Shooting sports have become increasingly popular among women, offering an empowering avenue for self-defense, recreation, and competition. However, the mental aspect of shooting is often overlooked, and nervousness can be a significant hurdle for many shooters (both male and female). In this article, we will explore mental strategies tailored to help shooters manage anxiety and […]
Is dangerous wildlife lurking in your garden? First, you should know, that all dangers in the garden can be alleviated or dealt with and gardening of any kind, should not be scary. You should enjoy it. We all have different ideas of what gardening looks like, depending on where you live, what you were exposed to as […]
Safer Workplace Day The National SAFER Workplace Day is based on the acronym, S.A.F.E.R., which stands for Stop, Assess, Formulate, Execute, and Review. These five steps are designed to help companies identify and address safety concerns and risks at work. Employees have an expectation of safety in the workplace and employers are required to provide […]
It’s a warm sunny day. Maybe you’ve been working in the yard, finished exercising or having a fun day at the pool or beach. You’re feeling parched. Make sure you reach for a tall glass of water. You are already beginning to feel the signs of dehydration. Some other factors that can contribute to dehydration […]
Summer is here, and so are the mosquitoes! Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance; they are vectors for a range of diseases that can pose significant health risks. They pose significant health risks to humans and animals, cause considerable annoyance, and can have economic impacts on affected regions. Therefore, it is crucial to take proactive measures […]
Hearing loss is frustrating and isolating and can rob people of simple pleasures like conversations with family and friends and listening to music. I want to talk to you about hearing loss, because I have profound hearing loss; and while I am forever grateful for the gift of hearing aids, I still struggle to hear […]
When I was a kid, our goal was to be outside. There weren’t video games, smart phones or cable TV channels. As a matter of fact, we only had 5 TV channels and after they had squiggly lines running through them. In the summertime, after breakfast we were outside. The rules our parents gave us […]
Did you know May 17th was National Walk Safely to School Day? For many children, walking to school is a rite of passage, but it can also present safety challenges, especially when it comes to encountering strangers. Parents should accompany younger children on their route to school until they’re confident in their ability to navigate […]
Even though April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the National Safety Council wants you to prioritize roadway safety and keep each other safe on the road all the time. In an era where smartphones are ubiquitous, the temptation to stay connected at all times is a challenge and for many of us the temptation […]
As an author, I strive to write page-turning thrillers with killer twist endings, but I also try to feature a social cause in each of my books. I find the research to be enlightening, but at times, disturbing. Human Trafficking is a Disgusting Real Thing Happening Near You In my third novel, Shades of Silence, my […]
