Stories and Photos of Our Lives Together
This page brings it all together: stories, photos, events, and other news of note. It’s essentially a community “blog”, designed to evolve and expand to be interesting and helpful. Now our shared focus is on COVID-19, and especially the silver linings sparkling through during these challenging times.
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Mental and Behavioral Health Resources
Mental and Behavioral Health Help Centers* Please call 911 in case of emergency. A selection of help and crisis lines. *Stress and coping during COVID-19: National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). *National Suicid [...]
Monday’s Menu: Indian-Spiced Lentils with Spinach and Rhubarb
Indian-Spiced Lentils with Spinach and Rhubarb From the Vegetarian Times Editors In anticipation of enjoying more local, seasonal harvests, this recipe celebrates spinach and rhubarb. YUM! From the editors of Vegetarian Times: [...]
Please Don’t Squash the Turtles! (2022)
Please Don't Squash the Turtles! contributed by Catherine Greenleaf The ladies are back! Female Painted Turtles and Snapping Turtles, that is, and they are crossing the roads all over the Upper Valley to lay their eggs in a sunny [...]
CCL Weekly Update 5/19/22
CCL Weekly Update – 5/19/22 Spring has finally sprung … With spring finally having sprung, along come the allergies and, yes, more blossoming Covid. The Parish Nurses and Emergency Response teams are keeping us updated with ou [...]
Covid Testing Resources – Wellness Wednesday
Covid Testing Resources There are many organizations that support individuals and communities either at a local or national level. Once per month, for Wellness Wednesday, we will share one of these well-respected organizations i [...]
Monday’s Menu: Pineapple Spinach Smoothie
Pineapple Spinach Smoothie From Meggan Hill of CulinaryHill.com I love pizza. Specifically, I love pineapples and spinach on my pizza. I do realize pizza may not be the most healthy way to enjoy spinach and pineapple. I've been [...]
CCL Weekly Update: 5/12/22
CCL Weekly Update – 5/12/22 Celebrations of Spring… When the community comes together in collaboration wonderful things happen. This was proven last weekend in Lyme's Day of Service and Green Up Day. Read more about it and see [...]
May 2022 Day of Service
A Perfect Day for Lyme’s Day of Service! On Saturday, May 7, 2022, over 140 people participated in Lyme’s annual Day of Service. We started the day with neighbors and volunteers at our Grab & Go Brunch at The Lyme School. Tha [...]
5 Tips on Preventing Falls From A Physical Therapist – Wellness Wednesday
5 Tips on Preventing Falls From A Physical Therapist Submitted by Angela Lacey, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist at Sustaining Solutions Physical Therapy Pllc Did you know that many people believe that falls are a normal part of the [...]
Monday’s Menu: Lavender Lemonade
Lavender Lemonade From Elise Bauer of SimplyRecipes.com "Lavender Lemonade"- A refreshing drink to enjoy along with today's perfect weather! With just the right amount of lavender you'll enjoy floral notes alongside a tradition [...]
CCL Weekly Update 5/5/22
CCL Weekly Update – 5/5/22 May the Fourth… When the community comes together in collaboration wonderful things happen. Last night, CommunityCare of Lyme had the privilege of co-hosting “Star Wars” Day with Converse Free Library. [...]
Lyme Pickleball – Wellness Wednesday
Lyme Pickleball Submitted by Lynne Parshall to the Lyme Listserv on April 24, 2022 As of May 1st, we are playing outdoors. The process is new, and different, and while I am happy to answer questions, I will not be sending out w [...]
Those Guys Tent Rentals 2022
Those Guys Tent Rentals Raising Funds for Community Organizations Those Guys will once again be renting their tents for this coming outdoor season. As always, funds raised through this effort are distributed to community organizat [...]
Monday’s Menu: Glass Noodle Salad Bowls from vnutritionandwellness.com
Glass Noodle Salad Bowl From Mary Ellen Valverde of VNutrition With the weekend's beautiful spring weather I find myself craving lighter yet more flavorful food. As usual I've been seeking things that are quick and easy to make [...]
CCL Weekly Update 4/28/22
CCL Weekly Update – 4/28/22 Reflecting on last evening’s Stress Reduction gathering … As I get going this (another) dreary morning, I am reflecting on the "Stress Awareness Month" Zoom gathering last evening, featuring Dr. Sam [...]
Shopping Small and Local – Wellness Wednesday
Shopping Small and Local Submitted by Meggan Wehmeyer Owner, Farmer's Body Let's talk shopping local! We’re all about supporting small businesses (especially women-owned businesses) at Farmer’s Body, a bath and body care company [...]