Happy 72nd Birthday Rod Stewart – You’re Way More than Just Sexy!
Some entertainers are timeless and Rod Stewart is definitely one of them! Today, on January 10th, is his 72nd birthday, so, let’s take a look at his amazing life and wish him all the best! Read More
Senior Travel Secret: Hostels Are Not Just for the Young
Have you shied away from staying in hostels because you thought you were just not the right age?
Since 2013 we have been on the road continuously travelling and have stayed at many hostels in the last three years. I was hesitant at first; I thought there may be an age gap.
How wrong I was. Read More
A Heartfelt Tribute to Leonard Cohen
Leonard Cohen died this November at the age of 82. He recorded his final album from a special chair in his living room two weeks before his death despite his body being wracked with cancer and suffering from severe back pain. Read More
Happy 77th Birthday Tina Turner! You’re Simply the Best!
I haven’t met Tina Turner yet, but, I still feel like I know her. Every time I go into Zurich, where she lives, I see the impact that she has on other women. Her music plays in shops selling everything from fresh fruit to fabulous fashion accessories. Read More
Life After 60 is the Best Time to Celebrate Your Unique Brand of Awesomeness
As children, we are full of enthusiasm and self-confidence. We want to try new things and explore new places. We want to push the boundaries. We also have an innate appreciation of our individuality and uniqueness. We want to be different. Read More
Son Singing with Dad Shows that Alzheimer’s Doesn’t Mean the End of Laughter
It’s difficult to think about Alzheimer’s without getting a little sad.
My parents died when I was quite young, so, I haven’t experienced this horrible disease directly. That said, I have spoken with many women in the community who are caregivers for one or more parents with dementia. Their stories of struggle are simultaneously heart-breaking and inspiring. Read More
You Won’t Want to Miss this Video of Pavarotti’s Granddaughter Singing!
Did you feel the weight of your family’s expectations when you were growing up? Well, imagine what Sislena Caparrosa, Pavarotti’s Granddaughter, must have been thinking when she stepped onto the stage to sing Nessun Dorma on a televised talent show. Read More
5 Essential Questions to Ask When Choosing a Nursing Home for a Loved One
Few milestones in life are harder than deciding whether nursing home care makes sense for a loved one. Unfortunately, as women in our 60s and 70s, many of us will face this decision in the next few years. Whether we have to move one of our parents into a nursing home or are concerned about the health and safety of an older sibling, finding the best possible facility is critically important. Read More
Stop! Don’t Buy a Yoga for Seniors DVD Until You Ask These 4 Questions
Buying the best yoga for seniors DVD for your unique body, history and goals is harder than you think.
For starters, the word “seniors” means different things to different people. This is not just a matter of age. Some 80-year-olds that I know are flexible and full of energy. At the same time, I know 50-year-olds that spend 6 hours a day in front of the TV. Read More
4 Exciting Ways to Show the World You’re Never Too Old to Learn
One of the things that makes my 60s so enjoyable is that I have discovered the fountain of vitality in the form of learning. Learning contributes to the joy and purpose in my life. Each morning I make a cup of tea and go into my office where I study. Read More