Getting Older Requires Us to Find Our Own Meaning. Here’s How…
Do you ever ask yourself why we get older? Why do we continue to live for decades after our “productive” years end?
As our bodies lose their physical strength and mental sharpness, why do we continue? These are fascinating questions and, as we will discover, they get at the essence of what it means to find meaning in life after 60. Read More
Betty White Feels Sexy in Her 90s… Do You?
I don’t know who first said that the brain is the most important sex organ, but, whoever they were, they were correct! In our 20s and 30s, it is easy to think of sex as an entirely physical process. Unfortunately, this focus on our external appearance can lead to poor relationship choices, low self-esteem and a lot of confusion. Read More
Why I’m Happy My Writing Group Critiques My Work
A lot of the good writing teachers don’t recommend participating in writing critique groups. The ones who do, often offer a list of rules about being in such a group. Read More
How Starting a Blog in My 60s Impressed, Inspired and Baffled My Friends
I am a great fan of the internet in all its many forms, aren’t you? I love Twitter for the chat and the arguments. I enjoy fashion and makeup selfies from people who look to be just out of their rompers. I am fascinated by all those life affirming mission statements. Read More
After 60, Change Your Dress Style to Reflect the Way You Think and Feel
Dressing in an age appropriate way is something that strikes fear into the heart of many women. We don’t want to look like “Mutton dressed as Lamb.” We don’t want to look like granny. Read More
6 Important Considerations When Hiring Nurses for Home Care
It has been reported that each year in the United States, millions of people aged 65 and older fall. This results in hip fractures and other injuries. The consequences are sudden and serious. Read More
6 Steps to Writing a Memory Book
For some, writing a memoir is a cathartic experience, where the struggle and triumph of life’s adversity is laid bare. Read More
Travelling the World in Retirement with Only a Carry-on, Plus Our Packing List
Our lifestyle is now minimalistic so our travel style should represent the same.
Since 2013, we have travelled the world with too much luggage. Do you know the feeling? How many times have you packed clothes or even shoes that you didn’t even wear? Our goal was to travel lighter and smarter! Read More
Chasing the Will-o’-the-Wisp: Finding Your Source of Inspiration After 60
You know that elusive light that hovers over the wetlands in the twilight? It moves around and changes color, much as meteors do… Read More
Are Baby Boomers Suffering from Financial Shame?
Do you suffer from financial shame?
I ask this question because financial shame is far more common than most of us would like to admit. Everyone talks about how financially successful baby boomers are, but, this is just part of the story. Like every generation, we are struggling after the Great Recession. Read More