Pandemic Fatigue: What Is It and How to Beat It?
The first thing that happens is that I burst into scorching tears of anger. What prompts this awkward response? An email message from Instacart popping up in my inbox canceling the order I had spent over an hour placing…
Read MoreWhat Covid Quarantine Taught Me About Being Retired
There were many good things that came out of my experience with my first, and I hope last, quarantine of my life. But given how current events are playing out, quarantine restrictions may float in and out of our lives for some time to come…
Read MoreNeed an Easy, Available, and Affordable Stress Reliever? Turn to Your Ears!
These are challenging times, and we all are seeking ways to relieve our stress. This is especially true for those of us over 60, since our risk of serious coronavirus repercussions is very high. The pandemic has caused us stress at the local, national, and…
Read More10 Caregiver Tips to Use if You Are Feeling a Little Overwhelmed
I signed up for my caregiving journey quickly. My strong, healthy, WWII-hero Dad had to be taken off an airplane in a wheelchair. He had gotten so sick during the flight the attendants were concerned for his well-being. Read More
What is Honesty? 6 Ways to Live an Authentic Life After 60
What keeps you awake at night? That loaded question has so much punch to it. So many things can contribute to bad sleep. If all that depends on you is going as it should and you are still having trouble sleeping at night, perhaps it’s time to be really honest with yourself. Read More
4 Key Ingredients for Successful Aging
Wikipedia defines successful aging as “physical, mental and social well-being in older age.” The authors of Successful Aging: The MacArthur Foundation Study, John Rowe, MD, and Robert Kahn, PhD, define it as “the cross-section between three components.” Read More
Craft Room Ideas: How to Remodel Your Basement as a Personal Craft Room
Some of us are blessed with a space where we can relax and work on our crafts. Others don’t have a space but have the funds to work on our craft room ideas. I am blessed to fall into the latter category. This is the story of how my personal creative space came into being. Read More
The Growing Trend of Older Women Living Alone
After a very emotional and fast-moving turn of events, my partner of 18 years was bundled into a car by his concerned daughter, and I watched them drive away, feeling very alone. Read More
How to Cope with Sleepless Nights and Mid-Afternoon Slumps After 60
As I move through my 60s – somewhat bemused by my imminent ageing – I notice that my sleep patterns are changing. Are your sleep patterns changing with age? Gone are the days when I needed an alarm clock to wake me up…
Read MoreWhich State Is the Most Exciting to Retire To?
When you’re heading into retirement, there are a number of things you’ll automatically start to consider, including your health, finances, and living arrangements. But there are lots of exciting things you’ll want to factor in, too. From the ease of finding social events and meeting new people to being able to enjoy your favorite hobbies […]
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