Writing Your Memoir Is Easier Than You Think
I’ve heard it many times in my classes: Your family and friends want you to write your memoir. They say you’ve had an interesting life, and you have such great stories to tell. They want it all in writing for their kids, your grandkids. But who has the time?
Read MoreHow to Grow Your Vocabulary in a Shrinking-Vocabulary World
I hear myself using some of the same words over and over. Words like nice, cool, wow, and pretty. Maybe the guy is nice, but there’s a plethora of words that may better describe him. Maybe he’s good-natured, pleasant, friendly, hospitable, cordial, amiable…
Read MoreThe Silver Agony Aunt Responds: Assisted Living and Regrets
The Silver Agony Aunt responds to these question: “How do you make sure assisted living is the best possible option for a loved one, and how can you overcome feeling regret over some decisions, even though you did the best you could at the time?”
Read More7 Ways to Express Gratitude During Thanksgiving Season
When was the last time you genuinely expressed love and gratitude for the people and experiences in your life that have shaped you into who you are today? It isn’t easy to take time out to express what you are truly grateful for, especially during…
Read MoreChristian Tours for Singles Over 50
Embarking on a journey of faith and adventure knows no age limits, and for Christian singles over 50, the world beckons with captivating destinations that blend spiritual enrichment, cultural exploration, and the joy of forming meaningful connections…
Read MoreActivate Your Creative Side Through Laughter
As women enter their 60s, we often find ourselves with more free time and fewer responsibilities than we had during our younger years. While this newfound freedom can be liberating, it can also be challenging to fill the extra hours with meaningful…
Read MoreBest Amazon Black Friday Deals
The mega online retailer, Amazon, always has some pretty great deals when Black Friday comes around. Every year they offer thousands of products with amazing discounts applied. We went through the sales and we’ve compiled a list of Amazon Black Friday deals that are perfect for us older women. Make sure to check out these […]
Read MoreOpening the Door to Love Again After a Loss
Not long ago, I met a very lovely lady who enthusiastically shared her story of love lost and found again. She explained how her husband had died 20 years earlier. Years later, after vowing that she would never love anyone else, this woman found herself…
Read More5 Ways Laughter Can Strengthen Your Mental Health
Do you remember the catchphrase, “Calgon, take me away”? During the 1970s and 1980s,”Calgon, take me away”, was a ubiquitous phrase for stressed-out women everywhere. With television and print campaigns featuring women…
Read MorePiano Lesson 22: Expressing Our Gratitude
Welcome to Lesson 22! Today we are covering p.67-68 plus a couple bonus Thanksgiving songs! If you are following me on my timeline, it’s November, the month to think about, and to express, gratitude. Since starting a gratitude practice about 4 years ago…
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