Joe: “My shower is like my girlfriend.”
Pete: “How so, Joe?”
Joe: “It’s either scalding hot or ice cold.”
Month: July 2024
Brain Teaser Alert: Can You Decode This Anagram?
Welcome to our daily anagram challenge! Test your word-solving skills with today’s anagram puzzle. Unscramble the letters to reveal the hidden word or phrase, and submit your answer to see if you’re correct. Happy puzzling!
Today’s Anagram:
Today’s Quote: Our Attitude Determines Our Altitude
Are you going to let the obstacles in your life be stumbling blocks or stepping stones? Choose the positive. You are the master of your attitude. ~ Bruce Lee
Today’s Poem: Here’s Hopin’ by Francis Lebby Stanton
Here’s Hopin’
Francis Lebby Stanton
Year ain’t been the very best;—
Purty hard by trouble pressed;
But the rough way leads to rest,—
Here’s hopin’!
Maybe craps way short; the rills
Couldn’t turn the silent mills;
But the light’s behind the hills,—
Here’s hopin’!
Where we planted roses sweet
Thorns come up an’ pricked the feet;
But this old world’s hard to beat,—
Here’s hopin’!
P’r’aps the buildin’ that we planned
‘Gainst the cyclone couldn’t stand;
But, thank God we’ve got the land,—
Here’s hopin’!
Maybe flowers we hoped to save
Have been scattered on a grave;
But the heart’s still beatin’ brave,—
Here’s hopin’!
That we’ll see the mornin’ light—
That the very darkest night
Can’t hide heaven from our sight,—
Here’s hopin’!
Health Facts: DYK This About Eating Red Meat?
Here are two lesser-known but important health facts about red meat:
- Heme Iron and Oxidative Stress: Red meat is a rich source of heme iron, which is more easily absorbed by the body compared to non-heme iron found in plant-based foods. However, excessive consumption of heme iron can lead to oxidative stress, which can damage cells and tissues and increase the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and cancer. Moderation is key to balancing the benefits of iron intake and the potential risks associated with oxidative stress.
- TMAO Production and Heart Health: Red meat consumption has been linked to the production of Trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) in the gut. TMAO is a compound that has been associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). When red meat is digested, certain gut bacteria convert nutrients like L-carnitine and choline into TMAO, which can contribute to the development of cardiovascular diseases. Being mindful of red meat consumption and maintaining a diverse and balanced diet can help mitigate this risk.
Source: ChatGPT
Today’s Joke: Joe and His GF Dine Out
Joe: “I took my girlfriend out to a restaurant and she complained that the food was terrible.”
Pete: “What did you say to her?”
Joe: “I agree and the portions are way too small.”
Today’s Thought: Forego Anger, Work to Resolve Issues
One of the easiest emotions to tap into is anger. Couple anger with fear and wrap it in bias and you’ve created a tornado capable of great destruction that in the end doesn’t discriminate who it hurts. It’s a lot more difficult to work through differences and seek areas of agreement. Strong people seek areas of agreement and forego the tornado spewing vitriol.
Navigating the Grief Swamp: Lessons from My Childhood
Listen to my Podcast, Journey from Grief to Healing, Episode 118 on your favorite podcasting app or click here for Episode 118
Episode 118: Navigating the Grieving Swamp – A Personal Journey
In this heartfelt episode of “Journey from Grief to Healing,” I take you back to my childhood in southeastern Massachusetts, where summer days were spent picking wild blueberries in the Hockomock Swamps. These memories serve as a poignant metaphor for the journey through grief—a path often filled with loneliness, fear, and uncertainty.
Join me as I recount those early experiences of wandering the swamps, sometimes feeling lost and alone, much like the overwhelming emotions that accompany grief. We’ll explore the powerful lyrics of Brenda Lee’s 60’s hit “All Alone Am I” and how they resonate with the feelings of isolation many experience after a loss.
Through personal anecdotes and reflections, I’ll share how gratitude has been a guiding light out of the swamp of grief. Learn about the importance of moving forward, even when the path is unclear, and the transformative power of connecting with others and expressing gratitude.
Discover practical steps to embrace gratitude daily, inspired by the uplifting words of American poet e.e. cummings, and find encouragement to continue your journey toward healing. This episode is a reminder that, while the grieving process is deeply personal and often solitary, hope and recovery are possible.
Today’s Thought: Don’t Stop and Don’t Turn Back
There are lots of ways to get through a day. A guy I was speaking with at the gym said some days he feels like a gerbil on a gerbil wheel. He’s going fast but getting nowhere. We both laughed. Some days it does feel like that. Some days it feels like you’re walking backward. And, there are days where everything falls into place and you’re riding high and fast. Whatever kind of day comes our way, it’s best to keep going along. If things aren’t going well keep going they can change in a flash. If you’re riding a hot streak enjoy every moment. You don’t know when you’ll get another shot. As long as we keep moving along we have a chance. As long as we keep moving along we can take a hit, shake it off, and keep on moving. Don’t stop and don’t turn back.
Brain Teaser Alert: Can You Decode This Anagram?
Welcome to our daily anagram challenge! Test your word-solving skills with today’s anagram puzzle. Unscramble the letters to reveal the hidden word or phrase, and submit your answer to see if you’re correct. Happy puzzling!
Today’s Anagram:
