April showers bring May flowers! This saying is very true in South Dakota where I grew up. This year, our extended rainy season has made that saying true here, too. Ever since I moved to …

With everything going on in our world these days, Easter might actually take many of us by surprise this year! And it is right and well that we should be surprised by the resurrection! While …

Loneliness and social isolation are a huge concern for older adults. As we age, it becomes harder to stay connected with family and friends, especially if you are living alone. Older adults face loss, loss …

The holidays have come and gone and now we may be facing the added pounds from all those Christmas goodies. There can be a feeling of disappointment or even disillusionment as we pack away the …

Do we use our time to really live or do we allow time to use us up? I recently encountered this question in Kathleen Norris’ book, Acedia & Me and it was another reminder that …

The seven wonders of the world are not places, but…

I had the opportunity to take our youth group to our biennial church conference in Kansas City several weeks ago. Dustin Gaylon, one of our speakers speaking during a morning worship session, made the comment …

When temperatures reach 100 degrees or above, from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. come to Sierra View Homes for a place to sit, drink water, and cool down! The Central Valley of California is in an extremely …

Laughter is contagious. It is a way to create friendships and give everyone the opportunity to be part of something. Recently, I visited the Sierra View Homes Kings Canyon Dining Room during the evening meal. …