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I've heard from many people who "retire" that they don't know how they had time to work their 40-hour day job now that they're retired. I find there's a LOT to do daily, but then there are times when boredom creeps in. For example, when my husband is out of town for softball tournaments, I have time to focus on things I want to do. So instead, I spent time rearranging my … [Read more...] about How To Manage Boredom

Is there really one question or method that can help you answer each or all three of these questions? Let’s find out. First, a few thoughts about each. And, I’m going to approach this in a way that’s somewhat different than anticipated. Life Purpose  This one gets a lot of play. I think it’s because many of us feel if we know without doubt what our purpose is, we can … [Read more...] about How Can I Identify My Life Purpose, True Goals, Or Bucket List?

We use many buzz words in our society. We enjoy them because they ease us into a new way of thinking and make us feel smart and up-to-date when we say them. Some modern words for uncomfortable occasions sound bright and cheerful, but many carry with them a deeper and more dreadful meaning for some. Take the  word "downsize" that can be traced to the year 1975. The … [Read more...] about You Cannot Downsize A Heart

If there is one thing the traditional medical profession and pharmaceutical industry  generally do not like it's SUPPLEMENTS. Here are three of their "important" reasons why they don't: If you eat a good diet you don't need to take supplements. Just about everyone knows the typical American diet is loaded with saturated fats, sugar, dyes, refined carbohydrates and chemicals. … [Read more...] about Food Supplements Are Dangerous?

We all experience having a short fuse at times, though for some, at least, it seems that the fuse burns up faster than might be helpful to anyone, especially themselves. There are a number of causes. Let’s consider a few. First, to clarify, I’m talking about run-of-the-mill stuff, not that which should never be tolerated. That said, running out of patience or tolerance is … [Read more...] about What Is a Short-Temper Fuse Really About?

As we age, I hear the term age appropriate when it comes to just about anything! I hear it relating to fashion, hair and makeup, music preferences, how we should eat, how we should live, and the list goes on. My question is are we standing in judgment when we see someone wear an item of clothing meant to be worn by someone younger? Is age appropriate a phrase we … [Read more...] about What Does “Age Appropriate” Really Mean?

As a writer, my mind is always in motion. I can look at a discarded gum wrapper and get a story line going. Fellow writers know this. I can think, "How far has this gum wrapper traveled?"as it blown by the wind, thus landing unceremoniously at my feet. Did the person who bought the gum enjoy the entire pack or did they share with others? If it is the outer wrapper (as … [Read more...] about Trying To Make Dreamers, And Writers

When I think about what I have done over the years that has really made a difference, one thing that stands out is that I have worked (and am working) well beyond retirement age. I consider it a blessing because it has kept me out of what I call the "senior culture." The senior culture  is a well defined mindset and  lifestyle with a focus on living life as a pastime. Golf, … [Read more...] about Preparing For The “Really” Good Life