A capricious Spring struts in, gracing us with her highly sought-after diva-like presence. In the northern hemisphere, the month of April tends to be the most tumultuous; rainy and windy one day and the next, laced with warm promises of growth to come. It is theorized that April is named Read more…
Pump up the Volume Have you ever listened to a song and have been transported back to the very first time you heard it? The right tune can spike endorphin levels, lessen pain and induce a natural high. Music therapy has the ability to encourage positive physiological behaviors which in Read more…
Most people don’t mind winter when the holidays are approaching. However as soon as January whines down, the snow piles up and the temps bottom out; we all hope that the famous rodent sees his shadow and gives old man winter the boot. Studies show that 6 out of every Read more…
A new year has strolled in and eagerly awaits introduction, hello 2022, how do you do? Worldwide many people see January as the first chapter of a new book waiting to be written; what it contains is ultimately up to each of us. Of course we would all like to Read more…
The show is almost over, the final curtains are about to come down on 2021 and a new year will ring in. Despite all it’s shiny newness this time of year can evoke a series of bittersweet emotions. It’s no secret that these past two years have been extraordinarily challenging; Read more…
Everyone is beginning to experience the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Our pantries are being filled with treats, presents are being wrapped, calendars are ram jam with activities, events and traditions and although we are super busy, everywhere we go people are smiling and wishing each other happy Read more…
With the months flying off the calendar like a TV ad we are in the homestretch of 2021, a thought that is both unbelievable and exciting. This time of year is all about change, not only the visible ones, pretty leaves and chilly nights but also that extra cheer we Read more…
September marks the 32nd anniversary of National Recovery month and this year’s theme is such a profound one because it holds so much truth and so much promise. ‘Recovery is for EVERYONE, EVERY Person, EVERY Family, EVERY Community!’ Here at the Dismas Home of New Hampshire these words are the Read more…
Addiction is a chronic disease that has the ability to destroy the lives of not only those who struggle with it but also the lives of the people they care about the most, resulting in damaged relationships. With professional help, offered here at the Dismas Home of New Hampshire, repairing Read more…
Summer is finally here after what seems to have been the longest winter of all time, pandemic lockdown and all. For many of us, this time of year appeals to all our senses as we are able to roam freely and enjoy the beautiful scenery, warm sunny days, and most Read more…
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