health

Good Riddance (MM #1745)

Out with the old and in with the new. We say goodbye to 2015. And many, including me are saying good riddance. Last year was a rough one on many levels for me and for many others. But I’ve got my ‘half-full’ glass sitting here and ready ready for a great 2016…

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Eye Doctor Visits (MM #1703)

I’ve had issues with my eyesight throughout the years, but always make sure I keep up with my eye doctor visits. I’m truly amazed at how many people, no matter their age take their eyesight for granted. I had my semi annual check up just the other day…

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Good Health (MM #1603)

We’re told throughout our life that we need do whatever we can to maintain our health. That makes perfect sense; but can good health actually be a bad thing? The answer might surprise you…

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Life’s Real Priorities (MM #1601)

We’re back after posting a few ‘best of’ podcasts. Our absence wasn’t planned, but life got in the way. I was heading out of town but didn’t things to take quite they turn they did. But our few days away from the microphone did remind us of life’s real priorities. And that lesson was an…

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The Best Of: Old Age (MM #1599)

Today, it’s another “best of” podcast, Or you might call it a rerun. I know… saying ‘best of’ is too kind. Today, we’re looking back at a Mason Minute from a little over 2 years ago. Back in 2013 we were coping with getting older. Sadly, we’re still coping with old age. I guess that’s…

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Walking Uphill (MM #1594)

I’ve never been known as a guy who likes exercise, that’s obvious. But even when I want to get some exercise I have to watch out when walking uphill. For some reason I’ve often strained my legs when doing something so simple, even for a short distance…

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Dear Old Dad (MM #1551)

Today is the day that we celebrate dear old dad. It’s Father’s Day, and of course I’m thinking about my dad. But as I get older I worry more about my father every day, because I have to deal with the fact that he’s getting older too. Even if I don’t like it!

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Smoothies (MM #1468)

As we get older it’s gets tougher to diet and keep the weight off. That’s just a fact of life. My wife has started drinking fruit and veggie smoothies as part of her regimen. I hope it works for her, sadly I know it’s not an option for me….

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Clean Hands (MM #1299)

I often wonder how some people function each and every day. There are basic things that we learned when we were young that so many people have problems with…

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Time Heals All (MM #1296)

They say that time heals all wounds… And often applies both figuratively and literally, albeit very slowly…

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