In a Livorno port authority recording, Francesco Schettino, 52, stated he was trying to coordinate the evacuation from the safety of a lifeboat. Apparently he’d tripped and fallen into the vessel and was unaware that some of his passengers had lost their lives. I mean absolutely no disrespect to the passengers who’ve been traumatized and certainly not to those who lost their lives and their families. But… When I heard this cockamamie excuse, my immediate […] Read the Full Article »
How to Handle Dating Rejection
Rejection can be a painful event for many people. While some rejections may be irrational, the person ending the relationship usually has a reason that they don't to be with someone anymore. It's essential to learn from every relationship — this is the only way it's possible to grow as a person. The end of a relationship is a time for inner reflection. It's important to take a survey of one's life and see what […] Read the Full Article »
Can You Teach an Old Dog New Tricks?
Simply put, absolutely. Not only can older dogs still learn new tricks, it is imperative to their health and quality life that they continue to be stimulated. Just like people, as we age we tend to slow down a little. Our metabolism slows down, our energy levels drop and even our physical and mental abilities slow if we do not create consistent stimulation. Dogs are the exact same. Owners may follow their aging dog’s lead […] Read the Full Article »