The Bulletin

We know these life changes can be challenging. That’s why we’ve provided a variety of articles specifically written and curated to help you make the best choices for you and your family.

August 25, 2022

Elote and Esquites: Fresh Corn, Less Mess

Elote, aka Mexican street corn, is grilled corn on the cob, smothered in a creamy ...

Mexican esquites served on corn husks with limes and chili powder. Elote – Mexican street corn – is grilled corn on the cob with mayo sauce, chili powder, cheese, and lime. Esquites is the same but in a bowl.

August 24, 2022

Musings on Afterlife, Science and His Wife’s Death

Columnist Robert C. Koehler ponders a panel discussion on consciousness and the afterlife and recalls ...

Grave of the Painter Therese Van Duyl-Schwartze at the Nieuwe Ooster at Amsterdam the Netherlands 2020. By Robert Van ‘t Hoenderdaal, Dreamstime. Columnist Robert C. Koehler ponders a panel discussion on consciousness and the afterlife, and recalls his wife’s death, 22 years earlier.

August 24, 2022

Before You Move, Assess the Risk of Disasters

If you’re planning to relocate, check the weather forecast first, suggests Rivan V. Stinson of ...

flooded street in Chicago - photo by Eugene F, Dreamstime. Before you move, use these tools to assess the risk of disasters, including severe weather and storms, flooding, wildfires, and earthquakes. These tools also help judge your need for flood insurance.

August 23, 2022

Senior Suicide and the New Suicide Hotline

Seniors Guide looks at a serious but often overlooked problem among older adults: senior suicide. ...

depressed senior man. Photo by Amenic181, Dreamstime. Senior suicide is often overlooked. We consider causes, signs, prevention steps, the new suicide hotline, and insurance coverage.

August 23, 2022

Stroke Risk for Women

This overview of stroke risk for women looks at risk factors and suggests ways to ...

August 22, 2022

Funny Games for Game Night

Games are often associated with childhood, but they can benefit people of all ages. They ...

multigenerational family playing charades. Photo by Monkey Business Images, Dreamstime. Try these funny games to experience all the benefits of games: social bonding, active minds, combatting depression, and laughter.

August 22, 2022

Honoring Funeral Wishes – Including Not Having One

A wife is abiding by her late husband’s funeral wishes. However, her in-laws are none ...

grieving widow - photo by Katarzyna Bialasiewicz, Dreamstime. A wife is abiding by her late husband’s funeral wishes, but his family displeased and she feels conflicted. See what Ask Amy advises.

August 19, 2022

6 Nutritional Benefits of Beets That Can’t Be Beat

Beets, a vibrant, earthy root offers important nutritional benefits. The benefits of beets include boosting ...

Benefits of beets (beetroots) include boosting brain, kidney and liver health, improving exercise performance, reducing inflammation, etc.

August 18, 2022

The Importance of Hydration for Seniors

Seniors Guide examines the critical and sometimes-overlooked issue of hydration for seniors. The natural aging ...

woman drinking water outside. Syda Productions, Dreamstime. Natural aging, medications, and dementia increase dehydration issues. SG looks at the problem and offers solutions for hydration for seniors.

August 18, 2022

Shrimp Louie: Bridge Night, Ladies’ Luncheon or Anytime

The classic California salad, Shrimp Louie, may spark entertaining memories, or it may become a ...

A shrimp louie lunchon at the beach, with sparkling water in the back and a plate of the salad, tomatoes, and cucumbers in front, with a martini and white wine - phot by James Blinn, Dreamstime. Shrimp Louie, a classic California salad, may spark memories or become a new favorite. Try this take on the 1950 West Coast recipe.