Life After Retirement

Many of you reading this may live well into your 80s, 90s and even beyond. None of us know how our life will unfold, though we can help maintain both our physical and mental wellbeing by taking good care of ourselves. We are born with one body, and though parts…

My husband has been encouraging me to get rid of our stuff that continues to accumulate around the house. So, I’ve been researching lots of different downsizing and organizing strategies; everything from Marie Kondo’s life changing magic to 15 other methods that profess…

There is a growing trend for middle-aged women to embrace getting older by letting their hair go naturally grey. This trend is all over social media, fashion magazines, and the like. My response is, “Good for you! I salute you, sister, but don’t judge me if I keep coloring my hair…

Let’s face it. You’ve spent decades accumulating. Accumulating memories, responsibilities, worries, habits, maybe even grudges. Your mind is a jam-packed attic of experiences, some cherished, some, let’s just say, past their expiration date. But what if I told…

In any economic downturn, and heaven knows we’ve seen our fill by this stage in life, it’s easy to anticipate that women will be among the hardest hit. The Covid-19 pandemic has been no exception. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics…

So you’ve decided you’re going to finally lose those post-menopausal pounds. Starting today, you’re going to eat better. You make a yummy salad and bring it to work for lunch. You vow to cut down on sweets and exercise for an hour three times a week…

Retirement isn’t just about slowing down – it’s about rediscovering joy in the little things. Whether you’re adjusting to an empty nest, exploring new passions, or simply looking for ways to make your days more fulfilling, small shifts can have a big impact on your happiness…

In a previous story, I talked about a wonderful and most helpful game called “The What If?” game. For one or more players and requiring no pieces, boards, cards or timers, this game challenges players to consider what they will do if something unexpected happens during their senior experience…

People who go everywhere by car may have many complaints – traffic, the price of petrol (gas), or finding a parking space. But at least they can expect to travel in comfort…

This past fall, I had the pleasure of reading a book entitled: Do the Next New Thing: Embrace Uncertainty and Discover Purpose, Happiness, and Friendship written by Pamela Lamp. The book made an impression on me and prompted me to challenge interested women…