Happiness: the Key to Good Health in the Years of Maturity
Last week I had lunch with a dear friend who later texted me, apologizing for having spent most of our time together moaning and groaning about various things going on in her life. She hoped she hadn’t been a drain on me…
Read MoreAge Appropriate Dressing? 4 Creative Ways to Bring Your Personal Style to Life After 50
There is a lot of information in books, magazines, blogs, online and on TV, on how to look more youthful and improve your sense of style. I have noticed that overall, they seem to cut off at 50. Read More
5 Ways Our Spiritualty Changes as We Get Older
I have a degree in Religious Studies from the University of Colorado. All my life, I have felt that the basic principles shared in all organized religions align and are built on common values. These include kindness, love, tolerance and respect for each other. Read More
Old to Me, New to You! The Art of Consignment Buying and Selling
Over the years, I have purchased my fair share of clothing from second-hand sources, varying from the Goodwill store to upscale designer consignment shops. In doing so, I have watched dramatic changes in this market…
Read MoreFinancial Survival in Retirement – Annuities and Reverse Mortgages and Bonds… Oh My!
Financial options in retirement can be really overwhelming – especially if you haven’t had to deal with money before. Join us in discussion with financial expert Pam Krueger who has some great advice when it comes to reverse mortgages, annuities and taking back control of your finances. Enjoy the show! Read More
But I Can’t WAIT to Meet You! The Challenges of Online Dating Past 60
I copied and pasted the scammer’s message into the white block for reporting fake profiles. This was the eighth this week. The copy is almost always identical too, and goes like this: [Some guy] has found the love of his life…
Read MoreHow a Cancer Diagnosis Requires Living in the Present, Looking Towards the Future and Facing the Past
I have written three blog posts about cancer. The first was about the shock and adjustment in the first 10 weeks. The second was about making getting healthy the number one priority. The third was about the liberating feeling of going around bald. Now I feel ready to talk about the deeper effect of cancer. Read More
6 Ways that Having a Pet Can Improve Your Life After 60
I’m a cat person. I’ve always had a cat and can’t image my home without one. My cat isn’t my pet, it’s a member of my family. I love coming home and having my boy run up to greet me, rubbing against my legs and looking up at me with his big wide eyes that say he missed me. No matter how difficult my day has been, I forget it all about it when I see his eager face. Read More
6 Things We Have Learned About the Aging Brain Since 2015
As women over 60, one thing we can agree on is that time doesn’t stand still. Fortunately for us, neither does research into the ways aging affects our brains. And it couldn’t come at a better time, given the looming Alzheimer’s epidemic…
Read MoreIn Search of The Good Life After 60
Active adults and seniors all over the country are retiring in droves! Active adult housing communities are all the rage and cater to an active, resort style life! New home communities are popping up in desirable retirement locations…
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