About Jan Moore

Many years ago, someone told me, “If you don’t think other people are weird, it just means you don’t know them very well.” We all have our own little idiosyncrasies. They’re what make us unique. Read More

This is the first in a series of articles about Creativity as a Path to Reinvention. It is my hope that these stories will inspire you to find your creative string and use it from this point on…
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Most of us 60-somethings do a lot of research before we grab our bags and head off on a trip abroad. Read More

This is a crazy time of life – with so many friends and family members with health issues. In my small community of 4,300, we lost 50 friends and neighbours last year. We also said goodbye to our 15-year-old dog…
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I wonder if you’re noticing the same trends I’m seeing about how people now view work. I’m seeing a changing definition of success. When I started working in the 70s, success seemed to be defined as how quickly you could climb…
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I think many of us harbor a secret dream about singing onstage with a rock band. I had this dream fulfilled last week when my choir director, Leah Hokanson, gave us the opportunity to sing with her backup band…
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I was reading about the role of the “commons” around the world when I learned that Canada is warming up at twice the speed of other countries, and the Arctic is warming up three times faster. Read More

According to the AARP, Boomers say they’re interested in authentic travel experiences that connect them with locals. Is this true for you? Read More

Creativity has always been a topic I love reading about, so it’s really no surprise that I stumbled on this quote by Pablo Picasso: “Every child is an artist; the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.” Read More

Whether you’re a newcomer or a long-time resident, there are multiple ways to experience more joy and connection in your community. Read More