Warren Peper

Is there anything that says "spring has sprung" more than our beautiful azalea bushes? Surely you’ve noticed how they add a splash of color and make living in the Lowcountry a special privilege in the spring. What fascinates me about this bush, though, is that it sits quietly alongside a road or in a corner of the backyard for essentially 11 months plus a few days, only then to explode in various shades of pink, white and red blooms.

As the long, hot days start to slowly give way to cooler, crisper mornings and shorter afternoons, there’s a chance to increase periods of activity. This past summer seemed even hotter and more humid than ever. Recently, I stumbled across an article that spoke to ways we all can protect our brain from aging and neuro degenerative diseases. There were two specific activities that were recommended for improving brain health. One was walking, the other? Dancing.