Updates From Ruby Hawk: June 2012

Saturday, June 30, 2012

Write If You Want to be a Writer | Writinghood

Many people say, "I want to be a writer when I have more time." But they never have time. If you really want to be a writer, you must write. It will be a challenge but it’s worth it. You are unique. Nobody else in the world can arrange words on paper the way you can. You will be rushed. There will never be time enough so don’t wait for time. Just do it. Sit down and write.

Friday, June 29, 2012

New Research on Autism | Healthmad

Autism is becoming more prevalent in the United States. Three independent research groups of scientists have come up with some news that might give a clue to why. They found that older parents are more apt to have an autistic baby due to rare gene mutations. Researchers will have a foundation now to stand on. Further research looks promising.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Save Money on Prescriptions | Healthmad

Prescriptions are high ticket items but there are ways to cut costs. Online websites are available to compare prescription prices, and pharmaceutical company websites offer discount coupons to those without insurance. People who are covered by insurance can often receive a card or coupons to lower co pays. We can save money if we do our homework.

Arthritis Pain and Treatment

Sunday, June 24, 2012

Growing Food to Eat | Gomestic

Gardening can’t be beat for providing fresh healthy food for the family. Fresh salad and vegetables found in the grocery store are pricey at best, and are often sprayed with poisons and who knows what else before it gets to your table. Cities are also allotting community gardens to residents who have little opportunity to buy fresh vegetables. Backyard gardens are coming back. Not many years ago almost everyone who had a backyard, had a backyard garden, then, I suppose there was more money in the family and gardening stopped. Now, even president Obama has a garden in his backyard.

Saturday, June 23, 2012

Ferrol Sams, Author | Writinghood

Everyone who reads Ferrol Sam’s books knows what an excellent writer he is. I read the first book he published "Run With the Horseman" many years ago and I still remember it. He is one of the best southern writers and my favorite. He studied at Mercer and was a doctor until retiring five years ago. As a writer and a Georgia boy, Ferrol Sams is down to earth and one of the people. There will never be another Ferrol Sams.

Thursday, June 21, 2012

How to Seek Your Bliss | Quazen

All humans seek happiness and bliss. It’s worth while to boost our levels of the mood regulating chemical serotonin and live the lifestyle that makes bliss and happiness possible. Diet, sunshine and the right exercise can get us out of a rut and set us on the right path.

Make Your Marriage Stronger | BeyondJane

Make Your Marriage Stronger | BeyondJane

Connecting with your spouse every day will keep your marriage thriving. No matter how much havoc is in your life you can’t afford to miss this opportunity for a happy marriage. One reason partners lose touch is because each has different activities they enjoy pursuing. Don’t fall into that trap. To reconnect on the weekend, each one of you choose an activity to do together. It will give each partner a chance to talk about what is important to you. it will also open up conversation on other topics.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Patients Beware of Medical Errors | Socyberty

In general, we hold our doctors in awe. We look up to them and trust them with our families health. Even so, physicians do make mistakes. In serious health issues, a second and third opinion is appropriate. Mistakes can be found in the doctors office just as surely as in the general population.The medical profession has come a long way in the last fifty years and we can be thankful. Most of the old fashioned treatments were based on complacency, ignorance and lack of progress.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

The Book That Spawned a War | Socyberty

Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote the book that woke up slave owners to the suffering of the blacks they owned. She pictured them as family units who suffered and loved each other, rather than field hands, servants and beasts of burden. Uncle Tom’s Cabin emotional impact on the south was incalculable.

Sunday, June 17, 2012

Diverticular Disease | Healthmad

At one time diverticular disease was thought to be a common part of aging but now studies have shown it is not. Studies have shown that a carbohydrate rich diet with less meat, processed food and dairy will hopefully prevent this painful digestive disease.

Saturday, June 16, 2012

Where Do Your Donations Go | Socyberty

We have so many charities that are popular. We hear about the good work they do from the TV programs when they are asking for donations, We read about their good works in the newspapers, and they must do some good but how much of our donations do they take for themselves. Some of them none and others get the biggest slice of the pie. I believe the top dogs have no right to live better than the people who support them.

