As a newspaper reporter in Spain’s Costa Blanca, I quickly came to love and admire some of my fellow expats, who were enthusiastically determined not to let old age and growing infirmity get in the way of having a really good time. Clubs and associations flourished everywhere and new ones seemed to be appearing all …more
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I am approaching the time when I will have to make the big decision. When to retire and start collecting Social Security. Everywhere I turn I read statements and warnings like the following: If you decide to collect Social Security benefits at sixty two(which is the youngest age you can start collecting), your monthly payments …more
Many people erroneously think that estate plans are for someone else, not them. They may rationalize that they are too young or do not have enough money to reap the tax benefits of a plan. The following list makes clear however, that estate planning is for everyone, regardless of age or net worth. Here are …more
Travel tops the dream list for boomers in a recent AARP national survey. Almost all of us have a “bucket list” of travel dreams. My wife, Pat, and I, now 61 years old, have been fortunate to share a life-changing adventure together. Recently, we rented our home in San Diego, California, and traveled the world …more
Viewing Internet travel sites or perusing brochures is one of those delightful things to do during those endless cold, wet winter evenings. We can dream of sun drenched beaches, sparking white sands and beautiful evenings sitting in a favorite bar enjoying the sunset with our favorite drink, or indeed our partners… For many it is …more
It’s impossible to predict a person’s longevity, but there are several ways to extend it. For most of us over 50, who love life, we want to live as long as possible in excellent health, so as not to be a burden on our families. Many of us are currently taking care of elderly parents …more
A funny thing always happens to me when the winter blows away and my garden starts to show signs of new life. Seems that most everyone has, at some point, had some wisdom to share about spring; some picture to draw for us about this glorious time of year when the winter (of earth/body/soul) melts …more
Where does one start on such a subject in 500-1000 words, I wonder? I’ll try! There are many benefits to be derived from staying fit or physically active later in life. I consider physical fitness to be an extension of mental and spiritual fitness, and vice versa. To exercise, or exert yourself safely and …more
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