Do you ever get frustrated when you can’t figure something out right away? As a parent of four children I have had many situations where ...

Chocolate or vanilla? Hmmm, I have a big decision to make, except now there is Coffee Oreo, Maine Black Bear, German Chocolate…the choice...

When my oldest child was born in the fall of 2001 it was a glorious event. Witnessing the birth of a child is one of the most amazing exp...

What can you say at a time like this? It certainly has been unprecedented by all accounts. We’ve been through tough times before but neve...

I have a confession to make…I bought a lottery ticket. Or maybe more than one. Or maybe several over the past few years, but that doesn’t...

Do you like to be wrong? Me neither. Sometimes my wife says that I’m too much of a perfectionist. Not perfect for sure, but I may take to...

Happy New Year! 2020 is a significant year for Bethany Community Services as we celebrate ou r 55th anniversary! When I read about the hi...

It’s that time of year again, the holidays are fast approaching. Shopping malls (if there are any left) are bracing for another busy seas...

Recently, I was asked to provide the opening remarks at an association meeting for aging service providers. I’ve heard that public speak...

Norman Crook was the Executive Director at Bethany in the 1970’s and 80’s and he used to write an article entitled “The View From My Wind...

I hit a bucket list item this summer. The Grand Canyon! Many of you may know that I have 4 children, and the one thing that children do...

Golf is a difficult game. I don’t play often, but when I do, I’m reminded that there are some things in life that just don’t come easy, ...

I can’t wait for retirement! I’ve been busier during retirement than when I was working. When I was your age I wanted to retire, but now...

My mom makes the best homemade ice cream, and when she’s making ice cream you know it’s summertime. This is just another reason that sum...

To celebrate Older Americans Month and how we can age healthier by staying engaged and make mindful lifestyle choices, I wanted to share ...

Unemployment is at historic lows, the economy has been growing, stock markets are nearing all-time highs. Progress is being made. Mission...

Beware the ides of March. In like a lion, out like lamb. March Madness. So many mists in March you see, so many frosts in May will be…...

I like basketball. Some of you may not know that basketball is a big deal in Maine. On nearly every cold wintry Friday night in the far...

Happy New Year! As we launch into a brand-new year I wish all residents, families, and friends a joyous and prosperous new year. The ma...

Well, the snow has come early this year! Two snow events before December after a few years of no snow until January. Living in New Engl...