Friday, June 15, 2012

Bullying in The Workplace | Socyberty

It’s traumatic going into work every day knowing you will have to deal with a bully. Some people leave jobs because of it. More often, especially in these economic times, employees put up with bullying in order to bring home a pay check. It’s the company leaders who should be responsible and disallow any bullying whatsoever. Often they turn the other way because it’s easier not to deal with it. Every worker deserves to be treated with respect in the workplace. Senior leaders should discourage inappropriate behavior and be prepared to hand out punishment if it should take place. Bullying must not be tolerated under any circumstances.

http://socyberty.com/issues/stop-school-and-cyber-bullying/

Saturday, June 9, 2012

You Can be Happier as You Age | Healthmad

Aging is a given. Everyone will be old one day if they are lucky. Sometimes at a certain age you will be stunned at the number of birthdays you’ve had. But growing older doesn’t mean you can’t be happy. You can be even happier as you age than when you were young. You learn to be more patient and little things don’t upset you. You appreciate your blessings and you have more fun. You can do things you love that you never had time for before. Growing older doesn’t mean your life is over, sometimes it’s a new beginning.

Banks and Overdraft Fees | Bizcovering

Watch out for debit card overdraft fees. The big banks are drawing attention for that very thing. An overdraft of less than a dollar can cost you a fee of $35. Banks are taking in billions of dollars from all over. The reason, overdraft protection. If you sign up for it, keep your eyes on your bank balance. The overdraft protection allows you to make purchases if your balance is zero and you will definitely pay for it.

Friday, June 8, 2012

Is It Really Alzheimer’s Disease | Healthmad

Alzheimer’s Disease is misdiagnosed one out of every three times. It’s tragic for those who have something else entirely, that can often be treated with good results. Alzheimer’s is hard to diagnose. It’s done by ruling out other conditions one by one. Many doctors jump to the wrong conclusion. It’s the patient who loses by having his freedom taken away and suffering needlessly. If you fear your loved one has Alzheimer’s Disease, insist on several doctor’s opinions.

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

We Can Improve The Environment | Quazen

What can we do to reduce our carbon footprint? Will what little bit an individual can do help the environment at all? The answer is yes. Every little bit helps. If every family did what they could to save our planet it would make a tremendous difference.

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

The Cove | Trifter

The Cove is an enjoyable read about people of the southern Appalachian mountains in about the time of World War 11. Ron Rash writes with knowledge of the mountain people with all their good and bad points. They believe in ghosts, witches and marking babies. They are superstitious and bigoted. Brother and sister, Laurel and Hank are shunned and tormented. The suspense builds as Hank plans to marry a local girl, and Laurel meets the mute Walter.

Monday, June 4, 2012

How Stable is Your Airline Pilot | Socyberty

Should we place a larger priority on psychological testing of airline pilots? Some passengers say yes. Mental breakdowns of two experienced pilots in two months has attracted the attention of fliers who must use airlines, and experts who say psychological testing is not nearly rigorous enough to protect passengers from unstable pilots. One pilot says his doctor keeps one set of files for the FFA and another file that is accurate. Should there be more rigorous testing for pilots?

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Maybe You Should Find a New Doctor | Healthmad

How does your doctor measure up. Is he ready and willing to take the time to discuss all your health issues? Does he explain everything in terms you can understand? If you have lost trust in your doctor’s judgement, it’s time to find a new doctor, one who will listen to your concerns and give you a feeling of confidence in his or her ability. A strong patient-doctor relationship is a must for your peace of mind and your good health.

Friday, June 1, 2012

Comfortable Screen Porches | Scienceray

Don’t you just love sitting on a screen porch with a ceiling fan gently stirring up a breeze? Screen porches are perfect for relaxing, eating or visiting with friends. Swing a day bed and sleep there as well. Better swing two, kids will fight over who gets to sleep outside. In the south screen porches are a necessity to keep mosquitoes out. Believe me decks cannot compare to screened porches.