I’ve been a nomad most of my life and have lived in a variety of environments that included several large homes and apartments, a small Hollywood bungalow, a double-wide mobile home, a room in a home, and now an ADU (additional dwelling unit). Since the tender age of four, I’ve lived exclusively in Southern California in 28 different locations. At various times, I enjoyed … [Read more...]
How to Reduce Stress When You Are Over 50
Anxiety is a common complaint for those of us who are older. It's easy to freak out when friends or family are dying or we are in a financial bind. Still, we don’t want our blood pressure to go up to unsafe levels. Here are some suggestions on ways to reduce stress so you don't end up having a heart attack. Take a walk Walking is my saving grace. I do it religiously … [Read more...]
7 Survival Tools Every Woman Over 50 Needs to Have
The inspiration for this post came from a woman I met at an event. She was talking about survival tools that women over 50 need to make it through the next few decades. I also added my own. 7 survival tools every woman over 50 needs to get through the next few decades If we're lucky, LOL 1. Your own bank account When I was married, my husband and I had a joint bank … [Read more...]
How to Future Proof Your Home with a Stylish Residential Elevator
Aging is inevitable, but it does not have to be awkward. Approaching retirement gives rise to many debates and one central question is what are your housing choices are going to be? The great news, now, is that downsizing is not the only option available to you. Enter the practical, stylish, yet affordable private residential elevator marketplace. More and more homeowners … [Read more...]
Parkinsons Disease: Know the Complex Symptoms
I interviewed Sarah Jones, MPA, MS, and CEO of PMDAlliance. Her organization did a survey on the impact of non-movement symptoms on people with Parkinson's Disease, which is a progressive, neurodegenerative disorder. The symptoms people typically associate with the disease is either a hand tremor or an almost paralyzing stiffness. But there are more complications than many … [Read more...]