New to Career Reinvention? Just Dive In!
A friend of mine called for some career advice recently. She’s about to make a radical shift: after more than 20 years in the fashion industry, she’s becoming a detective. She went through a grueling selection process. But she made it through to the other side…
Read MoreA Powerful Reason to Give Gratitude During the Holidays and into the New Year
How many times a day do you give gratitude for your gifts, for your family and for the blessings of your life? I’ll admit it. Some days I forget to make my gratitude intentional, and then when I realize I haven’t done so, I understand why my day is off balance…
Read More7 Best Fall Coats for Women Over 50
As the leaves begin to change and a gentle chill graces the air, the world transforms into a canvas of warm and inviting hues. What better way to embrace the beauty of autumn than by adorning yourself in a stunning fall coat that not only provides warmth but also exudes timeless elegance.
Read More5 Gifts for Elderly Parents Who Seem to Have Everything they Need
Let’s face it. The older someone gets, the harder it is to buy holiday gifts for him or her. How many sweaters and ties do you need after all? My wife and I stopped exchanging gifts because frankly, we get what we need all year round!
Read More7 Best Fall Boots for Women Over 50
As the leaves continue to paint the world in shades of crimson and amber, there’s an undeniable sense of magic in the air, signaling the arrival of fall. This season represents a unique opportunity to embrace both style and comfort, and nothing complements…
Read MoreA Star Is Born – None Too Soon
I feel privileged sitting in the small Chicago Greenhouse Theater with an intimate group invited to see the first professional staging of a new play, My Whorizontal Life by Sephe Haven. OK, the title is a giveaway. This is a solo recollection of her life…
Read MoreShort Story: A Mother’s Duty
“He says there are too many syllables in my name. ‘Ste-pha-nie Pe-zott-a.’ He’s right, Ma. You should’ve picked something short, like Dove.” Arlene clamped her mouth shut as she finished loading the dishwasher while her daughter leaned against…
Read More10 Techniques to Help You Prepare for Your Big High School Reunion or Family Gathering
Attending significant gatherings, whether a class reunion or a family wedding, can make us anxious even as we look forward to them. We’ll be seeing people who knew us way-back-when, at those times of life we might prefer to edit or ignore…
Read More6 Ways to Find Humor in Everyday Life After 60 (And Why You Need It!)
After four decades of regular workouts, my body has decided to defend itself by developing osteoarthritis. Every workout is now a rousing game of Will It Hurt If I Do This? Oh, what fun.
But unlike a real game show, no prizes are awarded…
What Advice Would You Give Your 20-Year-Old Self?
This year, our daughter got us started on writing the answers to some questions about our lives through a program called “Storyworth.” I know there are several versions of this service out there but basically, you get email questions weekly…
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