July 11th, 2023
Rita Robison
The approval of a new drug to treat Alzheimer’s disease is controversial. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave full approval to the drug lecanemab (Leqembi) Thursday to treat adults with Alzheimer’s disease. In January, Public Citizen, a consumer advocacy organization, urged the agency not to approve the drug. In a letter to the FDA, […]
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June 6th, 2023
Marianne Bailey
In a universe not too dissimilar from ours, there thrived a lively clan of individuals. They were not your run-of-the-mill folks; they were the trendy elders, the prime-timers who unearthed that the wellspring of affection doesn’t evaporate after 50. Instead, it surges forth with renewed energy and vitality. So, fasten your seatbelts, dear reader, as […]
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June 3rd, 2023
Marianne Bailey
How to Embrace the Empty Nest and Thrive in Your New Space As your children have grown up and moved out, leaving a quiet and often empty house in their wake, you might find yourself contemplating the practicality of the spacious family home. You are not alone in this thought. Downsizing is a common path […]
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May 30th, 2023
Rita Robison
On Memorial Day, I rushed over to REI to see what I could find at its “biggest sale of the year.” REI’s clothing, shoes, and other items are so expensive I only buy things when they’re on sale. I found a pair of sandals that I like, Keens, $97. Also the sleeping bag that I […]
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April 30th, 2023
Marianne Bailey
Motherhood is a profound journey that goes beyond giving birth to human offspring. It encompasses an all-encompassing love, a nurturing spirit, and an unbreakable bond that transcends biology. As we delve into this expansive understanding, we must also consider a different kind of parenthood, particularly resonant among seniors—being a pet parent. Pets, whether they are […]
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April 29th, 2023
Marianne Bailey
Seniors Tackling Tech Changes Like Champs! The click of a button, the scroll of a mouse, and the sound of an alert weren’t frequent in the past. However, these are now the beat of our digital lives. While the younger generation may be quick to adapt, our senior citizens, those 55 and older, frequently find […]
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April 24th, 2023
Rita Robison
It’s been the second coldest April in history here in the Seattle area. And, then, there’s the rain, rain, rain. Even hail at times. Since I’m a photojournalist, I like to take photos of our state Capitol when the cherry blossoms are blooming. Many years it’s tricky to get a blue sky with the iconic […]
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March 29th, 2023
Marianne Bailey
The first e-bike that caught John’s eye was the Pedego Comfort Cruiser. As its name suggests, this bike was all about comfort.
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March 16th, 2023
Marianne Bailey
While cats and dogs are popular pets for seniors, there are other types of pets that can be just as rewarding and enjoyable. Here are five types of pets that seniors aged 50-70 should consider.
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March 5th, 2023
Marianne Bailey
Discover Tips and Tricks for Optimizing Your Libby App Greetings, my beloved elders! Are you sick of the library’s weighty books and your inability to meet due dates? I’m here to put your mind at ease by introducing you to the fantastic Libby app. To begin with, who or what is Libby? You can borrow […]
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