I found two new items today that made me feel quite hopeful. Anytime I find real evidence that a natural therapy can help manage a chronic health condition, it inspires hope in me, knowing that the alternative usually involves the use of long term medication or a surgical procedure of some sort. These two latter options carry a very real risk of unintended consequences (“side effects”). On the other hand, many natural options carry a very real possibility of “side benefits”. Read more »

From the moment you see the sour expression, the squinting eyes and deep wrinkles on his face, you begin to understand exactly who Walt Kowalski is. Mr. Kowalski, as portrayed by Clint Eastwood, is an angry old Korean war vet who’s just lost his one connection to humanity – his wife of nearly fifty years. We first meet him at her funeral. And it’s a strong impression that he makes. Read more »