Why Is Skinny Attractive?

I take daily walks with my dog in the small lakeside community where I currently live. Many people here are walkers. Some, walk alone, some walk with friends, and then there are couples. I notice here, where the demographic is predominantly senior, that women who walk with their male partners are usually slim. Rarely, if … Read more

The Beauty and Joy of Growing Old – Together

People who think love is just for the young aren’t paying attention. Seniors are often happier in their romantic relationships than people a generation or two younger. That’s especially true if long-time partners anticipate a 40th, 50th, or even 60th celebration of their time together. There is an edge among older adults who’ve journeyed together … Read more

The Growing Phenomenon of Family Estrangement

Family Rejection can take many forms. A mother may reject a daughter. A father may reject a son. The daughter and son may reject their parents. Siblings may reject one another. Whatever the players involved, family estrangement is a growing phenomenon coupled with pain, loneliness, a feeling of betrayal, and stigma. No one affected by … Read more

The Gardening and Longevity Connection

The gardening and longevity connection, is it real? Well, consider this. In parts of Japan, Greece, Sardinia and Costa Rica, it’s common for people to live into their 90s and even their 100s. These “centenarian centers” feature a mostly plant-based diet, moderate exercise regime, and a strong social support system. And there’s one other thing: … Read more

Why Are Seniors Going Back To School?

Many college students are bright, young, and eager. But these days a new group of people is joining the college crowd. They’re also bright and eager, but they’re not young. Across North America, more and more seniors are going back to school. Whereas employers may sometimes be unenthusiastic to hiring the senior demographic, academic facilities … Read more

How Seniors Can Work And Make Money Online

In my recent online journey to learn social media and ways to make money online, I was surprised to discover how many other seniors are using the internet and new technology. Not only had they mastered it but they were teaching others, like myself, how to navigate this whole new planet of information. Are seniors … Read more

Does Medical Marijuana Hold Promise for Dementia Patients?

Medical Marijuana Provides Hope to Dementia Researchers and Patients Many times I watched helplessly as my mother who was diagnosed with dementia was administered psychotropic drugs to control her agitation. I advocated for her constantly but you can’t as a layperson argue with a physician about the best treatments. You don’t understand the disease or … Read more