Secrets of My Legacy

How did an English police force become known as “Scotland Yard”?

In the tenth century, in an effort to stop hostilities between their two countries, the English gave a Scottish king land in London with the provision that he build a castle on it and live there for a few months every year. Seven centuries later, with the two nations united under one king, the land returned to English ownership. In 1829, the London police took up residence on the land, which by then was known as Scotland Yard. Read the rest of this entry »

Why do we call New York the “The Big Apple?”

During the 1940s, Robert Emmerich, who played piano in the Tommy Dorsey Band, wrote an obscure song called “The Big Apple.” It was soon forgotten by everyone except legendary reporter Walter Winchell, who liked the song so much that in his daily column and on the air he began referring to his beat, New York City, as “The Big Apple,” and soon, even though Emmerich’s song was long forgotten, its title became the great city’s nickname. Read the rest of this entry »

People often gain weight when they stop smoking. Many people just keep on smoking because they are afraid of gaining weight. This is a realistic fear. However, the average weight gain is between 5-10 pounds. Some people gain more, some gain less, Read the rest of this entry »

What about stress and my urges to smoke?
The first few days after stopping will be the hardest. Look back at your smoking diary and see
what triggered you to smoke. Now, think of other things to do instead of lighting up at these
times, such as walking or simply breathing deeply and slowly. Think of changes in your routine
that will help you not smoke, such as drinking hot tea in the morning instead of coffee. Read the rest of this entry »

How can I stop smoking?
Most people have the best chance of stopping if they do these three things:
· Use nicotine replacement.
· Get support and encouragement.
· Learn how to handle stress and their urges to smoke. Read the rest of this entry »