Culinary Adventures: Sampling Local Delicacies on Your Travels – Exquisite Gastronomic Experiences for Food Enthusiasts
For travelers with a passion for exquisite flavors and cultural immersion, the opportunity to savor the culinary delights of different regions is a gateway to unforgettable experiences. From bustling street markets to fine dining establishments…
Read MoreThe Mysterious Power of Comfort Songs
When I was in my early 20s, I rented a room in a sprawling mansion-turned-rooming-house that was in a beautiful part of Vancouver, Canada. Lots of tall, old trees lined the sidewalks. The area had a luxuriant park-like atmosphere…
Read More50th Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas
Love that withstands the test of time deserves to be celebrated in a truly special way, and what better occasion to honor enduring commitment than a 50th wedding anniversary gift? Reaching the golden milestone of half a century together…
Read MoreImprove Your Life by Tackling Tolerations: Stop Putting Up with ‘STUFF’
Women tolerate a lot. We put up with a lot of irritating annoyances. We’re taught not to complain, not to rock the boat, to go along with others, to be grateful for what we have, to be understanding, to be constantly available to family and friends…
Read MoreWhat Happened to Your Reading Life?
My husband and I were a Match.com pair made in heaven. Twenty years ago, when we met, I was a public school reading specialist, and he was a rare book dealer. We clicked immediately at our first rendezvous, and we’ve been going strong ever since!
Read MoreThe Secret to Finding Genuine Connection: The Shift from Mr. Perfect to Mr. Real in Mature Love
At this stage in life, many women find themselves weighing the idea of searching for the “Perfect Man” who fulfills all their desires against the reality of finding a “Real Man” who isn’t perfect but has what’s important for creating a good relationship…
Read MoreBack Pain: How It Becomes a Chronic Problem for Baby Boomers
You are not alone if you’re experiencing back pain. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 7.6 million older adults suffer from back and spine problems. That is more than twice the number of disabilities caused by heart problems…
Read MoreDiscover the Courage to Write Poetry
Poetry is the voice of the soul, and poets help us see a slice of the world in a way we might not have previously observed. Poets highlight details to cast light on feelings, images, or events. Poetry helps offer insight into both the human psyche…
Read MoreWhat I Learned About Downsizing and Condo Living – The Inside Scoop
I realized early in the process that downsizing from my big-ass house and moving to a condo wasn’t going to be easy. Although it was the right decision at the time, I was overwhelmed by the jaw-clenching enormity of the job. So I did the only sensible…
Read More10 Steps to Build Your Self-Esteem After 60
Life after 60 is a beautiful and vibrant time. However, there are numerous emotional highs and lows many people over 60 face. Is there a proven and effective way to balance your sense of well-being and love more of who you are in the face of life’s ebbs and flows?
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