Quotes of the Day

Look for art from painters such as Monet, Renoir, or Degas. The works of Van Gogh, while colorful, can be disturbing and should probably be avoided. Good quality prints of the masters are available in art supply stores as well as in almost all museums. You can purchase a frame for another $25. Usually one hanging per wall is maximum (assuming they are fairly good sized). In smaller rooms, one or two per room is plenty. Most department stores have interior decorators on call and either for free, or a small fee (they're hoping you'll buy from them) will send them to your home to suggest floor coverings, furniture, and in this case, wall hangings. [2003] - Robert Irwin

A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association on May 17, 2016, and the corresponding editorial, provided proof that refluxed acid initiates a deep-tissue inflammatory response, which sets off the release of a multiplying body of pro-inflammatory proteins. The link between acid damage and worsening systemic inflammatory symptoms, which I had witnessed in practice for so many years, had essentially been scientifically validated. [2017] - Jonathan Aviv

If you are walking, you can get away with a pair of running shoes, but not the reverse. (Walking shoes are usually too stiff for running.) Typically, your athletic shoes should be one to two sizes larger than your street shoes. You need more room in the toe and mid-foot areas; these shoes are just built that way. You also need more room because during exercise, your feet get bigger and they need room to expand. You also do not want to inhibit the circulation in your feet. A midpriced shoe is often best. You can usually get a pair for $80 to $100. [2015] - Vonda Wright

You can lose friends by knowing too much about them--even if they tell you! [2009] - Leil Lowndes

Highly proactive people recognize responsibility. They do not blame circumstances, conditions, or conditioning for their behavior. No one can hurt you without your consent. The most proactive thing we can do is to be happy, just to genuinely smile. Happiness, like unhappiness, is a proactive choice. [2004] - Stephen R. Covey