Colon Cancer in Younger Adults: Know the Risks

It may be hard to believe that colon cancer could develop in your 20s, 30s or 40s — but the risks are real. In 2020, the death of actor Chadwick Boseman at age 43 from colon cancer underscored the threat of colon cancer to younger adults. With colon cancer increasing in younger adults, it’s important to...

Gardening in Texas

Hey Sweet Lifers! I love to plant seeds and watch them grow and share my knowledge about herbs, flowers and of course, veggies with anyone who will listen. I have a pretty patch of veggies, flowers and herbs going year round and that is one of the best parts about living in Texas. We can grow all year long...

Don’t Delay Primary Care Visits

Delaying primary care visits can put your health at risk. It’s important to prioritize primary care visits even when you’re busy juggling other responsibilities in life. And with cold and flu season here, taking steps to stay healthy and prevent the spread of illness can give you and your family peace of...

Great Values in Red Wines

Winter is red wine season.  On a cold night, it is hard to beat a burger, roasted chicken or a steak with a perfectly matched red wine.  Here are some winners in all price ranges selected from several hundred red wines I have tasted over the last three months. CABERNETS Brandlin Estate Cabernet...

Living the Sweet Life: What is LOVE and the Meaning of LIFE

Hey Sweet Lifers! What is this thing called love? Over the years countless sonnets, stories and songs have been written on the subject and through searching for the answer to the question of love, yet another answer most profound reveals itself. The answer to the question, “What is the meaning of...

Love and Madness

It’s Valentine’s Day my friends, and as Tina would say, “What’s love got to do with it?” Well, an awful lot if you forget February 14th because my beaus, you will be sorely lacking in the love category if Saint Valentine sails by without the appropriate amount of fanfare.  So, gentlemen, consider...