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Life & Lifestyle
Turning Passion Into Purpose After 50: 3 creatives living their dream
Maybe you’ve had that twinge when you were knitting or baking or refinishing a piece of furniture you found at…
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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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In the Garden
Keeping Vegetables Fresh from the Garden to Your Table
You’ve spent the summer weeding, watering, and tending your garden. Now the harvest is here. Here’s how to make every…
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In the Garden
Start Your Own Vegetable Garden and Save Money on Fresh Food
With food prices climbing, a backyard garden—or even a few containers on your patio—can save money and put the freshest,…
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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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In the Garden
Flower Power in Your Garden: Add color, pollinators, and joy to your outdoor space this spring
Nothing brightens the landscape more than colorful flowers and foliage — and spring is the perfect time to add flower…
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