Widgets

I've discovered a new "toy" on Helium, my favorite writing website. It's called a widget. All I have to do is click the widget connection by any article, copy the html code that shows up and paste it here or on any other website I manage. The article that shows up each time is the number one article, so if I don't stay in first place, someone else's article will show up.

Looking through my 197 (so far) articles on Helium, I came across my "Tips to help the over 70's get through the winter". I'm going to make the widget connection here, today, to that article. I know, I know, were heading into summer now so why would I want to link a winter-based article? Because, in reading through the article, I realized it was relevant any time of year, any weather, for any age. I just happened to gear the writing to 70-year olds. One tip in the article is about continuing to learn: ...Keep on learning, keep your brain active, and stay mentally and physically healthier. I'm pleased to see that, as I navigate through the decade prior to my 70's, I'm acquiring new knowledge and skills -- such as learning how to use widgets.

Also from my article: Commit to viewing the news every evening for a month. I give national and world news only a cursory glance, so maybe I'll try this one.

Take a free computer class at your local library. Sign up for an aerobics class at the Senior Center or the Y. Always wanted to learn a second language? Find a free class online, borrow language tapes from the library, or find a neighbor who will trade lessons for babysitting or baking.

Ah, widgets. They've got my brain in high gear this morning. I needed that. Here's today's widget that will lead you to the entire article...

HeliumTips to help the over 70's get through the winter