Are you frustrated because your Social Security payments only go so far, and you want more fun and flexibility in your life? Does hanging around the house make you feel invisible while young people are getting things done? Maybe you've thought of becoming an online freelancer to make extra money using your lifelong skills. I interviewed Winton Churchill, who is an author, … [Read more...]
Why Pickleball is Trending for Active Seniors
There are two key things in life that seem to inherently become difficult as we age and particularly once we pass 50. (Well, okay, there might be more than 2 things that become more difficult ... but I'm only discussing two). Let's face it, for many of us, Redefining Your Day Many people are consumed with the responsibilities of family and jobs and in some cases, … [Read more...]
What Should You Do Before Starting a Business Later in Life?
According to US News & World Report, “Retirement is different now than it was just 10 years ago.” The number one reason is because of extended life expectancy. Your parents and grandparents might’ve had 10-15 years after retirement. Now you can expect 20-30 years. With retirement possibly lasting several decades that means your expenses need to cover a longer period … [Read more...]
Why I’m Obsessed With Britbox and British TV
I watch television at night for several hours on streaming and gravitate toward British features and television shows. The reason? They are well-written and the acting is stellar. The stories make sense and are intelligent. I find most of them on Britbox and PBS Masterpiece which can be added to an Amazon Prime account for less than $10 per month. I have many favorites and … [Read more...]
Best of Boomer Blogs: Memorial Day Weekend During COVID-19
It’s Memorial Day Weekend, usually, the time we honor fallen heroes, have picnics, BBQs, and large gatherings. But this year is different. At the time of this writing, we have 100,000 people lost to COVID-19, many of us are still locked down, with businesses and venues just beginning to open up again. The world is in a state of change, whether it’s the future of travel, how … [Read more...]