Posts Tagged With ‘ Royce Shook ’

As you may know, I have been diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Soon after I received this news, I received an email from a friend that is below. In the next post, you will see that I rewrote the post to reflect a more positive outlook.  Hi.  My name is Rheumatoid Arthritis. I’m an invisible autoimmune disease that attacks your body inside and out, making you want to scream sometimes and cry. I am now with you for life. I’m so sneaky—I don’t always show up in your blood work. Others around you can’t see me or hear me, but YOUR body feels me.  I can attack you anywhere and anyway... Continue Reading

 After your kids left, being an “empty nester” would have taken some getting used to. When children leave home, some couples enjoy a second honeymoon. Fast forward to today, and you’re embracing the senior citizen phase of retirement with your significant other. Just as in those earlier years, this new phase demands adaptation. However, there’s a striking parallel: the sudden decline in responsibilities and concerns. You may have bid farewell to the workforce, enabling you to indulge in late mornings, daytime naps, or early bedtimes if that suits your fancy. Home maintenance burdens disappear... Continue Reading

 This is very important information about Cardiac arrest symptoms. The article is posted here The main points are below: Of the more than 356,000 cardiac arrests in the United States each year, 90% are fatal. While there are some known signs of sudden cardiac arrest, it usually occurs without warning. Researchers from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai Health System have found that half of people experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest also had a telling symptom 24 hours beforehand. Scientists also discovered those warning symptoms are different between men and women. The scientists also... Continue Reading

·        Skipping the Break: After completing a draft, writers often jump straight into editing without taking a break. A little distance from the work can help you see it more objectively. ·        Overlooking Typos and Grammar Errors: Sometimes, writers get so focused on larger issues that they overlook simple typos, grammar mistakes, and punctuation errors. ·        Neglecting Structure and Organization: Editing isn’t just about fixing grammar; it’s about ensuring your content flows logically. Neglecting to review the overall structure and organization can... Continue Reading

On the day I die, a lot will happen. A lot will change. The world will be busy. On the day I die, all the important appointments I made will be left unattended. The many plans I had yet to complete will remain forever undone. The calendar that ruled so many of my days will now be irrelevant to me. All the material things I so chased and guarded and treasured will be left in the hands of others to care for or to discard. The words of my critics which so burdened me will cease to sting or capture anymore. They will be unable to touch me. The arguments I believed I’d won here will not serve... Continue Reading

Thanks to Patricia for this. The other day a not-so-elderly (I say 75) lady said something to her son about driving a Jalopy; and he looked at her and said, “What the heck is a Jalopy?” He had never heard of the word jalopy! She knew she was old …But not that old. Well, I hope you are Hunky Dory when you read this and chuckle. About a month ago, I illuminated some old expressions that have become obsolete because of the inexorable march of technology. These phrases included: Don’t touch that dial; Carbon copy; You sound like a broken record; and Hung out to dry. Back in... Continue Reading

The author of this is not known, but it sends a powerful message about how we spend our time. A 100 years from now, in 2123, we will all be buried with our relatives and friends. Strangers will live in our homes we fought so hard to build, and they will own everything we have today. One day, everything we own, even the fancy car, will be worth nothing and owned by someone we don’t know. Our descendants will hardly or hardly know who we were, nor will they remember us. How many of us know our grandfather’s father? After we die, we will be remembered for a few more years, then we are just... Continue Reading

When we were young, many of us engaged in a lot of physical activity. I was involved in several sports, including softball, track, football, soccer, and bowling, to name a few. But as I aged, other interests took over. I was lucky my children loved sports, so I coached them and continued to coach until I was in my forties, both at work and in the community. From personal experience, I know that physical activity is essential for maintaining health and well-being at all ages. When I retired, I took up walking as my exercise of choice. I have friends who go to the gym once a week. I tried that but... Continue Reading

Five years before retirement, start thinking about some options. If you like to keep busy and/or enjoy the social aspect of working, consider starting a business or taking on a seasonal or part-time job. Returning to work or starting a new business are viable options for seniors. Returning to Work: Seniors can go back to work to earn extra money for unexpected expenses or vacations..A steady job helps us maintain social interaction. We have fewer friends after retirement, and going back to work helps us socialize and make new connections.. This is important for mental and emotional well-being. We... Continue Reading

Yesterday I suggested some things that you could think about as you plan for your retirement. Many of us who retire find returning to education or discovering something new is a great way to continue a lifetime of learning. I know many who regret that they did not have the chance to go to college or university. If you want to pursue a degree or diploma, many colleges and universities offer free or discounted tuition for those over 65. There are many online courses that are free or low-cost for seniors so if you’ve always wanted to learn more about a certain topic, there are many online courses... Continue Reading