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Learning Origami: Art Through Paper Folding
Trivia: Which U.S. city is known as the “Mile-High City” due to its elevation?
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December 27, 2025
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Learning Origami: Art Through Paper Folding
Origami, the traditional Japanese art of paper folding, is much more than a creative pastime—it’s a calming, mentally engaging practice that turns a simple sheet of paper into something beautiful. Whether it’s a graceful crane, a blooming flower, or a playful animal, origami offers a satisfying blend of artistry, patience, and focus that appeals to all ages.
One of origami’s greatest strengths is its accessibility. All you need is paper—no special tools, no expensive supplies. This makes it an ideal creative hobby for people looking to explore something new without a steep learning curve or financial investment. Beginners can start with simple shapes and gradually work toward more intricate designs, building confidence along the way.
Origami is also a wonderful exercise for the brain. Following folding sequences helps improve memory, concentration, and spatial reasoning. For older adults especially, these mental benefits can be just as valuable as the creative joy. The repetitive, mindful nature of folding can be deeply relaxing, offering a gentle break from daily worries while keeping the mind active.
There are emotional benefits too. Completing an origami figure creates a sense of accomplishment and pride. Many people find joy in gifting their folded creations to friends, family, or grandchildren, turning a quiet solo activity into a shared experience. Others enjoy decorating their homes with seasonal or themed origami displays, adding a personal and handmade touch.
Origami can also be a social activity. Community centers, libraries, and hobby groups often host folding workshops where participants learn together, share tips, and enjoy conversation. Even folding along with instructional videos can feel like a shared experience, connecting people across generations and cultures.
Perhaps most importantly, origami reminds us that beauty doesn’t require complexity. From a single square of paper comes something meaningful, shaped by time, care, and intention. In a fast-paced world, origami invites us to slow down, use our hands, and rediscover the simple pleasure of creating something from scratch.
Whether you’re curious to try your first fold or returning to a childhood hobby, origami offers a peaceful, rewarding way to express creativity—one fold at a time.
Have you ever tried origami? |
Yesterday’s Poll Results: Which of these do you focus on most to support your bone health?
These results show that staying active is front of mind for many readers when it comes to bone health, with regular walking and strength exercises clearly leading the way. While calcium, vitamin D, and balanced nutrition still matter, they’re taking a back seat to movement as the most trusted strategy. It’s also notable that a smaller group is thinking proactively about fall prevention and balance—an important reminder that bone health is about protecting what you have, not just building it.
TOP COMMENTS
“I walk or hike daily and do strength exercises twice weekly.”
“In my 60’s, I’ve had osteoporosis for over a decade. Walking, fitness, diet are all important to me! Take prescribed medications, calcium +D, magnesium are in my daily routine. Taking care of my bone health has improved my overall health and wellness!”
“Calcium and vitamin D are in my vitamin routine, I am changing my lifestyle as a New Year resolution (although I have begun now) with the others on the list. I already work at preventing falls and work on my balance. Fortunately, I have strong bones. A tip: don't take iron with calcium, calcium slows down the absorption of iron. I take my iron later in the day and the calcium in the morning.”
“I was told I have osteopenia. I’m not vey strong so I’m working on strengthening muscles to keep bones healthy too.”
“Consistent exercise, daily supplements, and a healthy diet. Nothing extravagant or over the top. I’ve also realized the importance of being aware of balance.”
“Actually, I take calcium with vitamin D, have infusions annually to strengthen bones, try to eat a healthy, balanced diet, walk outside daily unless weather does not permit. I do not want to become a couch potato but do enjoy reading and watching tv evenings. I have sheets of exercises, including bone strengthening ones from PT.”
“All of it. I also remind myself to pay attention to my posture as my mom and grandmother both hunched over as they aged.”
“All of them especially exercising. Try to do SilverSneakers classes 5 to 6 days a week. Would like to get off monthly medication if possible.”
“I exercise and get enough calcium and vitamin D so my focus is trying to get enough of the other nutrients (such as magnesium and vitamin K)that are so vital for healthy bones. I would rather get the nutrients from food as opposed to a supplement so I do my best to eat a variety of foods. ”
“I do all of these. I want to be able to active as long as I can.”
Tell Your Story Now — Why Your Life Narrative Matters
There’s enormous value in recording the story of your life while you’re well and active, rather than waiting until later or leaving it too late. Reflecting on your experiences helps you make sense of the joys, struggles, and defining moments that shaped who you are, and sharing those stories creates a lasting legacy for family, friends, and future generations. It can deepen your understanding of your own life — reframing assumptions, offering opportunities for forgiveness, and highlighting both challenges and triumphs that deserve recognition. Starting doesn’t require a full autobiography; you can begin anywhere meaningful — a memory, a scene, a lesson — and let your life’s narrative unfold from there, capturing texture, emotion, and insight that only you can tell.
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Phrase: Fresh air moment
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In a sentence: “After a busy morning of appointments, our afternoon walk in the park felt like a true fresh air moment, helping us slow down, reset, and enjoy the day again.”
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Wildfire-Stricken Spanish Town Hits Christmas Lottery Jackpot
In an extraordinary stroke of fortune, the town of La Bañeza in northern Spain — devastated earlier in the year by catastrophic wildfires that scorched thousands of acres and displaced many residents — has seen its luck change dramatically with a massive win in the national El Gordo Christmas lottery. Community members pooled their lottery numbers and ended up winning hundreds of millions of euros in prizes, giving local families much-needed financial relief after a difficult year marked by loss and disruption. The windfall is expected to be shared broadly among residents, offering everything from help repairing damaged homes to support for everyday needs, and has been described by the town’s mayor as “something that has fallen from the heavens” after so much hardship. This uplifting turn of events highlights how unexpected good fortune can bring joy, hope, and a fresh start to communities still recovering from disaster.
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