Rightsizing: A Positive Approach to Downsizing for 50+
As retirement and empty nest syndrome approaches, it’s natural for those 50+ to take stock and think about what…
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On This Mother’s Day, A GenX Mom Reflects On All The ‘Lasts’ We Don’t See Coming
As Mother’s Day is here, I cried in the shower the other day. And then again in the parking…
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New Study Details How Moms Really Want to Be Celebrated on Mother’s Day
Don’t make mom cook, work or wake up early this Mother’s Day. These things should go without saying, but…
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Gray Divorce, Red Ink: The Hidden Costs of Divorce After 50
No one is the same person in their 20s as they are in their 50s. Raising children, various careers,…
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Uncover the Benefits of Senior Centers (no, They’re Not Nursing Homes)
Loneliness and social isolation are significant issues among older adults. The recurring losses of spouses or friends, hesitation to…
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New Study: Rising Costs Forcing Critical Trade-offs for Seniors
Inflation has been trending downward since last year, but seniors are still feeling the pinch. More than six in…
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New Study: How your grandkids can help your dating life
Dating in the 21st century comes with its unique challenges, especially as more people seek love through dating websites…
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Where Did I Put That? Misplacing An Important Message
I’ve got to call my friend back. I know she … contacted me, but I can’t remember what it…
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Just What Is a Fashion Crime at 50+? And Do You Even Care?
At some point after 2013 (about the time I transitioned from a 20-year teaching career into a writing career,…
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How to be a great long-distance grandparent
It’s a specific kind of ache, isn’t it? That hollow space inside when you realize you’re looking at a…
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The Benefits of ‘Purpose’: Why It Matters Later In Life
Throughout our lives, we accept a number of predefined roles, each with associated tasks, schedules, and behavioral expectations. These…
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7 best camping (and glamping) ideas for a multigenerational trip
Camping is one of the best bonding experiences a family can have. Everyone puts away their phones. Kids spend…
