The Connection Between Chronic Diseases and the Coronavirus Epidemic
By now we know that chronic diseases make the COVID-19 infection (caused by the Coronavirus) worse. It is obvious why something like asthma could complicate COVID-19…
Read MoreConfessions of a Lonely Woman: Overcoming Loneliness Starts with Yourself
A lonely woman. Aren’t these powerful, dare I say, almost ugly words? Conjuring up someone pathetic, perhaps? Loneliness is now considered not only dangerous for your health but even a fatal condition…
Read MoreMy Normandy Itinerary – Planning My Next Trip While Waiting for the World to Get Back to Normal
Just like many of you, I have delayed all of my travel plans through July. I prefer to use the word delay rather than cancel because I will be rescheduling all trips for 2021…
Read MoreHow to Tie a Scarf Like a Pro: Older Women Rock the Style
For anyone, really, but particularly for those of us over 60, wearing a beautiful scarf is a fabulous and very effective way to brighten up, freshen up, and liven up any outfit. It can also complete a look. That’s the thing about good accessories…
Read MoreWhy I Hate the Term “Jobs for Seniors”… But Embrace the Idea of Working in Retirement
If you look up “jobs for seniors” on Google, you are likely to find dozens of articles with jobs that require no experience are easy to do part-time and that you can do at home. While there is no doubt that these attributes are appealing to some retirees, overall, I believe…
Read MoreHow to Use the Internet to Feel Like a Millionaire
Who wants to be a millionaire? We all do. What does that mean? For me it means not worrying about money, doing what I want and enjoying the luxuries that life has to offer. Read More
Living Longer is Not Enough! Here’s How to Stay Healthy on the Journey
People are living longer lives thanks to breakthroughs in medical technology, pharmaceuticals, and a general understanding of how the body works…
Read MorePandemic Lessons from Joel – A Fine Young Man Who Happens to Have Down Syndrome
Our son, Joel, turned 40 last fall. He is engaged to the love of his life, Sarah. They have big plans for a wedding and for setting up house together. When that will happen is undetermined…
Read More4 Rules for Safe Exercising with Osteoporosis
On the list of “fun things to do,” medical tests of any kind don’t usually make the top 10. Some, however, are notoriously worse than others. For example, I’d rather have my body cryogenically frozen…
Read MoreDream Now – Travel Later: Insights to Switzerland Tourism’s Timely Campaign
Amidst the recent pandemic, Switzerland Tourism came out with а video that portrays stunning views of Switzerland; somber music that ends in hopeful swells. Meanwhile…
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