Growing up in a loving family, I was taught good manners, kindness, honesty, and love for other people, (regardless of race, gender, nationality, skin color, religion, or customs.) I say, “Please,” “Thank you,” “Excuse me,” and other appropriate phrases, because it is good manners. I open doors for people who are elderly or disabled; mothers … More The Kindness Boomerang
The phoenix was a mythological creature who dates back to Ancient Egypt, but its story has been used for symbolism of similar ideas and beliefs in many cultures. It is usually depicted as a large red and yellow bird, who has no male or eggs in many stories. She is destroyed each year with a … More A Tale of Two Phoenixes
Every day I find myself smiling at something on Facebook, or about something funny my cat does, or photos of my grandchildren or any children being cute. Smiles come naturally when you are pleased, happy, thankful, or filled with joy from any of a variety of stimuli. Look in the in the mirror and see … More Show Them You Care
I will be 75 years old this summer and almost 5 years away from being 80. I am told that I don’t look my age; some people don’t know that I had back problems after nursing for thirty-seven years, get stiffness in my back from scoliosis, and have a few bulging discs. My facial wrinkles … More I’m Getting Older
My Aunt Helen was a unique and special aunt, who passed away in 2009 at the age of 92. Her lifestyle and her senior years continue to influence my life, as I continue into my senior years. Aunt Helen lived a zesty life. She had cared for her mother, during her illness until her death. … More Aging with Style and Panache
First horror tale for the road. I went to a car repair business, I think it was to change the oil. They seemed nice enough. So I released my car to them for 30 minutes. As I was leaving I heard a strange, consistent rattling from under the hood. I drove about five miles or … More Horror Tales of Car Repairs
Last year, I turned 74. I do not fear aging. So far aging has only affected my back and knees, my brain, my skin and other things I can’t share. But I am thankful for the good health that I do have. I have a good life. My mind is sharp, except for lunch dates … More I’m Getting Older, Thankfully
This is a great story of what can happen when you listen to that still small voice in your head telling you to help or give something to someone. Several years ago I bought a solar energy powered sunflower for a dollar to place on my car’s dashboard. It reminded me of the one … More What Goes Around
Feisty: “to be bubbly, energetic, zesty, lively, and scrappy.” So how do we incorporate these qualities into our lives in our senior years? As we age it is so easy to stay home, thinking about the past or about the reasons we never do the things we want to do. My first recommendation is to … More Ten Ways to Be a Feisty Senior
Desiderata – Words for Life By Max Ehrmann Go placidly amid the noise and haste,and remember what peace there may be in silence.As far as possible without surrenderbe on good terms with all persons.Speak your truth quietly and clearly;and listen to others,even the dull and the ignorant;they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive … More These Verses Give Us Wisdom
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