I’m not sure why, but, it seems like older adults are routinely the target for scams of all kinds. Maybe criminals have simply fallen for the same aging stereotypes as everyone else and believe that we are easy targets. Or, perhaps they rightly assume that, statistically at least, we have more money to spend. Read More

Have you ever noticed how difficult it is to change other people? This is true even in loving relationships, where both people have an incentive to listen and respond to their partner’s needs.

It is especially true for our friends and acquaintances who, while they may care for us, are mostly interested in getting the most from their own lives. Read More

What does it mean to connect with someone? These days, it seems like communication has been reduced to quick emails and even briefer Facebook posts. I can’t remember the last time I received a handwritten card or letter. Can you? Read More

For many women, being a grandmother is one of the most wonderful experiences imaginable. Without the pressures of being a parent, you are free to enjoy your grandkids without pressure or expectations. Read More

I don’t know about you, but, I always felt like Gloria Gaynor’s huge hit “I Will Survive” was the soundtrack of my life. Given everything our generation has been through, I’m sure that many women in the community feel the same way. Read More

I’m somewhat skeptical of the whole concept of “retirement.” I’ve seen far too many cases of people building up retirement as the “ultimate destination,” only to find themselves feeling lost, socially isolated and financially stretched when they finally get there. Read More

Do you remember your first job? Whether it was waitressing or babysitting, office work or picking blueberries, you probably thought it was just a means to an end. It was a way to get a little extra money for clothes, makeup and other “things” that seemed so important at the time. Read More

More than almost any other phase in our lives, our 60s are a time of transitions. At Sixty and Me, we like to focus on the emotional aspects of life after 60 – reinvention, making friends as an adult and overcoming your fears. Read More

Today’s topic might not be the most cheery, but, it’s still important. After all, we all want to leave the world a better place, even if we disagree regarding exactly how to do this. So, today, I would like to share an article by one of our fabulous bloggers, Paula Usrey. In it, she describes three ways to have an impact after you are gone. I hope that you find her article – and all of today’s other articles – thought-provoking and useful. Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

Raquel Welch was born on September 5, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois. She worked as a model, waitress and TV weather girl, before getting into films. Today, Raquel turns 78 and I’d love us all to wish her a very happy birthday! Let’s take a look at some of the highlights from her career and why she means so much to many women over 60. Read More