Across New England, sap lines on maple trees begin their run producing maple syrup. Songbirds such as the chickadee begin whistling, “hey, sweetie!” from the backyard feeders at our communities As the snow recedes and springtime beckons, many of us recognize a change in spirit and improved outlook. Interestingly enough, recent research indicates that having a positive outlook may decrease the chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. Read more…