It’s happened again. I was walking almost every day. My joints felt loose, and my arthritic pain was minimal. Then I missed a day, then two days in a row. Then we had a few days of rain and I elected not to go to the indoor track. Then a dear friend died…
Read MoreThe independent living lifestyle can feel unsettling if one is new to it. On the other hand, it can be an exciting new life phase. Whether you are new or are already swimming the deep waters, you do have freedom that is not achievable if you have dependent children…
Read MoreMy question is: Why do you think of yourself as lazy? Often, what we think is laziness is just a natural response to uncertainty or insecurity. The entire fashion industry is based on insecurity. The entire fashion industry is based on insecurity…
Read MoreWhether you’re a seasoned crafter searching for something new or a newbie looking to explore an artistic outlet, punch needle offers an enchanting experience that keeps you hooked. This ancient embroidery technique has resurfaced…
Read MoreFor many of us, the idea of switching to a healthy, organic diet seems out of reach because the perception is that it’s too expensive. Is that really true? It can be difficult to pinpoint the answer because we all have different food purchasing habits…
Read MoreWe all probably spent more time in our slippers in the year during the pandemic than any other time in our lives. Some of us need new slippers! Being comfy in our footwear at home is important and having slippers that cuddle your feet and keep your toes…
Read MoreLast year, for the first time, I traveled with a borrowed carry-on for a two-week international trip. I had always traveled with a checked bag, mostly filled with way more than I needed. Switching to the carry-on forced me to rethink how I pack…
Read MoreMany of us have looked forward to retirement during those busy years of managing a career and bringing up a family. The first few months may well be spent savoring the freedom of not having to get up at a certain time and manage the demands…
Read MoreMany women are trying to lose weight after 60. Unfortunately, with nature playing tricks on our metabolism, it feels like we have to work twice as hard to move those pounds. Most of us have found out that diets don’t work…
Read MoreLast year, I asked the women in our community how they make money in retirement. Their answers were amazing and showed just how creative our generation has become when it comes to supplementing our income in the best years of our lives…
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