Thanksgiving – watercress words by Dr Aletha

O GOD, WE GIVE YOU THANKS FOR LIFE, HEALTH, FRIENDS, FAMILY AND FAITH

I’m thankful for everyone who stops by my blog-that means you.

November 26, 2022

I think this year we may all be even more grateful for life and health, for our family and friends.

Today we celebrate, while also remembering the loss, sickness, violence, discord, disasters, difficulties, and death we have come through the past 3 years.

And together with God’s help we will get through this, and be ready for life’s next challenges with FAITH, HOPE, and LOVE.

Dr Aletha

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Have “flash mobs” gone away? Maybe because of the pandemic they’ve been suppressed. So I’m glad this one has been preserved on video.

You don’t expect a flash mob to happen in a hospital, but when you think about it, isn’t that one of the best places for one to happen? Music makes us feel good. Music can touch us in ways that medicine can’t.

“Music has been around since ancient times. It is part of every known culture. It can get your foot tapping, lift your mood, and even help you recall a distant memory. Did you know that music can bring other health benefits? Scientists are exploring the different ways music stimulates healthier bodies and minds.

“When you listen to or create music, it affects how you think, feel, move, and more,” says neuroscientist Dr. Robert Finkelstein, who co-leads NIH’s music and health initiative.”

Watch this and see if you agree.

The Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

performed by music students at the Hadassah Hospital

As we celebrate the holiday season remember people who can’t celebrate at home with their friends and family-

people in hospitals and nursing homes
those serving in the military
those who work every day to keep the rest of us safe- police, firefighters, medical professionals, transportation workers, other essential workers