Articles, activities for boomers & seniors
Things to Do with Grandkids - Holiday 2021
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! This chant may be more appropriate for kids who don't yet understand snow shovels, snow tires, and snow blowers — only snow days, snowball fights, and snowmen. Whether or not you are a fan of winter, it's holiday time, and there are plenty of things to do when you're bundled up and the grandkids are around. Here are some local choices to help warm up the holiday season.
Astronomy: Fun and Educational for All Ages, Through the Ages
Humankind has been looking up at the night sky forever in awe and wonder. The earliest records of this date back thousands of years — Cave drawings have been found showing constellations, to which some cultures gave names of gods and animals. Others used the movement of the sun and stars to determine when to plant and when to harvest. At the same time, astronomers were asking questions about the nighttime sky — especially, “What’s out there?”
Take Back Your Life!
I will never forget the moment when I began to preach to an empty room when we recorded the 2020 Easter sermon. It was surreal! Everything was changing for the next few months — so we thought! However, the global pandemic continues to impact our lives, and we continue to learn how to survive and thrive with each a new challenge.
Veterans Continue To Give to the Community
While on active duty, our military men and women dedicate their lives to protecting and preserving our country, often in faraway lands, or at least isolated on military bases. For many, service to their country doesn't stop once they are discharged — they continue to serve locally, giving them a chance to meet the citizens they serve, and giving those citizens a glimpse into life in the military. Following are just two examples.
Life in the Rolling Countryside
Wellness, Comfort, and Endless Possibilities! The Lutheran Home at Topton, located within the rolling countryside of Berks County, is a community filled with activity and connections. We provide countless ways to lead a healthy, fulfilling lifestyle. Life at our community offers generous opportunities to enjoy friendships, improve your health, and nurture your passions. Our cheerful and sophisticated residents enjoy a variety of well-designed homes and a lifestyle that is truly worry-free.
Masters of Mirth, Gurus of Guffaws
Wouldn't it be nice if our problems could be solved in 30 minutes? Or we could have the perfect children or spouse? Television allows us to spend a few moments spying on families that are just like ours — or, thankfully, not like ours!