Hump day tidbits

Happy Wednesday!

We have a rainy morning in my neighborhood. I am loving the cool summer. Our bank accounts will love the lower utility costs!

I think I have found the perfect breakfast smoothie! You can voice your opinion on the 10th! This one has peanut butter which is my favorite food group.

I spoke with Dr. O'Mally from MSU yesterday. She says her staff will begin calling clients next week. All of you will be getting calls to participate in the satisfaction survey. If you like our program, please let her staff know.

Have a great day and don't forget to give Krystal a call and let her know if you are attending on August 10!

Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Milestone

Did you know Johnye and Bob will be celebrating 40 years of togetherness soon? What an amazing and remarkable feat! I am very proud of you and wish you many more years of happiness! My great aunt and uncle just celebrated 80 (yes, 8-0 years together)! They are Arkansas' longest married couple! 100 years old and going strong! We hope Bob and JOHNYE break their record! Congratulations!

Anyone else celebrating a milestone?

Party time!

Good morning everyone!
Hubby's surgery had been cancelled again! After a few screams and shrieks, I decided to take my own advice. Life gave us lemons so we will make lemonade and have a party! Healthy habits 2 with Janet and Helen will premier at the Center on Saturday, August 10.  I know that is a bad Saturday for some as it conflicts with ACB but this Saturday is just too soon and the 17th is a work day for me!

We have a great menu lined up and new gadgets! How is that for a tease and temptation to attend?

If you live in Central Arkansas sign up by calling Krystal at 501-664-7100 or email me at jford@wsblind.org for reservations and transportation!

Look forward to seeing everyone from Central Arkansas on Saturday, August 10!

Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Happy Monday!

Good morning all,
The weatherman is promising normal temperatures this week. Darn! I really enjoyed the cooler temperatures. I don't believe we have been at 100 this summer and that has been really nice.  We tend to forget how hot Arkansas can be during the summer.

Watermelons have been wonderful this year! If you haven't tried one, please stop by your local market and pick up a slice. They are a great source of natural sugar and a great summer treat!

The news was not remarkable this week. We are still in the summer doldrums so technology is fairly quiet. Science tends to be quiet during the summer which can be attributed to vacations at research labs.

Have a great day!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Sunday morning

Thanks Johnye for sharing.

Subject: Article from Matilda Ziegler Feature Writer 2013 07 22

Ann Chiapetta - Computerized Vest Helps Dogs Talk Imagine you are working your guide dog and it stops, telling you the path before you is blocked. If you are a blind handler, you will know the dog won't go forward even if you tell it to because it uses intelligent disobedience to avoid the obstacle. Even as you trust your dog and proceed to go around the obstacle, you may not know what is in front of you blocking the way. Instead of being led around the unknown obstacle, and perhaps not ever realizing what it could be, you are told by the dog via a computerized voice or text that it is wet cement. Pretty cool, huh? Say hello to a computerized prototype vest for dogs named "Facilitating Interactions for Dogs with Oc'cup'ations", a.k.a. FIDO that is meant to help handlers communicate with their service dogs. According to recent news articles, the device looks like a typical service dog vest that hugs the canine's shoulders and back, fastening under the dog's belly. The FIDO model has a compact computer with a microprocessor that sits between the dog's shoulder blades with several distinctly shaped items which can be pulled or pushed by the dog. Dogs can alert the handler to things like a tornado siren or alarm, alerting the handler to the danger or obstacle with just a tug on a string or push of the nose on a button. Researchers at Georgia Tech are working on the prototype vest to do the very thing described above and much more. Since dogs can understand about 700 words to convey what they see, smell or hear around them, fine tuning the technology that enables us and the dog to communicate better is only a tail wag away from becoming a reality. This is all possible with a mini computer and a receiver, like Google glass or an ear bud to either hear or see the information the dog chooses to convey. For instance, the dog can tug on a toy that represents the information, like stairs or a curb, which is sent via a microcomputer to the handler. The alert system will depend on the dog owner's needs, though researchers are still fine-tuning exactly how the owner will be alerted to what the dog sees, hears, or smells. Potentially any dog that works with its handler will be able to utilize the vest. This is especially encouraging for explosive detection and search and rescue dogs as well as dogs teamed up with people with disabilities. The funding for this research is being paid for by a recent grant from Google Glass team to the Georgia Institute of Technology. Professor Melody Jackson from the Georgia Institute of Technology came up with this idea after discovering that one of her students worked with a guide dog and wanted a better way to find out about the obstacles the dog avoided

Friday!

