When we were growing up in the 60’s and 70’s we were told: “never trust anyone over 30.” Now that we’re over 50, I’m sure Millennials feel the same way about us. It’s hard to imagine your grandparents being tech savvy. But Baby Boomers have their heads in their phones almost as much as kids do. And there are plenty of Baby Boomers on social media even though we grew up playing … [Read more...]
Are you Getting Lost in the Minutia and is it Wasting your Time and Life?
To get things done, I often find myself getting lost in the minutia. You know, those annoying and time consuming little tasks that take forever to get done. It’s a good way to procrastinate and avoid doing the things that can move you forward. It also keeps you from connecting with people because you’re too busy filing, organizing, or filling in the blanks. When I’m … [Read more...]
Is Your Glass Half Empty or Half Full? How to Feel More Fulfilled
I’m a featured writer on the website SixtyandMe.com and wrote an article called 7 Reasons Having a Network of Girlfriends is Important As We Age. One thing I noticed in the comments was that some women happily embrace having friends or are open to meet new ones, while others feel isolated, alone, and sad. It was easy to see who viewed life as half empty or half … [Read more...]
Why Buying a Mattress has Never Been Easier for People Over 50
Online shopping has made buying a mattress and just about any other piece of furniture easier than it’s ever been before. Gone are the days of driving to a mattress store, scheduling a delivery or, even worse, hauling a big bulky mattress up flights of stairs or through doors to get it into the bedroom. For those of us over 50, easy is always better and good sleep is an … [Read more...]
Why Moving Over 60 Isn’t as Easy as it Used to Be
After months of trying to negotiate with our stubborn landlord, we’re moving. It’s a long story and not because of anything we did wrong. Luckily, I managed to finagle a good “exit package.” Our task is both exciting and physically challenging because moving over 60 is a pain in the – EVERYTHING! I’ve moved many times in my life starting when I was a kid. Staying put is … [Read more...]
