Health

Today was my sister Tonya's birthday. This is my reflection on what a gift she has been and how our sibling and friend relationships are truly priceless.

After I sent the extra stuff packing, I felt rather liberated. We don't realize the psychic energy we have attached to all of the things we own.

It's always been simple to order a vegetarian meal off of the menu. The difference is simply that they've added two new permanent items to the menu.

The children of firefighters lost in the 9-11 attacks graduate from FDNY training.

You may not even want to touch them. The CDC said "a total of 127 people infected with the outbreak strains of Salmonella have been reported from 33 states."

For some people "a sad song, film, or other piece of art may provide a unique kind of catharsis is it holds a special place in a person's heart."

It's a type of self-therapy. I love what Nancy Mairs said: "I will write myself into well-being."

There are several things that should never be plugged into a multi-strip outlet or extension cord, and they should go directly into the wall instead. Do you know what they are?

Rushing around like a maniac leads to feeling frazzled all day. Our moods aren't as good, our work isn't as good...and even food isn't as good. Slow down.

You get extra points for not caring what anyone else thinks and EVEN MORE points if you do it in front of your neighbors. ;)

Tomorrow's the big day: The Return of the Great Pumpkin Spice Latte, Charlie Brown. Ah, but there's also a new option arriving at this pumpkin-spiced party.

Dr. Jose Medina-Inojosa says "getting a dog, either adopting, rescuing, or buying it, might help your cardiovascular health and help you have a healthier life."