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Are you apprehensive about retirement? For many, retirement signifies departing from a career—a perceived loss. Though anticipated since youth, retirement’s arrival often evokes feelings of “jumping off a cliff,” “panic,” or “loss of identity.” However, retirement need not be synonymous with these anxieties. Instead, it presents an opportunity. Research indicates that by our 50s, 60s, […]

Don’t just plant to grow older with your partner. Plan to grow closer.  Meaningful projects with your partner are powerful bonding experiences. Giving back is great. Giving back together is better. Subscribe now When you think of giving back, what comes to mind? For most, it is a personal endeavor involving volunteering, mentoring, or philanthropy. […]

I had the pleasure of meeting with Shawn Perry, host of The Senior Zone radio show. He’s been connecting seniors in the Washington, DC, area with services for over a decade. His story is particularly interesting because he had a career in the Air Force, and when he retired, was influenced by his grandmother to […]

Photo by cottonbro studio: https://www.pexels.com/photo/monochrome-photo-of-couple-laughing-3692738/As the calendar turns to February and the aisles of stores don shades of red and pink, Valentine’s Day beckons us to celebrate love in its many forms. For empty nesters, this annual occasion may evoke a spectrum of emotions, from nostalgia for the days of homemade valentines and family celebrations […]

Photo by cottonbro studio: https://www.pexels.com/photo/food-and-drinks-inside-the-carton-box-6590920/ What brings you the most joy? Think of those activities that you willingly engage in without needing reminders or external pushes. Whether it’s reading, solving crossword puzzles, gardening, cooking, or playing a sport, these activities hold a special place in our hearts. However, have you ever wondered what would happen […]

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Storytelling is powerful. So powerful that it can shape a life’s courseIn the spirit of National Mentoring Month, I’d like to share the story of my relationship with my grandfather and how his storytelling shaped my life. My first mentor was my grandfather, Charles S. Crook, II, a decorated Captain in the US Army in […]

As the New Year unfolds, empty nesters find themselves at a unique crossroads. With children now grown and out of the house, it’s the perfect time to focus on your own financial well-being. As you bid farewell to the bustling chaos of a full household, embrace the opportunity to streamline your finances and set exciting […]

Have you ever had that sinking feeling when your favorite thing starts to feel like…duty? Think about reading. I remember years ago devouring page after page in book after book. Now, even picking up a book feels like a chore. After all of my emails and work-related reading, I feel like I need a break. […]