Stories and Photos of Our Lives Together
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Safety on the water – Wellness Wednesday
Safety on the water Information from the NH Steward of the Connecticut River Conservancy, American Red Cross, Healthy Swimming Mapper and National Weather Service The weekend forecast looks promising (fingers crossed) for warm, [...]
A Social Summer – Wellness Wednesday
A Social Summer In case you've missed previous Wellness Wednesday posts on the importance of "social fitness" you can review them here: The Harvard Study: 85 years exploring what makes us happy Considering “Social Fitness” Healt [...]
Monday’s Menu: Minted Wild Rice Salad
MINTED WILD RICE SALAD Recipe shared to the Lyme Listserv by Michael Whitman, originally shared by Sharon Pickett We never tire of this recipe from long-ago Lyme resident Sharon Pickett — MINTED WILD RICE SALAD 2/3 cup wild rice [...]
Poem – Girl Riding a Horse in a Field of Sunflowers by David Allan Evans
Timely Poems, Selected by Stephanie Carney Girl Riding a Horse in a Field of Sunflowers by David Allan Evans Sitting perfectly upright, contented and pensive, she holds in one hand, loosely, the reins of summer: the green of tre [...]
“Hike Safe” – Wellness Wednesday
"Hike Safe" Resource submitted by Lyme Fire Department - Jim Mason and Henry Stokes This week, volunteers with the Lyme Fire Department have shared a resource from the NH Fish & Game Department called "Hike Safe". "Hike Safe [...]
Monday’s Menu: Barley Rosemary Strawberry Shortcakes and Coconut Whipped Cream
Barley Rosemary Strawberry Shortcakes and Coconut Whipped Cream From Rebekah Waters of onegreenplanet.org (June 14, 2017). For a light summer dessert that's sweet, but not too sweet try these refreshing Barley Rosemary Strawberr [...]
Beat the Heat! – Wellness Wednesday
Beat the Heat! Updated June 2023 Cool wishes during the warm summer months! Here are some reminders about coping with this heat. Staying well hydrated and cool is important. Please check the list below, and contact us if there' [...]
Fitness & Nutrition Apps – Wellness Wednesday
Fitness & Nutrition Apps: Feel Your Best This Summer By Shelby Wood, with contributions from CCL staff and community members Despite the stormy weather, summer is officially here! If you're looking to feel your best, there [...]
Monday’s Menu: Caramelized Onion Tart
Caramelized Onion Tart From bxmij of Plant Based And Vegan (May 2, 2023) Looking to try something different for lunch? How about a savory tart! Give folks at your next potluck something to talk about with the Caramelized Onion T [...]
Poem – Waiting by Leza Lowitz
Timely Poems, Selected by Stephanie Carney Waiting by Leza Lowitz You keep waiting for something to happen, the thing that lifts you out of yourself, catapults you into doing all the things you’ve put off the great things you’re [...]
PRIDE Month – June 2023
PRIDE Month Celebration, Education, and Love for All Compiled by Grace Tecca – * Updated on 6/23/23 * We invite you to join us in exploring readings, discussions, art, performances, and celebrations across many media and in-perso [...]
Poem – Solstice by Jane Hirshfield
Timely Poems, Selected by Stephanie Carney Solstice by Jane Hirshfield The Earth today tilts one way, then another. And yes, though all things change, this night again will watch its fireflies, then go in to a bed with sheets, [...]
Monday’s Menu: Cabbage Hash Browns
Cabbage Hash Browns From Lisa MarcAurele of lowcarbyum.com (July 5, 2022) MarcAurele states, "It's so crispy and salty that you won't miss the potatoes at all." If you're looking for a keto friendly option to keep your taste bud [...]
Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga – Wellness Wednesday
Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga Submitted by Jill Cray, Remedy Yoga "Yoga is a great physical practice for your mind and body. And so is stand-up paddleboarding. It was only a matter of time before some genius (and we aren’t quite s [...]
Silver Sneakers – Wellness Wednesday
SilverSneakers: Fitness & Wellness for Ages 65+ 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 we [...]
