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Conservatism, Reaction, and the Elder's Responsibility: A Message to My Age Grade

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Conservatism, Reaction, and the Elder's Responsibility: A Message to My Age Grade Great Day, Fam. This one right here? It’s not for everyone. If you’re not at or approaching Eldership—defined in our tribe as about 55 years old and up—you might not feel all of this. But if you’re curious, or if you’re one of those younger souls already walking with wisdom, you’re welcome to keep reading. This message is for the Elders. For those of us who should know better. And yes—I’m including myself. Let’s Start With the Mirror I’ve got to confess something. I’ve been guilty. Guilty of being reactionary. Guilty of falling into the trap of conservatism. Guilty of romanticizing the past. Guilty of looking at our young people and calling them “soft”—as if we were born warriors, as if we didn’t have to become who we are through fire, failure, and guidance. Many of us Elders are stuck in a loop. We remember only the highlights of our youth—the toughest times we survived, the boldest moments ...
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Let's Talk About Quinoa

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Let's Talk About Quinoa Introduction Quinoa is becoming a bigger part of our diets, and for good reason! This super-food is gluten free, low in sodium and high in protein. It helps stabilize blood sugar levels and lowers cholesterol. Quinoa provides all nine essential amino acids which makes it the perfect food for vegetarians. But how much do you know about quinoa? Read on to find out more about this amazing grain from the Andes! Quinoa is considered a super-food. It has high levels of iron, magnesium and fiber. Quinoa is considered a super-food. It has high levels of iron, magnesium and fiber. It is also a great source of protein and calcium, as well as vitamin B6, vitamin E and zinc. Quinoa is a native crop to Brazil. Quinoa is a native crop of South America, and it has been cultivated there for thousands of years. The Inca people used quinoa to feed their armies, and the grain was considered sacred by the Inca people. Quinoa is not a grain; it's actually a seed! Quinoa seed...
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