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
Life
Navigating the facets of everyday life including managing finances, growing old, being single, staying healthy and more.
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?
Futurecasting your life
The new year is here and many of us have already broken most of the resolutions we’ve made. This month, I want to encourage you to take a good hard look into your future and re-think some of those resolutions and goals in the context of what’s coming down the pike for you. It is called future casing your life. This exercise is valuable from a financial perspective, but because … [Read more...] about Futurecasting your life