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Trivia: Who wrote To Kill A Mockingbird?
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December 06, 2024
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Happy Friday! Today, we're diving into some simple ways to stay safe at home. Plus, we've got some amazing deals, a cool historical tidbit, and a splash of good news to brighten your day!
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On this day in 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted in Washington State, dramatically altering the landscape and giving volcanologists a unique opportunity to study the effects of a major eruption, which included an ash plume that reached 80,000 feet into the atmosphere and the creation of a massive crater.
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What is your biggest concern when it comes to aging at home? |
4 Simple Tips for Staying Safe At Home
Living in the comfort of your own home as you age is a wonderful goal, but it’s important to make sure your space is safe for you. Here are a few easy ways to stay organized, healthy, and stress-free at home:
Keep Falls at Bay: Falls are a big concern for many aging adults as 1 in 4 seniors experiences a fall each year. Clear the clutter, add grab bars in the bathroom, and ensure your rugs are non-slip. Bonus tip: a Medical Guardian medical alert device with fall detection can give you an added layer of peace of mind in case a fall happens.
Stay Social: Feeling isolated can take a toll on your health. Make time for regular calls or visits with friends and family, check out local activities like book clubs or walking groups, or volunteer in your community to stay connected and engaged.
Organize Medications: Juggling multiple medications can get tricky. Use a pill organizer and set reminders to stay on track. Staying consistent makes a big difference for your health!
Be Ready for Anything: Emergencies happen, but planning ahead can make all the difference. A medical alert system, like Medical Guardian, ensures help is just a button press away whenever you need it.
Making small changes like these can help you feel more secure and keep life running smoothly. Want to learn more about staying safe at home? Click here.
Yesterday’s Poll Results - What’s the best way to enjoy chocolate?
It seems like RetireHub members are traditionalists — a straight up chocolate bar was the runaway winner with over 67% of the vote!
Thanks to the many of you who vote and comment every day.
Our Favorite Comments:
“Any chocolate but dark chocolate can't be beat!”
“I'm addicted to Dove chocolate. ”
“Chocolate variety boxes! 😋 For example Godiva, Lindt, Harry David, etc. You get a new & different sweet little something each time! A nice little treat with your cup of tea.”
“If you’re a real chocolate lover —the flavor of chocolate is wonderful. My favorite is truffle. Harry and David put out a great taste. ”
While we can’t publish them all, we do read and appreciate every comment. Some comments are edited to make room for more contributions.
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How to Achieve a Sophisticated Holiday Glow (And Have Fun)
The holidays are a mixed bag of chips.
For many of you, it is in fact the most wonderful time of the year. You display every holiday decoration imaginable while wearing your reindeer antlers, ugly red Christmas sweater, and bright green holly earrings. Oh, yes, and Bing Crosby is playing in the background.
Others prefer a modified version of the Holidays. You suggest everyone draw a name for gift giving, plan a nice family meal where everyone brings something, and maybe hot chocolate with pumpkin pie to top it all off and call it good.
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Longevity Tip of the Day
End the day's eating by 9 p.m. — Not only is eating late bad for your waistline — sleeping doesn’t exactly burn lots of calories — it also increases the risk of heart disease by 55 percent for men ages 45 to 82, according to a Harvard study.
Slang Phrase of the Day
Phrase: “Bruh”
Meaning: Bro or dude (all three terms are gender-neutral)
In a sentence: “Bruh, you can’t be serious right now.”
Good News of the Day
Spending Time in the Great Outdoors Helps Children with Mental Health Issues, Says New Study
It’s new news; it’s old news; it’s news that can never be repeated too often: spending time in nature reduces emotional distress among troubled 10 to 12-year-olds.
The Canadian researchers behind the new study say their findings suggest that an inexpensive school-based, nature-born program may help the most vulnerable youngsters.
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RetireHub Trivia
Want more trivia? Try our brand new “Nostalgia Trivia Game” on our website! New questions daily!
If you’re a fan of other classic games, you can try any of these below:
In what year was the first iPhone released by Apple? |
Who wrote To Kill a Mockingbird? |
What is the name of the mountain range that separates Europe and Asia? |
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