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Some people say that they hate to exercise, and then they go out and prove it by leading a sedentary and unhealthy lifestyle.  But I’m always intrigued by others who claim to hate exercising, but comfortably spend hours doing housework, yard maintenance and gardening, taking walks to shop or spend time with friends in the neighborhood, or go up and down the stairs of their homes multiple times a day.  If that describes you, I have some news.  You are exercising!  Any type of movement is a form of exercise.  Don’t feel guilty about not exercising.  Instead, accept it and treat... Continue Reading

From 1900-1930, the divorce rate in the USA was 1.1 out of 1,000 Americans. In the 1970’s it was 4, while in the 1980’s it was 5. Baby Boomers became the most divorced generation in USA history. Luckily today in 2022, the rate has dropped to 2.3 per 1,000 Americans. Perhaps the Baby Boomers’ children did learn from the mistakes of their parents. But the impact on all of our kids is the same, no matter what generation experienced divorce in their family. Divorce is a difficult and emotional process for everyone involved, especially for children. When parents decide to end their marriage,... Continue Reading

This much is known: The current state of Medicare does not adequately support the needs of many of the aging baby boomers. For those who require a more hands-on approach to care, their coverage is considerably lacking. The post The future for senior care within Medicare appeared first on McKnights Home Care.  Continue Reading

This is a Boomer to Boomer cautionary tale because we are all of a certain age: COVID is still floating around, and it is still unpredictable.  Here’s my story with lessons learned. I’ve have avoided COVID for the past three years and have kept current with the vaccinations/boosters available. A lovely family dinner did me in. We had gathered to attend a “Grands” day at my grandniece’s school, and the evening before we shared pizza and salad on a lovely late spring evening. No one was presenting any symptoms. 6 AM the next morning, we received a text that both of our hostesses from the... Continue Reading

Oftentimes, the hardest thing about a task is the process of getting yourself started.  Many great potential achievements and opportunities have been left on the drawing boards and in the minds of people who didn’t have the drive to get started.  They may have been too self-critical or perfectionistic or passive, or they may have lacked the confidence to share their ideas with the world.  It’s impossible to know how many great ideas never saw the light of day, but we can be certain that there are plenty of them. Make no mistake about it.  Getting started doesn’t ensure that... Continue Reading

My wife and I many times look at each other and say, “Why can’t I remember her name, or where actually did I put down my phone”. Memory loss is a common concern among seniors, and we are always looking for ways to improve our cognitive function and somehow enhance our memory. While some degree of memory decline is a normal part of aging, there are several strategies that seniors can adopt to boost their memory and overall brain health. From adopting a healthy lifestyle to engaging in stimulating activities, let’s explore actionable steps to unlock the secrets of sharpening cognitive function... Continue Reading

Let’s face it. The sad fact is that your teeth will likely wear out before you do. That can mean a substantial financial outlay if you are a user of American health care, as dental work is not normally covered by Medicare or private insurance. When my husband, Stu, was faced with the cost of extensive dentistry, we actually opted for treatment in Mexico. While this might seem exotic and even exciting, it actually was somewhat routine. And that’s the way we like our dentistry—no surprises.  What came as a BIG surprise was the extreme cost of treatment in the US. Six months ago,... Continue Reading

Every month of the year has pet awareness events. For instance, June is National Adopt a cat month, it is National Zoo and Aquarium Month, and National pet preparedness month. June also has National hug your cat day, International Corgi Day, World Pet Memorial Day, National take your cat to work day, Ugliest dog day and take your dog to work day. Why do we care about animals to give them so much attention? According to Forbes, 65.1 million U.S. households own a dog, 46.5 million households own cats and 11.1 million households own fish. 66% of US households (2/3) own pets. Americans spent $136.8... Continue Reading

Memorial Day, once called Decoration Day, is May 29, 2023. These days we remember the members of the armed forces who have died by decorating their graves, attending colorful parades with marching bands and a multitude of flags, and celebrating the national holiday. The general ambiance of the day is often solemn, but also upbeat. A deep dive into the history of Memorial Day via a multitude of internet sources reminds us that origins of this holiday are the result of four horrific years in United States history: Families were divided by choosing different sides. Communities were decimated. 620,000... Continue Reading

I consider myself to be a pretty motivated and productive guy.  Although I’m in control of much of my schedule, a typical day consists of work, physical activity such as walking and exercising, and spending quality time with my wife and often with family, neighbors, and other friends.  I know that I’m not too unique in that regard, but I don’t think that I would be as efficient or effective if I didn’t have routines for easing into the day and easing into the night. I think that a morning and evening routine is pretty important to enable your body and mind to wake up in the... Continue Reading