Life & Lifestyle
From downsizing homes to embracing timeless fashion, navigate the vibrant life post-50. Engage in lifelong learning, delve into hobbies & pastimes, and explore communities that make aging gracefully a beautiful journey.
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Walk In or Log In: Your Library is a Great Destination
One of my favorite memories is walking to my grandparents’ home from school every Friday via a path through the…
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This Year Can Be Your Best Year Ever!
When I was a kid, people said anyone over thirty was over the hill. Now, at fifty-four, I call B.S.…
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Toss Out the Old, Let In the New Possibilities
New Year’s resolutions bring reflection on the past year and plans for the coming year. On the list somewhere is…
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Here’s How Much More the Typical Baby Boomer Makes than the Typical Millennial in Every US State
Older workers in the US tend to make more money than younger workers, but the extent of the income gap…
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Dog Park Etiquette Tips
By AKC Staff ~ If you’re an urban or suburban dog owner, you’re likely familiar with the local dog park. It’s…
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Midlife Liberation — It’s Time to Go for It!
We spent our first twenty years growing up. Most of it we don’t even recall and much of what we…
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Yes, Someday Your Prints Will Come
My wife and I went to an eighth-grade football game where our granddaughter’s band was playing spirit music and I…
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Large Barge Cruising in France…The Understated Luxury of Floating Aboard a Piece of French History
Imagine yourself spending a week aboard a vintage luxury barge cruising along a medieval canal. Your typical day begins with…
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7 Things You Can Do With Your Dog’s Fur
Dog fur can be a real annoyance for those of us who own canine companions. It gets on our clothes…
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Conflicted About Getting a Pet Because You Think You’re Too Old?
Story at-a-Glance Pet ownership offers many physical and emotional benefits for seniors, although practical matters, such as health status, must…
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Caring for Aging Pets can be Emotionally and Physically Taxing
Pets age faster than people, so it’s important to be realistic regarding the demands of pet ownership as both you…
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Owning a Pet Is Good for Your Health
Walking is great for your health, including when you’re older, and having a dog is a great impetus for getting…
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Changing Lanes: Reinventing Ourselves in Our Fifties
In my twenties, I imagined my fifties would be a time when I started to slow down. At fifty-four, I…
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Hi Tech. Lo Tech. No Tech.
Exploring ways to learn about, live in and navigate your world. One of my passions is learning. Another is finding…
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