Planning a Second Honeymoon after Decades of Marriage? Read These 4 Tips First
It’s a well-known fact that I’m a big proponent of “seconds.” All sorts of seconds, from second helpings (that’s where the “big” comes from) to second chances. So preparing for a second honeymoon with my second husband should have been…
Read MoreWhy Broken Things Are Good for You
When the bowl fell and broke into pieces, I felt shattered into pieces as well. The grief over this little broken object was shocking and completely inadequate. Yet it was real, and it was deep. Looking for answers, here’s what I found: 1. The Bowl Was a Symbol of Loss It was one of three […]
Read MoreMature Age Fitness – A Comprehensive Guide to Getting Started (VIDEO)
Think you are too old to move and work out? There are some definite biological differences between your 20s, 50s and 70s, and of course your life is different. You may have more responsibilities and less time for yourself…
Read MoreLong-Distance Friendship after Retirement: Staying Close Across the Miles
A crazy, somewhat sad thing began to happen as my friends reached their post-parenting, pre-retirement years. Many began to build or buy second homes in fun locations with the idea that they’d retire in a destination where adult children and grandchildren would love to visit…
Read MoreHow to Convince Your Spouse to Downsize
If you knew Gayle and Marc, you would think that it was entirely Marc’s idea for them to move into a cottage home. For years, Marc led a fairly frugal life. He carried the same briefcase to work. He had the same lunch with leftovers from the previous night…
Read More12 Smart Travel Habits to Stay Safe and Away from Scams and Thieves
Are you someone who gets excited just thinking about airport snacks and hotel mini shampoos? Or maybe you’re flirting with the idea of packing a bag and finally using that passport that’s been sitting in a drawer since 2009? (You’ll probably want to think about renewing that passport…
Read MoreHow to Make a Flower Wreath
A flower wreath hanging on your front entrance is the most glorious door dressing. It’s a vibrant sign of life and the warmth and colour to be found within. Rust coloured chrysanthemums and glowing orange lilies for Halloween; traditional holly…
Read MoreIs Your Walking Speed a Health Red Flag? How to Test and Improve It
Have you noticed that your walking speed has changed as you’ve gotten older? Maybe it was so gradual that you didn’t really notice it until it dawned on you that your younger friends and family members have started slowing their pace to match yours. Or maybe you’ve started outpacing…
Read MoreFrom Page to Place – 12 Literary Landmarks to Visit for Women over 50
Many classic novels are set against the backdrop of real-world landmarks, and visiting these places can bring those beloved stories to life. Here are 10 literary landmarks that should be on the bucket list of every classic book lover…
Read MoreRekindling Family Relationships and Friendships, Can We Do It?
Some years ago, when my mother flew alone across Canada to visit with me, I was desperate to find a way to rekindle our former deep emotional connection. Since she had remarried several years earlier, I felt that I had lost some of our precious bond…
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