Hello everyone, and welcome to our August issue! After what seemed to be a short summer and a long cold winter last year, I prayed for a long hot summer this year, and made myself a promise not to complain about the heat if I got my wish. I am loving it! Although, there have been a few days I’ve had to bite my tongue; I still refuse to utter a word of complaint.

When my children were growing up, I always used to LOVE August. I was just as excited to get the kids back to school as I was for them to start their summer break. My kids are way past school age, but there are times I think I miss the preparation of sending them back to school. I always had a blast with the school clothes shopping, the endless list of school supplies, and last but not least, buying just the right backpack!

This year, our four-year old granddaughter is starting preschool and she is so excited, she hardly stops talking about it. It’s the funniest thing though that the two things she is excited about the most are what type of snacks they will have, and which backpack she wants (she wavers between a Tinker Bell or an Ariel backpack). Once she gets to the store and see’s all the choices, she’ll be in backpack heaven and want one for every day of the week! I can’t wait to see what she comes home with!

I do know with absolute certainty that on her first day of preschool, she will have quite an audience sending her off. It will be commemorated with many pictures of her, as this is a really big day and none of us are going to want to miss it.

After all the kids are back in school, things always shift back into a “normal” routine and that was one thing I was always grateful for. It occurred to me though that since our kids are grown and living away from home, my husband and I really don’t have a routine anymore. For those of you who have children, you’ll have to trust me on this, because this really is something to celebrate!

Until next month, I hope all of you enjoy the rest of your summer, and it is my most fervent wish that we can all enjoy a long Indian summer this year.

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Special Notes

We would like to thank the Assisted Living Directory for their help with last month’s Generations column, Help Through Assisted Living. You can visit them at their Web site www.assisted-living-directory.com.

When you hire a housekeeping service, knowing that trustworthy and reliable individuals will be entering your home is important, which is why all of the team members at Maid Parade undergo criminal background checks. This month they are offering a special discount for Women’s Edition readers. See page 5 for details.

Licensed psychologist and certified sex therapist Ruth Morehouse, PH. D has traveled the world over sharing her approaches to marriage and family health. She will be bringing these approaches and more to her Women’s Retreat this October. Early registration rates have been extended. See page 9 for more information.

Do you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease? Johnson Adult Day Program in Englewood provides stimulation for clients and relief for their caregivers, with registered nurses on hand to monitor all participants in activities geared toward individual ability. See page 19 for more information.

Positive Thought of the Month

“Everything in moderation, including moderation.” —Julia Child