My friend Ken is one who wants the best for seniors in our community and he works hard to this end. He and I have different outlooks on this issue, but we agree that seniors need to be heard. In a recent newsletter, Ken started a call for action by recalling how we, as seniors, […]
I was thinking about the decline in reading culture and wondered if this is a bad thing or just the next step in the evolution of how humans expand our understanding of the world, providing us with facts, insights, and perspectives including language development, cognitive development, imagination and creativity, empathy and emotional intelligence, personal growth […]
The Top 10 Reading Statistics and Facts. The source of the following is https://comfyliving.net/reading-statistics/ · 43 million US adults possess low literacy skills. · People aged 15–44 in the US spend 10 minutes or less per day reading. · 27% of adults in the US didn’t read a book in 2018. · The United States literacy […]
Reading provides entertainment and serves as a means of escape from daily routines. Engaging in a captivating story or an intriguing narrative can be an enjoyable way to relax, unwind, and experience moments of pleasure. Not only can we read to find ways to relax, unwind, and experience moments of pleasure we can watch a […]
Step into a world of enchantment, where every page holds a new adventure, and every screen unveils a captivating tale. In a world brimming with daily routines and responsibilities, it is essential to find a moment of respite, a chance to escape the mundane and immerse us in a realm of wonder and pleasure. Both […]
For the readers out there who love horror here are some books for your Halloween reading taken from Good Reads. Book Written and House Beautify web pages. 1. We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson 2. The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin 3. Little by Edward Carey 4. Daughter of […]
Reading helps us engage in Personal growth. Many people engage with various mediums to enhance their personal growth and increase their self-reflection. Reading self-help books, memoirs, and philosophical works expose us to different perspectives, stimulating deep thinking about our values and beliefs. Some argue that the decline in reading culture means that over time society […]
I have a friend who takes pride in not being a reader. Surprisingly, he is not alone in this. According to the Bureau of Labour Statistics, in the US, people aged 15-44 spend only 10 minutes or less per day reading. However, it’s worth noting that the amount of time spent reading outside of work […]
During this weekend, many will be planning their family Halloween celebrations, children and adults will be seeking out the best costumes and party planning will be in full swing, but there are some who will not join in to these celebrations. For some seniors and others, they will continue trying to break the chain of […]
Retirement, the much-awaited phase of life, can truly be a breeze! While financial comfort is important, it’s just a piece of the puzzle that makes up a happy and fulfilling retirement. Surveys, including a recent one from the Alliance for Lifetime Income, reveal that many Americans worry about outliving their savings. However, let’s not forget […]
