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Money
When Should You Start Social Security Benefits? A Financial Expert Explains
The decision about when to start Social Security benefits is one of the most important — and confusing — choices…
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Book Reviews
Spring Into Reading: Books Your Grandchildren Will Love
Spring arrives in layers — first the crocuses, then the holidays, and finally the long, slow exhale of warm afternoons.…
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Health & Well-Being
The Healing Power of Cow Cuddling: How These Gentle Giants Soothe the Soul
Photos by Noreen Kompanik unless otherwise noted. Snuggling with cows may sound unusual, but bovine therapy is a growing trend…
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Retirement
Why 87% of Retirees Wish They’d Been Better Prepared— It’s Not About Money
It’s not about money. Here’s what they didn’t know — and what you still can. Retirement planning isn’t just about…
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Life & Lifestyle
Legacy Beyond Money: Passing on Your Values, Stories, and Wisdom
The richest inheritance has nothing to do with money. It’s in the stories you tell, the values you live, and…
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Life & Lifestyle
Finding Yourself After Retirement — Without Reinventing a Thing
You don’t have to reinvent yourself — you just have to remember who you are. I’m sure I don’t need…
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Life & Lifestyle
What the Cardinals Taught Us
A day or so after Palm Sunday last year, when spring’s newness still felt like a giddy novelty, our sister…
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In the Garden
Is Gardening Good for Your Health? The Answer May Surprise You
You already knew gardening was good for your garden. Here’s why it’s even better for you. As a child, I’d…
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Grandparenting
Science Says Babysitting Your Grandkids Is Good for Your Brain
A new study links grandparent caregiving to better memory, sharper language skills, and slower cognitive decline — especially for grandmothers.…
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Life & Lifestyle
Moving After 50: How to Make a Temporary City Feel Like Home
Whether it’s a job, a fresh start, or a place to land while you figure out what’s next — you…
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Children's Books
Spring Board Books Your Grandkids Will Love
Spring is here — and it’s the perfect time to curl up with your littlest grandchild and a brand-new board…
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In the Garden
Grow Vegetables and Citrus Trees in Containers
No yard? No problem. A sunny spot and a big pot are all you need to grow fresh tomatoes, peppers,…
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Travel & Destinations
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Travel & Destinations
How a Grandmother Inspired Her Grandson’s First Trip Abroad
A retired teacher, a teenage grandson, and the rocks that carry their story. When the phone rings, this grandmother answers…
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Travel & Destinations
The Road to Hana: Worth the Journey and the Destination
Is the Road to Hana worth the drive? I always say YES! Whether you’re checking it off your bucket list,…
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Travel & Destinations
Scottsdale Winter Wellness: A Blue Zone-Inspired Desert Escape
In winter, Scottsdale’s desert rhythm naturally supports a lifestyle rooted in movement, connection, and restorative calm, especially for travelers over…
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