Found a wonderful plaque today that read: “A good marriage must be created. In marriage the little things are the big things. It is never being too old to hold hands. It is remembering to say I love you at the end of each day. It is never going to bed angry. It is speaking… Continue reading The Right Partner
Category: Over 50 and Fabulous
Beauty is not just for the young and neither is living.
10 Ways to Rev Up Your Energy Levels
Do you have days when it’s all you can do to climb out of bed? I think we all do. If it’s a continuing problem, you may want to visit your doctor to rule out any medical issues. But if you believe it is just the years catching up with you, perhaps it’s time to… Continue reading 10 Ways to Rev Up Your Energy Levels
Choose Your Retirement Lifestyle Now: Don’t Wait for Your Future to Become Your Present
If you are reading this website, you have probably reached the age of thinking about your retirement years, even if you haven’t actually arrived there. Hopefully, you have planned well for your golden years so that money won’t be a problem. Have you actually thought about your daily life when you no longer work a… Continue reading Choose Your Retirement Lifestyle Now: Don’t Wait for Your Future to Become Your Present
So You Want to Become a Snowbird
The term “snowbird” is familiar to all year-around residents of Florida and other warm-winter states that see an influx of part timers wanting to escape the cold temperatures of Northern climes from December to April of each year. I can’t speak for other states, but Florida certainly depends on the money those temporary residents bring… Continue reading So You Want to Become a Snowbird
You’re Only As Old As You Feel
(Photo used with permission from Spice of Life FB) How many times have you heard the expression, “You’re only as old as you feel?” According to a recent study by scientists at University College London, it might be true. If you feel younger than your actual age, you may live longer. If you feel your… Continue reading You’re Only As Old As You Feel
Senior Communities: Yes Or No?
Many of today’s seniors aren’t ready to accept old age. We are busy! We travel; we garden; we swim; bike; take classes; volunteer. And some of us even raise grandchildren. We don’t have time to grow old. But like it or not, the years will eventually catch up to us, and we’ll welcome the opportunity… Continue reading Senior Communities: Yes Or No?
How to Like (Or at Least Accept) the Way You Look Today
Two days ago, I “celebrated” another birthday. The quotation marks are because I’m not sure celebrating is the correct word. Although, I guess I should just be glad I’m still around another year to do so. One thing that gets harder and harder to do each year is to look in that bathroom mirror each… Continue reading How to Like (Or at Least Accept) the Way You Look Today
Sexy, Sassy Sis on Wheels
Had we not gone shopping last week with her being dropped off at the gardening section while I picked up groceries for both of us, Sis would never have become a freewheeling sexy, sassy senior. “Vickie, come to the grocery area. Vickie to the grocery area.” Knowing she was Vickie and that I was… Continue reading Sexy, Sassy Sis on Wheels
Cosmetic Surgery: Vanity Has Its Limits
A few years ago, my 50th high school reunion loomed a few months out. As it is for so many others, that event reminded me of my advancing years and wrinkles. The worst for me was my eyes. A television ad appeared at just the right time for a company performing facelifts on aging faces. I… Continue reading Cosmetic Surgery: Vanity Has Its Limits