Two Nations Divided by the Same Language (Attributed to Bernard Shaw)
Back in 2010, the British Guardian newspaper published a selection of angry letters from readers complaining about the increasing use of what they called ‘American slang’ in its articles. As one of them wrote…
Read MoreShort Book Reviews: New Worlds at Your Fingertips
In March, I was honored to moderate a panel of memoir writers at the Tucson Festival of Books. Meeting and interacting with these authors was memorable. Adiba is as funny and direct as her book. Asked by an audience member…
Read MoreVitality Domain #2 – How Your Mindset Impacts Your Life Span
We are continuing our exploration of the Vitality Domains that support our healthy aging. The second of four life areas that influence our health span is mindset. This encompasses our beliefs about aging, optimism, and mindfulness or presence…
Read MoreMelanoma and Me: Sharing My Journey
I have been on quite a journey; more like a roller coaster. If only one person reads this and takes action to investigate one’s own skin, then I have helped. I am usually immersed in how to age well, live well, and be well. I always considered…
Read MoreMindfulness – What Does It All Really Mean?
As we get older, life can become less hectic, especially as we move away from working longer hours, raising young children, and everything in between. With that, older adults are more likely to experience a new set of life challenges that can impact…
Read MoreIs Divorce Fear Wrecking Your Life?
It’s no secret that the process of separating from a partner and starting a new life alone can be daunting, overwhelming, and scary. The fear of the unknown can create an endless list of worries, doubts, and concerns that can make it difficult…
Read MoreIs Pollen Allergy One of Your Woes?
I used to dread the hay fever season. If possible, I would sit in a darkened room with a large box of tissues, feeling exhausted from the continuous sneezing. My eyes would run and itch. The roof of my mouth would drive me mad with its itchiness…
Read MoreThe Detachment Wall: How to Let Go of Your Adult Children
Some of us moms have a problem with our attachment to our children, to the point where the bond can become unhealthy. Can we love our children but not let their choices or behavior make us crazy? Is some detachment actually a good idea?
Read MoreThe Art of Successful Aging After 60
What is the defining characteristic of a trailblazer? As you ponder your answer, consider how it relates to our generation, as a whole. At each stage of our lives, there has been quite a bit written about how Baby Boomers rewrote the rule book…
Read MoreA Nursing Perspective: 38 Years Later
National Nurse’s Week in the US is May 6th to May 12th. The week honors Florence Nightingale’s birthday which is on May 12th. Nightingale is known as the founder of modern nursing. It’s been 38 years since I graduated…
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