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Volume 22 Issue 2, February 2025   What's New in February?  Besides having some cold weather—for Florida, anyway—I’ve been busy planning for new flowers. I snagged a pot of daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, and crocus for the front porch. Those are my all time favorite flowers from “up north”, so it’s a pleasure to see them in a pot exploding with color. The next treasure was a container of red petunias that were sadly under watered. They are now bright and perky on the front porch. I will pick up my usual purple petunia hanging baskets this week.   In addition, the bird...

Creative and Fun Ideas for Using Sticky Notes and Stickers Sticky notes and stickers are nifty ways to stay organized and write yourself reminders, but there are also a million other ideas about how these tiny pieces of paper can bring smiles and enjoyment to life.  Productivity & Organization Daily To-Do Lists: Write one task per note and stick them on a whiteboard or desk. Remove them as you complete tasks. Goal Tracking: Use a wall for tracking weekly or monthly goals with a color-coded system. Priority Matrix: Arrange tasks by importance and urgency on a grid. Brainstorming: Jot down...

Yoga Poses (Asanas) Trivia Questions  How many of these yoga poses trivia questions can you answer? Test your yoga knowledge now. Question: What is the Sanskrit name for the Downward-Facing Dog pose? Question: Which yoga pose, known as Vrikshasana in Sanskrit, is designed to improve balance and focus? Question: What is the primary physical benefit of the Warrior II pose, or Virabhadrasana II? Question: Balasana, often used as a resting pose, is more commonly referred to as what? Question: Which yoga pose, known in Sanskrit as Tadasana, is considered the foundational standing pose? Question: The Sanskrit name for Cobra Pose,...

The Art of Writing Handwritten Notes in a Digital World In an era where instant messaging, email, and social media dominate our communication, the charm of handwritten notes might seem like a relic of the past. However, this seemingly old-fashioned practice has experienced a resurgence as people rediscover its unique significance and impact. Handwritten notes offer a personal touch that technology simply cannot replicate, making them a timeless and meaningful form of connection. The Unique Charm of Handwritten Notes There is something undeniably special about receiving a handwritten note or letter. The sight of familiar handwriting, the texture of the...

The Art of Handwritten Notes: Why Greeting Cards Make a Difference In an age where emails, texts, and emojis dominate our communication, the art of handwritten notes has become a rare and cherished gesture. There’s something undeniably special about receiving a tangible, thoughtfully written greeting card in the mail. It’s more than just a piece of paper—it’s a heartfelt message that bridges the gap between people, no matter the distance. Here’s why greeting cards, with their handwritten touch, make such a profound difference: 1. They Show Effort and Thoughtfulness Taking the time to pick out a greeting card, write a...