Sitting–the new smoking?

A recent article in the newspaper announced that, according to researchers, sitting is the new smoking? Huh? The sub-title explains: “Sedentary behavior raises health risks.” And don’t I know it! (Although I do think the health risks from smoking far outweigh those from sitting.) I am writing this while standing, and hope that my knees … Continue reading Sitting–the new smoking?

Review of Pride and Prejudice

Book Review of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen © 1813 I read this book under such lovely circumstances: a week holiday to Grande Prairie at my sister-in-law’s invitation, with plenty of time to myself, especially on the 11+ hour bus rides. I am still on the bus going back. The bus lost all but … Continue reading Review of Pride and Prejudice