Happy Friday everyone!
For those punching a time clock I know it seems like it takes forever to reach Friday. However, my Fridays in June and July arrive much too quickly! But in August I will be crying the blues....

Johnye has found a couple of great articles which I will use for our weekend posts. Thanks Johnye, your hard work is really appreciated. I think she reads all day long! I am jealous.....

This Months Reader's Digest has some great articles. I hope to use them in the next few days. I found 3 about apps which are always interesting to me.

Sandy left me a message about the upcoming ACB meeting. The meetings are great but I especially enjoy the social outing afterwards. The August social will be Whole Hog Cafe. Would love to see a large group there! As you know, any time I have friends and food I am happy! Please consider joining us! I can assist with transportation if you give me a few days notice.

Irma called about the NFB meeting in October. If someone will send me the dates and times, I will start arranging transportation.

Hope everyone has a great weekend!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Thursday

Hi all!
As you could tell, I had difficulty posting the article about the importance of eating breakfast! Probably my guardian angel trying to make sure I take note of the importance by posting it twice! Anyway, that is an important study and no I don't eat breakfast. Personally, I grab coffee or tea and run out the door. But I do eat an early lunch at about 11.  Wonder if that helps???

Hubby's surgery is set for Tuesday if we don't hit another delay. I certainly hope it will occur on time without any hitches. This has been very stressful!

Hope everyone is having a good week. The thunderstorms are sure helping keep the temperature and humidity down. I have only heard from a couple of you with conflicts in August so I will suggest a couple of dates to the Center for approval.

I miss seeing everyone!
Dr. Janet

Breakfast is important

ATLANTA - Another reason to eat breakfast: Skipping it may increase your chances of a heart attack.

A study of older men found those who regularly skipped breakfast had a 27 per cent higher risk of a heart attack than those who ate a morning meal. There's no reason why the results wouldn't apply to other people, too, the Harvard researchers said.

Other studies have suggested a link between breakfast and obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes and other health problems seen as precursors to heart problems.

"But no studies looked at long-term risk of heart attack," said Eric Rimm, one of the study authors at the Harvard School of Public Health.

Why would skipping breakfast be a heart attack risk?

Experts aren't certain, but here's what they think: People who don't eat breakfast are more likely to be hungrier later in the day and eat larger meals. Those meals mean the body must process a larger amount of calories in a shorter amount of time. That can spike sugar levels in the blood and perhaps lead to clogged arteries.

But is a stack of syrupy pancakes, greasy eggs and lots of bacon really better than eating nothing?

The researchers did not ask what the study participants ate for breakfast, and were not prepared to pass judgment on whether a fatty, sugary breakfast is better than no breakfast at all.

Other experts agreed that it's hard to say.

"We don't know whether it's the timing or content of breakfast that's important. It's probably both," said Andrew Odegaard, a University of Minnesota researcher who has studied a link between skipping breakfast and health problems like obesity and high blood pressure.

"Generally, people who eat breakfast tend to eat a healthier diet," he added.

The new research was released Monday by the journal Circulation. It was an observational study, so it's not designed to prove a cause and effect. But when done well, such studies can reveal important health risks.

The researchers surveyed nearly 27,000 men about their eating habits in 1992. About 13 per cent of them said they regularly skipped breakfast. They all were educated health professionals — like dentists and veterinarians — and were at least 45.

Over the next 16 years, 1,527 suffered fatal or non-fatal heart attacks, including 171 who had said they regularly skipped breakfast.

In other words, over 7 per cent of the men who skipped breakfast had heart attacks, compared to nearly 6 per cent of those who ate breakfast.

The researchers calculated the increased risk at 27 per cent, taking into account other factors like smoking, drinking, diet and health problems like high blood pressure and obesity.

As many as 18 per cent of U.S. adults regularly skip breakfast, according to federal estimates. So the study could be important news for many, Rimm said.

"It's a really simple message," he said. "Breakfast is an important meal."

Wednesday health update

ATLANTA - Another reason to eat breakfast: Skipping it may increase your chances of a heart attack.

A study of older men found those who regularly skipped breakfast had a 27 per cent higher risk of a heart attack than those who ate a morning meal. There's no reason why the results wouldn't apply to other people, too, the Harvard researchers said.

Other studies have suggested a link between breakfast and obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes and other health problems seen as precursors to heart problems.

