Doom and gloom is on the radio, in the newspapers and blaring out of our television sets. Yes, world financial markets are experiencing turmoil, but how much bad news can we absorb on a daily basis? The AboutSeniors team has decided it's time to Lighten Up and thanks to our subscriber, Sam, who pointed out our calorie rich Comfort Food is just a bit heavy duty as well... So we've done some research and found three nutritious recipes - breakfast, lunch and dinner - which should be easy on the pocket as well as heart-health friendly.

At last some research which tells us what we've suspected for years - a little sunshine goes a long way toward helping us feel cheerful. Our grandparents and parents generations knew this (it used to be called common sense) so not sure why we let "experts" send us all indoors? We also know that even basic exercise such as walking around the block helps lift our spirits - it's actually impossible to feel really low when you are working up a sweat. So if you live in Victoria maybe you can take your grandchild - or borrow one - and join in the fabulous Thomas the Tank fun run. And to further lighten minds, we are sharing some great jokes, a fun armchair traveller quiz, and the chance to win a fabulous stay at a Mercure hotel in your nearest capital city.

Remember, the joke's on you!
David & Kaye Fallick