So, I finally overcame my shyness and made a video of myself in my isolation chamber during the lockdown here in Los Angeles. As I mentioned in the VIDEO below, it's kind of silly of me to be shy about making videos because for one thing, I have a SAG card. Still, there's always the anxiety we have as Baby Boomer women that we're too fat, our wrinkles will show, and … [Read more...]
Retirement Relocation Tips: Is a Big Move Right for You?
If you’ve recently retired, or plan to in the future, you may be considering moving to a new part of the state, country, or world to spend the remainder of your years in your dream location. However, retirement relocation isn’t something to do quickly or rashly. There’s much to consider, from where you’ll move and live, to how you’ll spend your days and make your … [Read more...]
Social Distancing: When Staying In Isn’t an Option
I ventured out of my house today because I had to take my dogs to the vet and go grocery shopping. Normally, that’s no big deal, but now, in the days of COVID-19, social distancing is something you need to be practicing especially if you’re over 65. No one wants to get that dastardly bug, even a young person. I would have waited for the vet until the crisis was over but … [Read more...]
Baby Boomers and Isolation: How Are You Dealing with it?
If you’re over 65 or any age, I hope you’ve been stringently adhering to the guidelines put out by the CVC and are staying put in your homes. It’s a scary time right now as Baby Boomers are at higher risk than most. But dealing with isolation can be hard too. It can cause depression and even a spike in suicide for those who are vulnerable. The State of California officially … [Read more...]
Easy Ways to Sell Possessions to Unclutter Your Life
Ever since the financial crisis of 2008, I’ve gone from a 2500 square foot home, to a 1450 square foot mobile home, to a 900 square foot apartment and am now going to be living temporarily in a 10 x 10 room in someone’s house. Each time, I’ve had to sell possessions, so I won’t clutter up my living space. I don’t mind that much. They’re material objects and because I’ve … [Read more...]
