Balancing the Ends of the Sandwich?
I recently read a good piece on the sandwich life stage, as I like to call it. I am currently living the dream, as are many of you. My folks live on their own now – we all… Read More
Category: Work & Life
ORANGE COUNTY EXTENSION LIVING WELL TEAM BUILDER
J. Griffin, UF/IFAS Extension, Orange County, Orlando, FL LuAnn Duncan, UF/IFAS Extension, Orange County Orlando, FL Jenny Rodriguez, UF/IFAS Extension, Orange County Orlando, FL Situation: Extension employees can work long hours on sedentary jobs that require self- focused… Read More
MAKING MOOLA: A 4-H FAIR BOOTCAMP
Dallas Daniels, Megan Mann, and Mia Wilchcombe, UF/ IFAS Extension Lake County, Tavares, FL Situation: Each year youth sell their market animals at the Lake County Fair, making a profit which provides an opportunity to teach them about… Read More
CREATING & FOSTERING CONFIDENCE OF VOLUNTEER MIDDLE MANAGERS
K. G. McCormick, UF/IFAS Extension, Seminole County, Sanford, FL Situation: Master Gardener Volunteers require a substantial amount of time to train. Volunteer retention is a large concern once they are trained. Volunteers leaving the program after a single… Read More
Helping Dreams Come True: UF/IFAS Extension First Time Home Buyer Programs
L. Hamilton., UF/IFAS Extension Volusia County, DeLand, Florida, J. G. Ramirez, UF/IFAS Extension Osceola County, Kissimmee, Florida, and S. Preston, UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, Sanford, Florida. Situation: Home ownership is fundamental to the American Dream and successful home… Read More
COMPARING SERIES-BASED VERSUS SINGLE INSTRUCTION INMATE EDUCATION
G. Murza. UF/IFAS Extension Osceola County, Kissimmee, FL. Situation: In 2012, the rate of jail admissions in Florida was just under 6,000/100,000, slightly higher than the national figures (Vera Institute of Justice). The average length of stay in… Read More
ORANGE COUNTY EXTENSION LIVING WELL TEAM BUILDER
J. Griffin, UF/IFAS Extension, Orange County, Orlando, FL LuAnn Duncan, UF/IFAS Extension, Orange County Orlando, FL Jenny Rodriguez, UF/IFAS Extension, Orange County Orlando, FL Situation: Extension employees can work long hours on sedentary jobs that require self- focused… Read More
Make Your Future Priority Number One!
Close your eyes. Try to recall your first memory of saving money or budgeting. Me… I was 8 years old, or so I recall. My best friends and I had just convinced my mom to give us $5… Read More
Keeping the Cheer in Your Holidays!
Think of your childhood memories. I recall singing songs, eating some traditional foods/desserts, and, of course, opening presents. The joys of the new G.I. Joe or the almost joy at the new socks and scarves. The cookies and… Read More
Health Management: Know Your Benefits and Choices
I thought I would start blogging not only to share a little about my life but also to share ideas about the Science of Better Living. I hope to introduce you to some of the amazing work we… Read More