Things we learned from “Stimulated! How to Spark Your Creative Genius at Work’’:

starts with you, and it’s easy

Is there such a thing as a “gay brain”? And, if so, are some people born with brains that make them more likely to be homosexual? Or do the brains of gay people develop differently in response to experiences?

Every critic of the writing art, most memorably Professor William Strunk of Cornell, has inveighed against redundancy. E.B. White quoted him in “The Elements of Style.” Let us listen up.

Welcome to the May issue of To Your Health, a special section focused on health and fitness topics that appears quarterly.

Shop local! Eat Oregon-grown foods! Conserve on energy! Good adages to live by, but how? This summer, you’re looking for something fun to do (and eat!), consider a trip down Peoria Road. A longtime a favorite drive of mine, this gently winding road curves past immaculate farms on the way to Harrisburg. It’s perfect for bicycles and motorcycles - just watch out for the tractors and combines. I’ve met the nicest people by taking a few minutes to stop and support the local bakeries, flower stands and nurseries.

SEATTLE — With the weak dollar and high air fares putting the cost of a trip to the real Great Britain out of reach these days, here’s a way to satisfy your appetite for tea and scones close to home.