by Marlene Bumgarner | Jan 24, 2016 | Aging, Community, Family, Grandparenting, Health
Fear of Falling Last week I began telling my story about wanting to learn to ride a bike, and left readers wondering if I would ever actually get on one. It was now Monday, and the New Bike Riders class was scheduled to begin on Wednesday morning. At exercise class...
by Marlene Bumgarner | Jan 18, 2016 | Aging, Community, Family, Grandparenting, Health
Taking Stock “Consider how incredibly fortunate you are to be here in this moment. Then get going and make the very best out of that good fortune.” – Marc Chernoff The holidays are over. I’ve packed away the lights, tree ornaments and...
by Marlene Bumgarner | Jan 4, 2016 | Community, Family, Grandparenting, Technology
Planning for Play – Keep it Simple When I was a teacher, my lesson plan book went to school with me every day. During summer vacation I planned the year’s goals, objectives, and activities; and during short breaks and weekends I tweaked them to allow for...