Why Everything Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect All the Time
Let’s talk about your perfectionism. I know it’s there, because you’re interested enough in improving something about your life that you’re visiting this wonderful website! But if you want to lead a happy life, you need to accept less than perfection…
Read MoreCreating Your Path to Guitar
Whether you’re just beginning to play or you’re ready to take your guitar playing to the next level, you’ll find plenty of options for learning. While it’s great to have a lot of choices, it can also be overwhelming. But with a little introspection, information…
Read More10 Tips on Changing Your Perspective on Aging and Its Impact on Dating
Age is not just about the number of years you’ve lived or your physical appearance. It’s about your mindset and how you perceive yourself. As someone who has been assisting people in their online dating journey for almost three decades…
Read MoreThe Solo Journey Challenge
By choice or otherwise, 90% of us women will be left solely in charge of our household finances. Whether you become suddenly single through divorce or widowhood, the experience is a financial challenge. You may be dealing with half…
Read More5 Novels to Pack for a Trip
I am a mood reader. Sometimes I like a mystery or a thriller. Other times, I crave historical fiction. But during the summer, when I’m heading off on vacation or a weekend getaway, I prefer a quick, fun read – a book that keeps me turning the pages…
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 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 MorePiano Lesson 34: Mise en Place
Welcome to Lesson 34! Today I discuss the French chef’s term Mise en Place, and how, like a chef’s kitchen, musicians order their practice space to make it organized, efficient, and appealing. As you will see in my video, I am thrilled to be back in my original teaching space…
Read More6 Ways to Advocate for Seniors and Provide Support During a Hospital Stay
A stay in the hospital can be confusing, scary and painful. When an older adult is seriously ill, or after a medical emergency, they need extra support during their hospital stay…
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