"But no studies looked at long-term risk of heart attack," said Eric Rimm, one of the study authors at the Harvard School of Public Health.

Why would skipping breakfast be a heart attack risk?

Experts aren't certain, but here's what they think: People who don't eat breakfast are more likely to be hungrier later in the day and eat larger meals. Those meals mean the body must process a larger amount of calories in a shorter amount of time. That can spike sugar levels in the blood and perhaps lead to clogged arteries.

But is a stack of syrupy pancakes, greasy eggs and lots of bacon really better than eating nothing?

The researchers did not ask what the study participants ate for breakfast, and were not prepared to pass judgment on whether a fatty, sugary breakfast is better than no breakfast at all.

Other experts agreed that it's hard to say.

"We don't know whether it's the timing or content of breakfast that's important. It's probably both," said Andrew Odegaard, a University of Minnesota researcher who has studied a link between skipping breakfast and health problems like obesity and high blood pressure.

"Generally, people who eat breakfast tend to eat a healthier diet," he added.

The new research was released Monday by the journal Circulation. It was an observational study, so it's not designed to prove a cause and effect. But when done well, such studies can reveal important health risks.

The researchers surveyed nearly 27,000 men about their eating habits in 1992. About 13 per cent of them said they regularly skipped breakfast. They all were educated health professionals — like dentists and veterinarians — and were at least 45.

Over the next 16 years, 1,527 suffered fatal or non-fatal heart attacks, including 171 who had said they regularly skipped breakfast.

In other words, over 7 per cent of the men who skipped breakfast had heart attacks, compared to nearly 6 per cent of those who ate breakfast.

The researchers calculated the increased risk at 27 per cent, taking into account other factors like smoking, drinking, diet and health problems like high blood pressure and obesity.

As many as 18 per cent of U.S. adults regularly skip breakfast, according to federal estimates. So the study could be important news for many, Rimm said.

"It's a really simple message," he said. "Breakfast is an important meal."

Tuesday bonus post

This just sounds too good to pass up! Hope one of our cooks will try no let me know!

Fresh Apple Cake 

Layer your apple slices (or other fruit) at the bottom of a pan (9x11) that has been coated with non-stick spray.

Sprinkle on boxed cake mix. 

Pour 1/2 cup of melted butter over the fruit and dry cake mix. 

Bake at 350* for approximately 35-45 minutes -- it's done when it is nice and bubbly. 

Tuesday's science update

Great news!

Scientists have taken a major step toward potentially reversing a common form of blindness.

Researchers at the University College London (UCL) successfully transplanted light-sensitive photoreceptor cells from a synthetic retina that was grown from embryonic stem cells into night-blind mice. Photoreceptor cells are light sensitive nerve cells at the back of the eye. Many forms of blindness -- including age-related macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa and diabetes-related blindness -- are caused by the loss of these cells.

The transplanted cells appeared to develop normally into the mice’s retina and formed nerve connections needed to communicate visual information to the brain, the researchers said.

In the future, the process could provide an unlimited supply of healthy photoreceptor cells for transplantation into human retinas.

“Over recent years scientists have become pretty good at working with stem cells and coaxing them to develop into different types of adult cells and tissues,” said Professor Robin Ali of UCL. “But until recently, the complex structure of the retina has proved difficult to reproduce in the lab. This is probably because the type of cell culture we were using was not able to recreate the developmental process that would happen in a normal embryo.”

The researchers grew the cells using a 3D culture method developed in Japan. Throughout the process, the cells were compared to cells developed normally to ensure they were biologically equivalent. Scientists then transplanted about 200,000 of the cells and injected them into the retina of night-blind mice.

Three weeks after the procedure, the injected cells began to look like normal, mature photoreceptor cells. Six weeks after the procedure, the cells were still there, and researchers noticed nerve connections with the existing retinal circuitry.

“The new 3D technique more closely mimics normal development, which means we are able to pick out and purify the cells at precisely the right stage to ensure successful transplantation,” said Ali. “The next step will be to refine this technique using human cells to enable us to start clinical trials.”

Monday morning

Good morning all,
I am running late this morning. I was just enjoying my coffee and let time slip by. I have a big week on tap visiting clients. Maybe I will swing by your neighborhood!!

We need to select a Saturday in August for our next gathering. I will check the school calendar and let everyone know a couple of choices this evening.

Have a great day!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Happy Saturday

As I traveled North yesterday, I enjoyed rain showers and much lower temperatures. What a difference a few miles make! The temperature dropped 24 degrees between Conway and Russellville!

