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  I was born in a blizzard in the middle of February in northern New England. February to me is a month blanketed by snow, by white. But there are more colors to February if one cares to look. White , of course. The hush of snow. The blank page. The breath before a kiss. February begins in silence — frost on the window, milk in the sky, the quiet dignity of winter’s last stand. Red , inevitably. Valentine’s Day doesn’t ask permission. It arrives with roses, heart-shaped boxes, and the blush of risk. Red is love, yes — but also blood, courage, and the fire that keeps us warm. Blue , presidential and proud. President’s Day brings out the bunting — stars and stripes, speeches and stovepipe hats. It’s the blue of history, of ink on parchment, of cold truth and civic hope. Pink , the color of candy and compromise. Not quite red, not quite white — pink is the giggle in the grocery aisle, the card from your aunt, the lipstick you almost wore. Gray , the color of waiting. Fe...

  Noa available as an audiobook:  You're Not Too Old, and It's Not Too Late  by Ilene Berns-Zare. Ranking on Amazon:  #32 in aging parents, #63 in hot new releases/midlife, #71 in hot new releases/aging, #82 in aging self-help, and #101 in midlife self-help. Book Description Designed as an accessible 52-week companion, this inspiring guide invites Baby Boomers and Gen Xers to reimagine aging with confidence, vitality, and purpose. Drawing on research-informed tools and practical reflections, it encourages readers to tap into inner strengths, embrace meaningful shifts, and discover everyday “ah-ha” moments that spark renewal. Whether you seek greater wellbeing, deeper meaning, or renewed fulfillment from midlife through older adulthood, this uplifting resource reminds us that aging well is an active journey—and that the best chapters may still lie ahead. Keywords: midlife transformation; aging with purpose; positive aging book; Baby Boomer wellness; Gen X wellbeing; 5...

  Today's publisher's pride is  RV Oopsies   by Larry MacDonald, which reached  #35 in travel humor, #54 in hospitality, travel & tourism, and #129 in business & professional humor.  (This book has been in the Amazon top 100 nearly every month since its release.) Book Description:  101 Hilarious (and Painful) Lessons from Real-Life RV Mishaps Every year, thousands of people hit the road in their RVs chasing freedom, fun, and the great outdoors—but even the best adventures come with their fair share of epic fails. From backing into trees and bending jack stands to the infamous black tank blunders, RV life is full of surprises… and not all of them are good ones. For over a decade, author [Name] has asked fellow RVers one simple question:  “What’s the dumbest thing you’ve done while RVing?”  The answers? Outrageous, laugh-out-loud funny, and surprisingly educational. RV Oopsies  gathers  101 true stories of RV mistakes, misadventure...

Bear, Moo, Pancho, and Simba   Recently, Pancho, one of our new little kittens, left a surprise in the litterbox: blood. What was going on? He and his brother Simba had been served breakfast together (same food) with the older cats, figuring they were ready to graduate to big-boy status. They were not, and his stomach rebelled.  Why sudden diet changes can cause chaos in the litter box Cats don’t like surprises — especially in their food bowl. A sudden switch, even to a high‑quality food, can leave a cat’s stomach saying, “Whoa, what was that?” Why it happens Cats have sensitive digestive systems. A new food means: Different proteins Different fat levels Different moisture Different texture Different additives or supplements Even one unexpected meal can trigger: Loose stool Mucus A streak of blood from irritation Urgency (not making it fully into the box) A very offended expression How to avoid the chaos If you want to change foods, do it gradually: Days ...