Not surprisingly, visiting Croatia is a dream of many of us with its coastline of fine sand beaches, historic structures, and beautiful national parks. Visitors can choose from many epic things here: hiking, trying affordable water sports, visiting bars, exploring the castles, and picturesque drive-through towns. If you are traveling to Croatia anytime soon, check […]
There’s an old saying in the sales world. “The confused mind says NO.” Clearly that has big implications when trying to sell a product or service. A prospect who gets confused by your sales pitch will revert to a NO answer all the time. On the other hand, a clear, concise explanation of the thing […]
As a knitter, I appreciate textures like you wouldn’t believe. This is one reason I wanted to talk about how to mix textures in clothing. Quote of the day: “It’s important to know when to stop taking feedback to heart. There’s more reward in taking a risk than in listening to naysayers who don’t understand […]
To combat ageism and promote an age-inclusive society, it is essential to challenge stereotypes and raise awareness about the valuable contributions of seniors. Fostering intergenerational relationships and encouraging advocacy and empowerment initiatives can also help break down age-related barriers. Furthermore, implementing age-friendly policies and legislation that protect the rights and well-being of older adults is […]
I was reading a post in The End Game written by Don Akchin where he said, “The difference between friends and old friends, in my mind, boils down to this: Friends know what you do and what you say; old friends know who you are. They know the Original You, before the trappings of education, […]
The battle goes on with aging parents who are living alone or without family nearby and their adult children. From the kids’ point of view, their parent is just not safe in that big house anymore, with the declines that often come with aging. Perhaps the elder has lost a spouse or partner and there […]
Finding Peace in These Difficult Times By Joan S. Peck Not so long ago, a woman remarked that I always seemed calm and unflustered. By the tone of her voice, I thought what she meant was that I was oblivious to my surroundings, or else I would be as upset as she was about what […]
Hello book lovers! In celebration of Women’s History Month, I would like to present to you, poet, writer, and educator, Lucille Clifton. Born Thelma Lucille Sayles, in Depew, New York, she moved with her husband James Clifton and family to Baltimore, Maryland in 1967. In 1969, she published her first poetry collection, Good Times, that […]
For the past several months, I have been consulting as a speech/language pathologist at a nursing and rehabilitation facility in a small upstate New York town. Initially, it seemed like the building was in the middle of nowhere…a small town that had likely seen better days. However, after a time, I realized it was […]
Photo by Mr-Panda via Pixabay Attract the Right Job Or Clientele: Updating Your CV with Professional Help Is Beneficial One of the most vital parts of your job hunt is your CV. It’s the document you choose to use that lays out your entire professional and educational history to entice employers to hire you. It is your first chance […]
