YouTube is an excellent platform for seniors who want to learn about gardening. YouTube tutorials on gardening for seniors often focus on making gardening accessible to individuals with varying physical abilities. They may include tips on raised bed gardening, container gardening, or adaptive tools and techniques that make gardening easier for seniors. These tutorials often […]
As seniors we thrive best, I believe when we are learning new things. One source of free learning (among many) is YouTube. YouTube is a fantastic platform for self-education due to its vast array of content covering virtually every topic imaginable. Here are some opportunities and examples of channels that can be used for self-education […]
As you embark on your journey into adulthood, I wanted to share some wisdom that I’ve gathered over the years. These are skills and traits that I believe every young man should possess to navigate through life with confidence and grace. Firstly, it’s important to be physically capable. Learn to swim proficiently, handle a car […]
Retirement opens up a world of new challenges and opportunities for some. I have been able to keep this perspective alive for the last 18 years. Here are some things I have learned that have helped me as I move through the stages of retirement. Highlight the joy of learning something new every day. For […]
Some sage advice from my friend Gary to me, which I am delighted to share with you. 1. The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless! 2. Be decisive. Right or wrong, decide. The road is paved with flat squirrels who […]
April Showers bring May flowers and so as we cast our minds to Spring and gardening. Some of us don’t have the room to have a big garden, but a container garden may work. Here are some tips for discovering the art of container gardening: 1. Choose the right container: When selecting a container, consider […]
In the depths of silence Where the words reside A symphony of whispers Waiting to be untied Unspoken dreams dancing in the moonlit air A tapestry of emotions Woven with utmost care The pen A conduit Pouring feelings like rain A language of the soul Where thoughts are unchained Each syllable a brushstroke Painting vivid […]
1. It doesn’t matter what other people think. Not everyone is going to always support you 100% but as long as you are doing you and you know that you’re becoming a better person then that’s what’s important. 2. Never let your memories be bigger than your dreams. 3. Any challenge is a lever for […]
Happiness is often misunderstood as the ultimate goal of life, but in reality, it’s more of a byproduct of how we live our lives and the choices we make. Happiness often arises from leading a purposeful life rather than seeking happiness directly. For example, someone who volunteers at a local shelter may find deep fulfillment […]
I was reading my twice-weekly post from The Marginalian by Maria Popova and Maria in her first article of the post called “The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows: Uncommonly Lovely Invented Words for What We Feel but Cannot Name.” started with this quote: Words are events, they do things, change things. They transform both speaker and hearer; […]
