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Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC): What It Does and How to Get One
A veteran health identification card (VHIC) is the free photo ID the Department of Veterans Affairs issues to veterans enrolled in VA health care. You use it to check in at VA appointments, to prove v...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month: How to Prepare for your Mammogram
The month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know Breast Cancer affects 1 in 8 women in the U.S. every year? Throughout the year you’ll see people wear or display a pink ribbon. The ...
The Old Man and the UFC...Thanks and Apologies to Hemingway
We’ve all seen the ads on Instagram. Sign up for a free class at your local UFC Gym. I finally clicked the link and signed up at my local gym, UFC Rocklin here in Northern California. It was both eye-...
One Pot Protein Packed Taco Mac
Even though we're more than halfway through the year, I'm still working on those resolutions I had planned for 2026. One thing I promised to focus on this year was getting in more protein! This meal d...
How My Weight Loss Journey with Trinity Meds Is Going So Far
I wanted to share an honest update on how things have been going since starting my weight loss shots. Before I made the decision to try a GLP-1/GIP, I truly felt like I had tried everything the natura...
Cat Heart Health
Military life teaches you to live with change. New duty stations. New routines. New rhythms every few years. In the middle of all that transition, our cats become part of the emotional anchor of home....
Mental Health Awareness Month!
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. If there is anything I have learned over the last few years, it is the utter most importance of one’s mental health. If I do only one thing for the month of May, ...
Get Centered and Aligned: The Joys of Yoga
Yoga – it’s not just a fad, it’s a lifestyle! This ancient practice is taking the world by storm, and for good reason. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or brand new to the mat, the benefits of yoga are ...
How to Be More Mindful and Less Stressed This Year
We are getting back into the swing of things after all of the holiday “stuff”, and that means the stress is slowly building again. School Activities…Work Tasks…Military Chaos…Life Happenings…and every...
Boost Your Vitamin D Levels this Winter!
The winter months can be long, cold and draining. During the spring and summer, you get plenty of exposure to the sunlight which is a great source of Vitamin D. However, once winter hits your sunny da...
Kickstart Your Resolutions with a New Set of Kicks!
New Year, New Plans! This year, I decided to put my best foot forward and grab a brand new pair of shoes to help me reach my fitness goals from my favorite place to shop, Dick’s Sporting Goods! So, wh...
New Year, Easier Healthy Habits with Lean Cuisine
The start of a new year is the perfect time to reset routines and build healthier habits, but that doesn’t mean meals need to be complicated. Lean Cuisine® makes it easier to stay on track with balanc...
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Fall is upon us, and that means cooler temperatures, fall foliage, a new season of The Great British Bake Off, and lots and lots of pumpkins. That also means it’s baking season! If you’re anything like me, you scour every source you can to find fun and new pumpkin recipes. Apple cider donuts? Yes, please. Cinnamon rolls? I’ll take two. Coffee cake? You had me at struesel. This is the time of year ...
8 VA Special Claims and Benefits Veterans May Qualify For Beyond Disability Pay
Most veterans with a service-connected disability focus on getting their rating right. That makes sense because your rating plays a major role in determining your monthly disability compensation.But your rating doesn't necessarily cover every expense or limitation caused by your condition.Certain service-connected disabilities may also qualify you for additional monthly compensation, vehicle assis...
My Dog Mom Non-Negotiables
If you have dogs, you already know they somehow become part of literally every part of your routine. You wake up and they’re there. You’re making breakfast and they’re staring at you. You try to leave the house and suddenly everyone needs attention right now. Quite frankly I wouldn’t have it any other way.I feel like there are so many conversations around being a “good dog parent” that make it see...
