4 Questions to Ask When Buying Pearl Jewelry
For many years, we witness a great phenomenon – the growing popularity of pearls. Years ago, pearl jewelry became one of the biggest jewelry trends. Contemporary powerful women, including Kamala Harris, Michelle Obama, Hilary Clinton…
Read More4 Best Flip Phones for Seniors
In the last decade, the majority of cell phones on the market have moved away from being flip phones. Many younger consumers seem to see flip phones as outdated and relics from the past. But, interestingly, many of the phones that are marketed to older adults seem to be flip phones for seniors. This design […]
Read MoreSafestep Walk-In Tub Review
You’ve been looking for a walk-in tub to fit your needs, and that allows you to still have independence while you bathe. On the other hand, maybe you’ve been experiencing a nasty bout of vertigo when you walk into the shower, or you’ve been getting a little paranoid that a fall while you shower is […]
Read MoreGrowing into My Love for Gardening
I married a bona fide farm boy/nature lover. When I met Dave, he was a grad student in the biology department, and he was teaching Botany. He has always planted things. I love that he has planted trees anywhere we have lived and especially that he is…
Read MoreGifts for Grandchildren: Choosing a Present they Will Remember
One of the great joys of being a grandmother is spending time with our grandchildren, seeing them enjoy the little moments every day, watching them learn and grow – and then sending them back home to be with their parents…
Read MoreHow to Effectively Shop for Medicare
Many of us don’t realize how many options we have when it comes to healthcare. As you near retirement, you probably assume that you’ll get Original Medicare and nothing else. While you can do this, there are many other options out there…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Kidney Disease, Dialysis, and Medicare Coverage
Kidney disease is a serious condition that worsens over time and can lead to death, without proper treatment. The kidneys filter waste out of the body, but when they start to lose function, this can lead to a host of serious symptoms that interfere with everyday life…
Read MoreCaregiver Stress Prevention Guide
Caregiving for a family or loved one can be an extremely stressful experience for the caregiver. This stress can have a devastating impact on the caregiver’s physical and mental health and can also generate a wide range of conflicted emotions. Often caregivers find themselves feeling hopeless, as if the situation that they are in is […]
Read MoreYou Can Go Home Again – 7 Joys and Challenges of Repatriating
Many have fantasies about leaving home and moving to a destination that calls your heart. There are lots of articles about expat living, the joys and challenges of adjusting to a new country and new culture. But few people talk about…
Read MoreTop 10 Things to Do Before Retiring
In many ways, retirement feels like crossing the finish line of a very long race. It’s the milestone that we all work towards throughout our careers. But it’s important not to retire too early. Doing so could make it difficult to enjoy your newfound freedom…
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