Actress Melanie Chartoff kissed a lot of frogs, dealt with her parent’s dysfunctional relationship, and finally got married at the age of 65. She is the author of Odd Woman Out: Exposure in Essays and Stories and goes full-out on her tumultuous love life and passionate ambitions to make it on stage and screen. You may remember her as one of the stars of Fridays, an ABC … [Read more...]
Natural Born Guilt: by Jackie Mendelson – Baby Boomer Memoir
Jackie Mendelson is the author of the book “Natural Born Guilt: My Tragiccomedy: Happy to Hippie to Hooked”. She is someone I know personally and is a successful businesswoman and former senior executive of charitable organizations and foundations. However, until I read her book, I knew very little about her colorful past. Jackie was born into a nice Jewish family and grew … [Read more...]
A Movie Lover’s Search for Romance: Interview and Dating Tips
What’s it like looking for love when you’re over 50? For those who are single and entering the dating arena, the idea may seem scary. But, not necessarily. Joanna Charnas, a full-time social worker, and author chronicles some of her dating encounters in her book A Movie Lover’s Search for Romance. Watch my video interview with Joanna Click on the player … [Read more...]
Animal Telepathy: Learn How to Speak to Your Pet
Have you ever wondered what is going on in your pet’s mind? I just read a book about animal telepathy that is intriguing. It’s called “Hear Them Speak: A Twelve-Week Course in Telepathic Animal Communication” by Babette De Jongh. It will teach you how to communicate with your own pets or start a career as a pet whisperer. What are animals thinking about? I’ve always … [Read more...]
Expat Winton Churchill Helps Boomers Make Money as Freelancers
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 life-long skills. I interviewed Winton Churchill who is an author, … [Read more...]
