Today we are delighted to welcome award-winning playwright, essayist, and fiction writer A. R. Taylor. She is the author of the unpredictable winningly bizarre satire, Sex, Rain, And Cold Fusion. A. R. has a wicked sense of humor–go ahead and see for yourself: Mentors: This book is written primarily from the point of view of a 30-year-old male scientist. Was it difficult writing as a man? A. R. Taylor: For some reason, not at all. I could hear David Oster speaking, and at one time the entire book was written … Continue reading
Confused about getting a mammogram?
Breast cancer – the most common cancer among American women (except for skin cancer) – is of vital concern to us, with about 1 in 8 eventually developing the disease. While about 40,000 women die from the disease each year, survival rates have significantly improved over the past 50 years – some say because of better screening, others believe because of enhanced treatment regimens. So it’s not surprising that women debate with each other and question their doctors when new data or policy changes emerge. After the U.S. Preventive Services … Continue reading
5 Ways to Connect with Your Valentine
This Valentine’s Day, celebrate your relationship and commit to nurture a heartfelt connection. Remember when you first fell in love? Depending on how we treat each other, those deep feelings can continue throughout our lives. Neural functions change when we’re more compassionate. And holding hands is enough to reduce stress. The possibilities for opening up our hearts are endless: Express gratitude. If you notice a caring gesture or a job well done, why not mention it? You may be pleasantly surprised at what you get back in return. Inject humor. … Continue reading
Do You Hibernate in Winter?
Were you too busy watching Super Bowl commercials on Sunday to notice that Punxsutawney Phil had emerged from his burrow this year? He saw his shadow and went back in to hibernate, predicting that the blistery winter weather much of the country has been experiencing will last for another 6 weeks. You may not be as interested in Groundhog Day as I am – full disclosure, February 2 is also my birthday so I’ve followed the tradition for years. For many of us, winter weather does seem to drag on … Continue reading