Enjoy your weekend!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Happy Friday!

Hello everyone,
Friday has finally arrived. Even a sweltering weekend is a good one! Margaret and Sandy should be home from ACB. Ladies, let us hear for you with an update. W are confident you left your mark on Columbus, Ohio but I am willing to beat you learned all kinds of new things.

I need a favor, Nola called me last week and I was busy. My phone ate her number! Would someone please send it to me?

On a personal note, my Mom was here in anticipation of the surgery so I am taking her home today. I will be delivering supplies up I-40. I will be back late Saturday. Son Number 2 will be on Dad duty.

Hope you all have a blessed and relaxing weekend!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Sarah's post

I am delighted to report our favorite cook, Sarah is feeling like contributing to the blog. Thanks bunches Sarah and we are pulling for you! Thanks again.....this sounds yummy!

Tammy’s Sinful Potatoes

4 large potatoes (I used red)

Wash potatoes well (I didn’t peel)

Quarter them

Cut into bite size pieces

Place in microwavable bowl that has a lid

Sprinkle Seasoning salt over potatoes (not to heavy, you can always add more later)

Stir well to make sure seasoning salt is on potatoes

Add 1-2 tablespoons of water to bowl of potatoes

Add 1-2 tablespoons of butter

Cover with lid and place in microwave

Cook 7-10 minutes

Be careful the bowl and lid will be hot

Stir and check for tenderness

Continue to cook 7-10 minutes or until tender to your desire

Wednesday, July 17

Thanks to Johnye for helping me out with blog ideas. Here is another great find from her. It appears we are trend setters with our famous smoothies!

Subject: Article from Fox News Health 2013 07 15

The surprising danger of skipping breakfast. You know that breakfast has plenty of benefits: It boosts your energy, curbs your midday cravings and helps keep you at a healthy weight. But if you're still skipping the first meal of the day, there's another perk you're passing up: Missing even one breakfast each week increases your risk of type 2 diabetes by 20 percent, according to a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Researchers from the Harvard University School of Public Health analyzed the eating habits and health outcomes of 46,289 women over the course of six years. At the end of the study, they found that women who skipped breakfast here and there had a 20 percent higher risk of being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes than those who ate it on a daily basis. The risk is even higher for full-time working women who missed their morning meal sometimes: 54 percent. The importance of a daily breakfast held up after the researchers adjusted the results to account for the effects of age, BMI, carbohydrate consumption, cigarette smoking, alcohol intake, physical activity, and working status. More: The Best Breakfasts Ever Another study of more than 3,000 men and women published in Diabetes Care found that eating breakfast frequently also lowers the risk of obesity and high blood pressure. That same University of Minnesota study revealed that only 35 percent of participants actually ate a meal every morning, though. Why is eating breakfast so important to your health? Turns out, it's all in the timing. When you go to bed, your insulin level is flat -- not too low, not too high," lead study author Rania Mekary, a research associate at the Harvard University School of Public Health in the department of nutrition, said. When you don't 'break the fast' in the morning, your insulin level drops -- so when you have lunch later in the day, it's more likely to spike, then crash again. Over time, this constant flux in insulin levels can cause your body to build up an insulin resistance, which can lead to type 2 diabetes. Fortunately, you can cut your risk significantly by sticking to a daily breakfast schedule. You should aim to eat within an hour or two of waking up, Mekary said -- and coffee or tea alone won't cut it. While even unhealthy breakfasts were better for lowering diabetes risk than no breakfast at all, researchers found the best outcomes resulted from daily breakfasts that were low in sugar and high in nutrients like fiber and protein. Need some morning meal motivation? Try one (or more) of these tasty, healthful recipes: Oats-Almond Mixed Berry Crisp Fruit and Spice-Cut Oatmeal Minted Honey-Lime Fruit Salad Double Tomato and Turkey Bacon Omelette Soy Milk Berry Smoothie More: 5 Smoothies That Make You Look and Feel Awesome

Hubby update

Hi everyone,
Just a quick note to let you know they postponed hubby's surgery. It must occur but apparently the moon and stars must align! Dr. Says they may try next Tuesday but probably the 30th. Thanks for all the prayers and wishes, please keep them coming. He is still very ill so I will stay close to home until  The surgery. Please call and leave a message on my phone if you need me. I will get back with you. I am keeping it on silent so he can rest. I am not avoiding you!
Have a great day!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Sunday wishes

I hope each and everyone one of you are enjoying a blessed and restful weekend. A special thanks to those who are helping out with post topics during my stressed out moments! I appreciate each of you!

