Were you or did you ever dream of living the life of a hippie when you were young? In 1968 I was a junior in high school, so I was just a tad too young to revel in the summer of love. But you can still live the hippie commune or Golden Girls lifestyle now that you’re older. I’m in that situation now. After my boyfriend, who I lived with for 15 years, died, I temporarily … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About a Long-Distance Move
Whether you’re seeking some adventure in your retirement or are just sick of cold weather, making a long-distance move to a sunny state may be just what you need. After all, moving to a warmer climate doesn’t just mean you don’t need to deal with harsh winter. It also holds the opportunity for endless water and beach adventures, year-round outdoor activities, and, of … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Relocating During Uncertain Times
Many baby boomers are now considered ‘empty nesters’. If your children are grown up and gone, with families of their own, you might be thinking about relocating to a smaller place where you can enjoy retirement. In fact, 36% of boomers will move or plan to move when they become empty nesters. But relocating comes with its own set of challenges. One study found that 6 out … [Read more...]
Creating Healthy Change When You’re Stuck at Home
Due to the recent Coronavirus pandemic, many people have found themselves under some kind of “stay at home” order. In the United States, over 200 million people have had to remain under some type of lockdown for weeks. For others, being stuck at home due to COVID-19 may not feel like such a big change, especially if you have health conditions or other underlying factors that … [Read more...]
Would You Live With Roommates When You’re Over 65?
Who would have imagined I’d be renting a room and sharing a house with roommates at the ripe age of 60 plus? I certainly didn’t. I’ve always visualized myself living in a luxurious home by the beach decorated to fit my unique style. . . whatever that is. But that vision has yet to manifest. Life intervened several times, I made bad decisions, and now here I am – locked in … [Read more...]
