A while back, during a long overdue, post-pandemic visit to Minnesota, my 13-year-old nephew Thomas asked me an important question, one I’ll never forget. “Auntie Dawnie, are you rich?” I smiled at his sincerity and replied, “What’s rich, Thomas?” He tilted his head, thinking. “Well… do you have a lot of money?” “What’s a lot of money?” I asked. He didn’t … [Read more...]
Online Learning Classes for Seniors to Enjoy and Stay Relevant
Senior adults are taking classes online as much as their younger counterparts. They may be trying to complete a degree they never had a chance to finish, advance their credentials, or indulge in their favorite hobbies. It can feel awkward when you're the oldest student in the class, and that's why online learning sites have become popular among older people to promote lifelong … [Read more...]
20 Ways to Boost Your Retirement Income With Side Jobs in 2025
The idea of “retirement” isn’t the same for everyone. Not all of us over 65 worked a 9-5 job, put money away in a retirement account, or have support other than Social Security. You may be at retirement age but don't want to stop working or want to try new pursuits. There are a wide variety of fun and creative side jobs that will help you generate extra cash and ease financial … [Read more...]
Great Health Is Our Best Retirement Asset
You worked hard all your life. Now you want to play hard, or maybe you just want to take it easy. Will retirement be everything you hoped for? In the US, the average retirement age for men is at 62 years old, and 59 for women. Meanwhile, life expectancy is 74 for men and about 80 for women. That’s quite a few years to navigate. No two seniors have the same experience with … [Read more...]
Gina Zollman: From Corporate Executive to Singer in Later Life
Did you ever wish you could have pursued a career in an artistic field but the responsibilities of real life made it difficult? Gina Zollman is a Baby Boomer who was Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Flame Gard, an innovative restaurant kitchen filter company. It revolutionized kitchen safety and was integral in setting innovations in that industry. Singing has … [Read more...]