A reminder that Krystal is working on a supply order. Please get your requests in. Notice I said, "request"! No promises until I see numbers.

Stay cool!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Thanks JOHNYE for another great post!

Newswise — The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History will launch “EveryBody: An Artifact History of Disability in America” to explore themes and events related to the history of people with disabilities in the U.S. and offer a new perspective on American history.

This online exhibition is a first-of-its-kind image compilation that provides access to objects and stories related to the history of disability that have been collected at the museum for more than 50 years. The information is presented in English and Spanish, and the website is designed to be accessible to all users, including those using specialized software for vision or hearing impairments. All pages on the website follow federal accessibility guidelines, which are outlined on the site’s Accessibility Statement page. The website is available at everybody.si.edu.

“Many stories and events related to people with disabilities never make it into the history books or shared public memories,” said Katherine Ott, curator of medical science at the museum. “Knowing this history deepens the understanding of the American experience and reveals how complicated history is.”

The website explores such themes as identity and stereotypes; the importance of place, laws and legislation; home and daily life; technology, institutions and schools; eugenics; and work. Featured objects include prosthetics, adapted kitchen utensils, activists’ buttons and T-shirts, Section 504 (a federal law guaranteeing rights to persons with disabilities) protest artifacts, medical devices, text telephones for the deaf and Braille writers, wheelchairs, design plans for improving accessibility in public spaces and about 300 snapshots, tintypes and cabinet cards. Each image has descriptive detail.

About the National Museum of American History

Through incomparable collections, rigorous research and dynamic public outreach, the National Museum of American History explores the infinite richness and complexity of American history. The museum helps people understand the past in order to make sense of the present and shape a more humane future. It is currently renovating its west exhibition wing, developing galleries on business, democracy and culture. For more information, visit americanhistory.si.edu. The museum is located at 14th Street and Constitution Avenue N.W., and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (closed Dec. 25). Admission is free. For Smithsonian information, the public may call (202) 633-1000.

Thanks JOHNYE for a great recipe

MEXICAN CHEESE DISH
(ingredients)
About 3/4 package of notchoe  Doritos,  1 pound Velveta cheese,  1 pound lean ground beef,  1 can cream of celery soup,  1 can cream of mushroom soup,  1 can enchilada sauce without green chillies, seasonings to taste.

Brown and drain meat, and season with salt, peper, onion, and garlic to taste.  Line 9 by 12 pan with broken up doritos.  Break Velveta chese up into chunks and put on top of doritos.  Mix soups, sauce, and meat  in a pan and warm on stove.  Pour over cheese and doritos.  Bake at 350 degrees for about 35 minutes, or until bubbly.  Serve and enjoy.

Thursday, July 11

Today's guest entertainer is Dick! He sent me this interesting link:

http://www.orcam.com/

I know nothing about the device, but it is an interesting concept.  It is out of our programs price range but the price usually falls after the new wears off. Let's keep our eyes on it and hopefully those folks who attended the conventions will be able to share more information on new items!

Keep the ideas and links coming. I need help for the next few days!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Wednesday, July 10

Hello all,
Another hot and humid day in Central Arkansas! News and Internet stories are repeats again today. However, Krystal tells me several of you are calling in with your requests. Please continue to call her for the next couple of weeks. As most of you know, hubby will have MAJOR surgery next week so I will  be at Baptist Hospital from Tuesday until ???

I will post daily but won't be seeing clients and will probably have the phone on silent since sleep may be a precious commodity! Until then, I have lots to do so forgive me if I have cheater posts.

As always, I appreciate  your calls, texts, and emails.
Dr. Janet

Tuesday thoughts

Good morning everyone,
The summer doldrums are affecting my brain! I am struggling to come up with tidbits to keep you entertained and informed. The money saving tip of the day on CBS was to keep your thermostat on 78 degrees. Even the newscaster couldn't keep a straight face! While that sounds great in theory, the humidity in Arkansas is higher than 78 so you won't stay as comfortable as most of us would like to be. I admit mine is lower but I pay dearly during the summer months for electricity. Fans help and will allow you to keep the setting a little higher just by keeping the air moving.

I will be at the Center today working on a grant for our OIB program. Keep your fingers crossed and say a prayer my brain wakes up. We certainly need additional funding to serve more folks. We are still receiving referrals daily as more folks are diagnosed with severe sight loss.

