The internet has much to say about love, romance and dating for young people, business people, professionals and recently divorced. It has a lot less to say about love, romance and dating among elderly seniors. Most of the articles about falling in love late in life as a senior reference seniors in the first third of their senior years – the young-olds (age 65-74). Romance at … [Read more...] about Love late in life: Part 1, the good
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Navigating the facets of everyday life including managing finances, growing old, being single, staying healthy and more.
Friendship – viewing Valentine’s Day through an alternate lens
It’s upon us once more – the day reserved for romantic lovers. Flowers, chocolates, cards with big red hearts, and special dinners are synonymous with Valentine’s. For some, it’s an occasion to express their love in a special way – to nourish their exclusive relationship. But what if you’ve lost your loved one or if you’ve always been single? Just the thought of Valentine’s can … [Read more...] about Friendship – viewing Valentine’s Day through an alternate lens
Insidious forms of elder abuse
Marlene and her husband Gerry* lived on a small pension. They were comfortable and Gerry was able to put a little money away for a rainy day. The money grew and became a sizeable nest egg that Gerry bequeathed to Marlene in his will. After Gerry passed away, their eldest son, Marc asked Marlene for a portion of the nest egg that his father had told him about. He … [Read more...] about Insidious forms of elder abuse
Be willing to do the thing poorly, in order to learn to do it well
Do you remember that movie from the ‘90s, Groundhog Day? It’s the one where Bill Murray was stuck in a time loop, waking up every day being forced to re-live the same day over and over and over again. Do you feel like that sometimes? Like you are stuck – emotionally, spiritually, financially? February 2 is officially Groundhog Day – thirty-three days into the New … [Read more...] about Be willing to do the thing poorly, in order to learn to do it well
Exercise – are you ready to start?
I’m always surprised when I read about a 90 year old swimmer, diver, gymnast, ballroom dancer or runner who started the sport in their 50’s or 60’s. The headlines read: Meet the 80 year old bodybuilder - Amazing 91 year old gymnast - 72 year old cross-fit trainer - 58 year old pole vaulter breaks world record. Tri-athlete Edwina Brocklesby, 76, says, “I didn’t do any exercise … [Read more...] about Exercise – are you ready to start?