BE POSITIVE BUT BE REAL…how an introvert and a boomer views the world
Father’s Day is definitely an underrated holiday. Where would we be without them? Not here, for sure. My dad has been gone for over 20 years now. There are days when something will just pop up in my head and remind me of him. I recall some difficult times and some fun ones. My father […]
Read MoreSo once again the question comes up, are you a grandma yet? The answer for now and the other 100 times I’ve been asked is no, not yet. That decision is not mine to make. However, you would think that is exactly what some people, especially women, think. I have two wonderful children. One is […]
Read MoreSo in the process of trying to live longer and feel better, let’s face it, not everything you eat makes you feel good. There are those of us who pride ourselves in attempting to do the right thing and eat healthy. There are those of us who eventually get payback from all that good stuff. […]
Read MoreThis is the one question I ask myself everyday. It’s not that I can now, but what about a few years down the road. My husband and I don’t envision ourselves eating the cats food, but not prime rib either. The harsh reality of it all is, we may have to work longer than we […]
Read MoreThis isn’t anything you haven’t already heard from all the advocates out there for seniors. Take charge of your health can apply to anyone, but it is particularly important for older adults. No one knows their body and its functions as well as you do. If it doesn’t feel the norm to you, then by […]
Read MoreMemorial Day, is just not what it used to be. I suppose this might come out sending like an editorial. If it does, then oh well. The holiday weekend is upon us and so begins the official start of summer. You may be on your way to the beach, or planning your weekend cookout. Perhaps, […]
Read MoreI chose this topic because of my ride home this afternoon. It took me an hour, which is becoming more the norm than not. My drive time on the average should be only 30 minutes. Our region is in the top five for commute times. I will vouch for that study. However, now that I […]
Read MoreI turned 60 last year. It was not a big deal to me. I didn’t want a big party and everyone in my circle knows I hate surprises. I actually felt the same when I turned 50. Those birthdays were milestones to me for the mere fact that I was still around to celebrate them. […]
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