the good news -- the Obama Administration has issued the final piece in a series of regulations to significantly limit the commercial ivory trade in America. The states most affected due to having the three biggest state ivory markets are California, Hawaii, and New York. The legal ivory trafficking in the U.S. is all but over with this near-total ban. Of course, that won't stop illegal poaching and trafficking, but it's a start. It's an acknowledgement by the government that what has been going on throughout the decades is unacceptable and punishable by law. 

If I were an elephant, I'd be trumpeting loud and clear.

Caring about the planet and its inhabitants,

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Fresh breath. The essential fashion accessory...

... or so it says on the box of Moondani Natural Breath Mist

that was sent to me to review. Yes, this is a sponsored post and I received product and/or compensation in exchange for my honest opinion.

My honest opinion is it's simply wonderful! Packaged in a purse or pocket sized glass spray bottle, it's convenient to have on hand for whenever the occasion calls for fresh breath. You know, times like when

• you've just downed your coffee in your travel mug in the carpool line and your kiddo's principal comes out to your car to speak with you.
• your spouse comes home early for some "play time" while the kids are at school and you've just finished a garlic roll.
• you're in line at the grocery store and your high school crush saunters in and spots you.
• you are meeting your spouse's boss for the first time.
• you're at a party eating all the wrong things and you realize you'll stop eating once you freshen your breath.
• you wake up feeling amorous (keep a bottle right by the bed).
• your kiddo wants to smother you in little boy or little girl kisses (not that they'll care what your breath smells like, but you might!)
• your mouth feels gross and brushing your teeth isn't an option.

Oh, the list goes on and on. There are countless reasons why you need a breath freshener on hand. And countless reasons why you don't want to resort to the commercial ones that may be full of toxins.

That's why you really need a bottle or two of Moondani on hand. Seriously. The mint flavor is refreshing and it's effective against bad breath odors. There are no additives, no preservatives, no alcohol, and no sweeteners. Plus it's vegan and cruelty-free.

Here are the ingredients, in case you were wondering:

• distilled water
• organic vegetable gylcerin
• ginger extract
• cardamom oil
• fennel oil
• natural flavors

And it's Made in the USA in Bloomingdale, Illinois. By the way, did you know that the word 'moondani' means 'everlasting' in Farsi? Cool.

While one bottle of Moondani is $12.99, you can nab TWO bottles for just $2 more at $14.99! But wait, why not trust my opinion on this and go for a FIVE-pack for $30 or a TEN-pack for a mere $56.25?! 

Moondani Natural Breath Mist gets Green Grandma's Two Green Thumbs Up Award this week. I love it and so will you!

Reviewing it for you,

When stress builds up, it's time to do something about it. #stressless

Thank you to Hyland's 5-Day Stress Challenge for sponsoring this post.

Photo courtesy of Weyenbergh Jacky

Twenty-six years ago, I was thrown from a horse and broke my back in two places. That alone would cause a fair amount of stress, but when adding in my circumstances at the time, the stress barometer hit an all time high. You see, I was widowed one year before and was raising two small children alone. Not only that, I didn't have any family living close by to help. As a matter of fact, my mother lived closest to me at 250 miles away. Not a good time in my life.

Sometimes when I'm extremely stressed, I try to look back to that year and am comforted somewhat in knowing I survived. The stress did not win. I did.

How about you? Do you ever look back on your life and think, "Wow. How did I ever survive that?"

This past summer was one of my worst. The previous months included several deaths of family members and friends. The deaths continued throughout the summer months, with the latest being my aunt on September 8th. Enough! My husband's heart attack on June 4th threw us off in many ways. Like I said, it was a bad summer. My stress levels have been through the roof. Normally, I spend time out in nature to de-stress, but quite honestly, for the majority of the summer, it was just too hot. I was indoors in the air conditioning more often than not, and I missed my usual summer time spent on my back porch watching the birds, butterflies, squirrels, and deer. That certainly added to my lousy summer. Now, as I look forward to fall, the weather remains oppressively hot (mostly because of the humidity). "Cut me a break!" I want to scream at no one in particular. Yes, I'm stressed and grouchy. 

However, I would be even more stressed and grouchy if it weren't for a couple of my favorite Hyland's Homeopathic items. For instance, I've been taking some of their Calms Forte to help me sleep at night. During the day, I occasionally reach for their Nerve Tonic. Both products work to lighten my mental overload. They help me to relax. And since they're natural and homeopathic, I'm not polluting my body with pharmaceutical remedies. 

I wish I could take comfort in knowing that more than 70% of Americans suffer from stress, but I don't. I wish I were in the minority here. 

Hyland's recognizes the problem and wants to help. On Monday, September 26, 2016, they are launching Hyland's 5-Day Stress Challenge. There are going to be some great prizes for 1,000 participants Monday through Friday that week. Click here to join in the challenge and learn new ways to effectively deal with stress.

Be sure to follow Hyland's on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, and YouTube so you can keep up with the daily challenges!



So... how do you stress less?