Nature’s Way: Birding on Mt. Lemmon in September

Gerald Tietje There are wonderful birding opportunities in the desert ecosystem surrounding SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR), but different species of birds are found at different elevations, so birding on Mt. Lemmon provides an opportunity to see many different species of birds. Mt. Lemmon rises to 9,157 feet in elevation, the tallest peak in the Santa Catalina…

Word of the Month: Corrival

David Zapatka Longtime friend, wordsmith, and fellow verbivore Bill Lewis recently sent me a summary of the Missouri State Games table tennis results where he presides as the grand master tournament director. He writes, “In a Johnny Quest race for first place in the Under 2100 division, there were 12 hardy corrivals.” Corrival—cor·ri·val noun 1:…

Savor Retirement: The Real Secrets to Savoring Retirement

Tim Malone Savoring retirement isn’t just about having enough money—it’s about embracing a new chapter with intention, joy, and purpose. A happy retirement isn’t just about having enough money—it’s about savoring life, staying engaged, and finding joy in everyday moments. “Retirement is not the end of the road. It is the beginning of the open…

Scammers Exploit Emotions: How Older Adults Can Stay a Step Ahead

R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Scammers don’t need to be smart—they just need to be good at manipulating emotions. Whether it’s fear, greed, loneliness, or even compassion, fraudsters are experts at pressing the right emotional buttons to override logic and rush victims into poor decisions. Older adults are often prime targets. These scams are…

Understanding Fear

Suzanne Marlatt Stewart We live in uncertain times. Every day can bring new challenges. There is a lot of “what if” right now. You may be feeling out of sorts and not know why. It may be admitting you are unconsciously burying your emotion of fear. Fear limits us in many ways: * Loss of…