No one plans to cancel their trip, but sometimes life happens. You might have been planning a trip for months, only to have a change of plans...
Death leaves us heartbroken. Visitors come to ease mourners’ pain, to share the sadness and to be of comfort. Some general lessons learned from loss....
Supination is the outward roll motion of the foot during walking or running. A normal supination is when you’re your heel lifts and the forefoot and toes are used to propel the body forward. ...
Research has found ways to slow down the progress of Alzheimer’s. Studies have also discovered the factors that can raise or diminish the risks of contracting Alzheimer’s disease....
The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is a time when you may be able to change your Medicare coverage for the better. ...
If you’re reaching your retirement years and have an empty nest, a smaller and more manageable house might be something to consider...
When it comes to use outside the U.S., not all credit cards are created equal....
There is no magic wand or pill for losing weight. However, there are a few good habits guaranteed to work long term no matter who or where you are....
There are many reasons for anxiety disorders, including stress, family history, and certain substance abuse. But did you know your diet may play a role?...
Facebook makes it easier than ever to reconnect with old friends. Learn the easiest ways to find them online....
You can’t go wrong with veggies. They’re full of fiber and nutrients while being low in calories. You’ll feel fuller, keep your digestive system working, and find it easier to lose weight. At the same time, the vegetables are colorful and interesting, adding something unique...
The Italian Tourist Board is not going to be happy with this latest travel piece, but the truth needs to be told....
Who knew? I wasn’t expecting much being divorced and in my fifties. I was a daughter, mother, grandmother and business owner...
For a trip down Memory Lane, and maybe to offer some ideas for summer travel, we decided to go back through our past few years of globetrotting and pick out our favorite metropolises along the way...
Research shows that three similar diets are proven to protect older folks from Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia...
For many boomer women, osteoporosis becomes a fact of life. Concerns over risk of fracture, brittle bones and a general sense of weakness can really slow you down. But there is some good news: you can take steps to protect your bones...
I have passed my mother’s age when she died, and I realize the mortality of someone close to your age is frightening, ”there but for the grace of God go I”....
Downsizing isn't just about moving, it is also about saying goodbye and getting rid of a whole lot of stuff. Time to let go and there's no turning back....
I've always had a Jack Kerouac dream to be "On The Road". There was a motorcycle and leather jacket prominant in the vision but in reality, at age 60, there is only a leather jacket and a compact rental car....
With the passing of each decade daily calorie expenditure drops...
This year the winter buzz was about finding hygge, the Danish word for coziness...
After recently viewing the moving and beautifully performed movie, Lion, I feel rather guilty about expressing my displeasure over such a trivial matter. But, here goes...
There are a lot of discounts out there that can make life as a retiree, or even as a person over 50, a lot cheaper....
The next challenge I face is how to deal with the “Travel Toiletry Challenge”, from here forward referred to as TTC...
Evidence shows that people have been living in Estonia for over five thousand years, establishing it as one of the oldest seats of power in Northern Europe...
Consider me “the alternative traveler” as opposed to the “get up and go” one. I have a tremendous fear of travel, over pack, and end up stuffing my suitcase. I get palpitations just thinking about the probability of a pre-trip panic attack. ...
Nearly 2.7 million people have glaucoma, a leading cause of blindness in the United States. The good news is that glaucoma is relatively easy to treat ...
I drink rejuvalac twice a day, it is fermented quinoa and a natural probiotic. I drink a cup of wheatgrass every morning and I add fenugreek to soups and salads...
Fashion bloggers today, most of whom in their 20’s, if that, are all carrying purses or shoes or clothes with a designers logo. Sometimes you don’t even see the blogger, all you see is the purse with the logo. When did we become...
Since the 1980s, the new forms of wheat that have been genetically modified cause inflammation in our bodies and trigger the increase in autoimmune diseases...
There are plenty of companies who appreciate the many pluses of hiring someone with a proven track record...
There are many chocolatiers all over, stop in and buy one piece at a time, you can even save one for your next cup of coffee. Sit and have a hot chocolate, they are outstanding...
