My 13-year-old self – in middle school, with a broken arm, bullied by girls in my class. Could it get worse? Yes, it could. I got the measles. Many people today think of measles as a disease from the past, something that disappeared decades ago. But people with measles carry one of the most contagious
Despite the unusually warm weather and lack of winter snow, spring is officially in season. At Mountain Vista, this means spring activities are in full swing, and the festivities will begin to increase as we get closer to summer. As the hours of sunlight increase, the overall morale of everyone increases alongside it. Spring often
As Valentines Day approaches, the season of love arrives. Retail stores are filled with heart shaped candies, roses, and gifts to express love and devotion. I find it important to learn from those around you. Advice, unsolicited or not, can teach you quite a bit about life. You can find various articles and websites that
The winter months consist of colder temperatures, varying weather conditions, and the potential for ice. Winter conditions, changing schedules, and holidays can impact the ability for socialization and leaving the home, leading to a potential for isolation. Social isolation and loneliness have the potential to lead to negative health impacts, such as anxiety, depression, and
Aging is an expected part of life; we know that we will age but we may not know what aging may entail. As we are all different, we may not age in the same way as our peers, or we may not exhibit the same signs of aging as our peers. As we get older,
