Your Poems

From Jeff Wells who sent us this stunning photo. ‘Here’s our tūī – a baby I photographed last summer in the karamu (Coprosma robusta) right outside my office window.  They love those berries!  (Even when they’re not really ripe).’   Here’s...

Stress relief from laughter? It’s no joke

A good sense of humor can’t cure all ailments, but data is mounting about the positive things laughter can do. Whether you’re guffawing at a sitcom on TV or quietly giggling at a meme on Facebook, laughing does you good. Laughter is a great form of stress...

How Nature Helps Us Heal

A doctor explains why he prescribes time outside to his patients. BY LEIF HASS | OCTOBER 20, 2021 Here’s one silver lining to the pandemic: with gyms, museums, and stores closed, many of us were forced to spend more time outside. I was able to ditch my car and more...

How Dietary Needs Change with Age

Healthy aging entails multiple aspects, among them eating right, exercising regularly and preventing mental decline. Achieving some of these may be easier than others. No matter how well we do our part, nature has a say in all of them, too. While the outward signs of...

12 Of The Best Online Art Classes

All in the UK but they are online, so no worries! If you’re in need of a new creative outlet, an online art class might be just the thing. Whether you want to learn how to use watercolour paints, or are looking for a professional masterclass to take your drawing...