Did you know that some mental health specialists say that short weekend breaks from routine life and work may make people happier than a long vacation?...
Resilience is a quality you must have in your 50’s and beyond, because while it is often better after 50, it sure isn’t perfect. Not even close....
As I get older I have put more and more emphasis on my personal grooming. It makes me feel good and I recognize that I AM IMPORTANT! I am diligent about getting my face waxed and my eyebrows professionally done. ...
Winter is coming…time to hunker down, pour a cup of hot chocolate, light the fire, and binge watch. There are some great new shows out there!...
All of us experience the ”Where did I put my keys or glasses?”, or “Why did I go into this room?” or “What’s that word I was looking for?” and most often, ”What’s his name?”...
I think sometimes life imitates sex – or, should I say, sex imitates life. But what does the election have to do with sex? ...
Most of us want to look our best and not look like someone who rolled out of bed and while half asleep threw on some odds and ends from the season - five years ago...
In a video I show you products and make-up tips to look better and prettier. The best part, it takes 5 minutes and you're out the door. ...
I read your response to "Loving but Distressed Daughter". How about the husband's parents?...
Finding gyms while vacationing. We will be visiting New York City, Tel Aviv, Rome, London and Paris. Get your sneakers and gym shorts ready....
Feel good about your parents being in the house with you and know that statistics show that families living in a home together foster closer bonds between generations...
As we get older our confidence in being able to ‘perform’ seems to effect us, but a great sex life means enjoying many different forms of play...
We are in the midst of a major health epidemic. Although the U.S. leads the world with the highest percentage of obese people, the rest of the western world is fast catching up...
A woman's moisturizing routine is a necessary and important step to overall appearance. I have done a video to show you how to apply the products and I reveal my hit list...
How to sell your business and still have a sex life. People in their 70’s, 80’s and even 90’s are having a fulfilling sex life....
Perhaps, too much emphasis is placed on obtaining a certain heart rate during exercise. For the routine exerciser what is most important is doing that 30- 45 minute workout program 5X per week or even daily ...
Don’t be afraid to discover the ever changing world and in the process expose our minds to new experiences, celebrate diversity and frequent places where young audiences attend...
Good skin is as much a part of fashion as designer frocks. Makeup embellishes our look, but how it is removed and how we treat our skin daily preserves the canvas for the total picture ...
One evening at the hotel we met a group of young people who came for a destination wedding...
Eight days in Budapest and Prague and three and a half pounds heavier ...
I sometimes walk down the streets of New York and I count people, actually count. 1, 2 people my age, over 60! 8, 9 people 20 to 35 years old. Then I compute fractions, 2/10, sometimes I think in percentages, 20%. In my exercise class,...
Dear Debbie, My husband is in his early 60s, fit and healthy. I too try to keep in shape and feel that I look good (and more importantly desirable). In fact my husband tells me often that I am beautiful. However, his desire to have sex with...
Do I stop off and get my java before class? Before my run? Does coffee interfere with exercise performance?...
We should be able to make decisions confidently by the time we are 50. We have had good practice up until now and probably made some life changing choices in the previous years. So why is it so much harder for me to...
Put in 100 calories per day more than you use, multiply by 7 days, then over a month you have gained a pound...
Dear Debbie, I have been married for over 30 years and until recently been faithful to the only woman I had ever been with. That changed on a recent business trip. An opportunity arose with a business associate, and I , have to admit, enthusiastically took advantage....
Bikini versus burkini. There are a world of choices in between…one piece, high leg, tankini, dresskini, body slimming, thigh concealer, and on and on....
Some people love the social aspect of the gym, meeting new people and making gym friends, dressing up with "fabulous sneakers" or need the " great outfit, where'd you get it?" reaction....
Gentlemen! How to stay hot looking even well into your 60s....
I loved working around young people, it kept me on my toes, I was more alert and fit and I love to be generous. It's good for the soul...
Google’s real name is “Google for Stupid People”. You can look up ANYTHING on Google and no one will ever know....
Spirit and energy is all about learning new ideas and opinions. ...