Do a good deed today.
Until tomorrow,

Dr. Janet

Happy Monday

Good morning friends,
The holiday is over and we are now in the true heat and weeks of summer. The local weatherman is predicting we will be back to normal July temperatures this week. Please stay cool and hydrated.

Information is slowly being released concerning the new health care options commonly referred to as Obsmacare. At this point, the Arkansas site is operational but plan details are sketchy at best. Please do not cancel any existing insurance until we know final details. I don't wasn't anyone to spend a single day without coverage! The last thing I read in the paper indicated three companies had been approved to service clients in Arkansas. The most familiar name was Blue Cross.

Many of you are covered by Medicare and will not be affected. However, we do have the 55-65 age group who are not yet eligible for Medicare. This program will provide affordable coverage for those folks.

Stay tuned! More information will be posted as it becomes available.

Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Sunday

Hello friends,
Another weekend is slipping away. My how time flies! The past few days have been rather quiet in terms of technology and science news. Since this is the height of vacation season many of my usual news feeds are repeats. Sort of like summer reruns.

I just don't have any brilliant news or tidbits for today so I will just close by wishing you a safe and glorious day!
Until  tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Saturday happenings

Good morning all,
I am thankful for another cool morning! My weatherman says it will be warming up in the next few days and turning to a more normal July temperature. However, I sure have enjoyed this brief relief.

Sandy has been reappointed by the Governor to serve on the DSB board! Way to go Sandy!

I delivered a piece of equipment to Dick and am delighted to report he is doing well and in great spirits! He has been going to Lion's Club, out to eat and to mass so he is back to normal!

NFB convention folks should be returning and ACB folks should be gathered in Columbus for their meetings. We wish  all safe travels and many happy experiences!
Take care and enjoy life!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. janet

Great yellow squash recipe

*YELLOW SQUASH CASSEROLE RECIPE**

INGREDIENTS:

2 pounds of yellow squash (about 4 cups)

1/2 large onion, chopped

1 sleeve of Ritz Crackers (about 35 crackers)

1 cup cheddar cheese

2 eggs

3/4 cups milk

1/2 cup butter, melted

salt and pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Lightly steam squash and onion in steamer basket* for about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.

In medium bowl, combine cracker crumbs and cheese.

In large bowl, add drained squash and onion and gently fold in 1/2 the cracker/cheese mixture.

In a small bowl, whisk together egg and milk, then add to squash mixture.

Melt 1/2 cup of butter. Add half the melted butter to the squash mixture. Season with salt and pepper.

Spread squash mixture into 9 x 13″ baking dish. Top with remaining crackers and pour remaining butter over dish.

Bake at 400 degrees F for 25 minutes until lightly brown.

Happy 4th!

It is a great day for wonderful holiday! The weather is ideal and should be just right for family cookouts and activities!

Yesterday, my travels took me to Perry County where I met more wonderful new friends and clients. I came home with far more than I deserved. Mrs. Daniels gave me fresh squash and peppers!
Hopefully, we will have new members to our group in Bill and Jami. They will be joining our Saturday group! Welcome Bill and Jami to our blog and family!

Sam and Tim, I thought of you yesterday when I heard about the excitement at Wal Mart. Hope you were home safe and sound!

Stay safe!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. janet

NFB Convention update

Just had a note from Dorothy  She and Lonnie are in Orlando for the NFB Convention. I am delighted  we have representation! What a great location for a convention. Dorothy also used her intel reader on the trip. The iPad and the intel reader.....way to use that technology!

I know Sandy and Mrgaret are preparing for the ACB convention as well. All you convention travelers be safe, learn lots and report back to us who had to stay home!

I am very jealous! My travels today will take me North where I have several new clients scheduled.
Be safe!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet

Tuesday, July 2

Good morning friends!
Can you believe the wonderful break in the weather?  What a welcome relief! It was so pleasant out last night with low humidity that I enjoyed being out on the deck. That is not a common occurrence in July! Unfortunately, the mosquitoes were still out in full force. Apparently they were enjoying the cool weather and fresh blood--- mine!

I am preparing a Maxi aids order. If you need blind specific aids please send me an email or call. I am hard to catch so you may need to call Krystal at 501-664-7100.
Just tell her what you need and she will add it to my order.

Have a great day! Make a difference and expand your horizons!
Until tomorrow,
Dr. Janet