One of the biggest mistakes couples make when they are considering retirement is that they do what’s popular instead of being self-reliant. They conform to what financial planners, friends, in-laws, and even Millennial bloggers say they should do. Most of what these know-it-all-do-gooders say is Learn More
Is Your Pension Safe? Sure, Until it’s Not! Who manages your pension and who do they work for? Most likely, the answer to both questions is I don’t know. I may not know who manages your account, but I’m pretty darn sure that, when the Learn More
Don’t Compromise! Win! Yes, you read that right! I don’t think you should compromise with your spouse on retirement plans. Even though we are taught from childhood that compromise is essential to getting along with others, I think if you resolve your retirement issues by Learn More
Retirement Anxiety You’re a bundle of nerves. You can’t seem to quiet your mind from the troubling thoughts of what you are going to do about your retirement. It’s hard to relax because your brain is riddled with negative thoughts about your future. You desperately Learn More
Challenging Your Brain = Good for Your Health! Are you alarmed when you have a senior moment? Do you mentally panic when you come out of a store and momentarily forget where you parked your car? I know I freak out when this happens to Learn More
What is Workcamping? Imagine stepping out of your door each morning into crisp fresh air. While taking a deep breath, you close your eyes and listen to the sounds of nature unfolding. The day progresses, and while you fulfill your job requirements, you explore your Learn More
Okay. It’s a no-brainer. You landed here because you are searching the internet for gift ideas. And when it comes to boomers and retirees, it is often thought that they are a tough bunch to buy gifts for. Gift givers think, They’ve been around so Learn More
I think we can all agree that our immune system is amazing! This complex network of cells, organs, and tissues harmonize to defend our bodies from disease-causing microorganisms. Like a loyal family watchdog, it constantly guards our bodies against unwanted intruders that make us sick. Learn More
By 2030, all baby boomers will have turned 65. Most will have retired; many will have downsized to save money, and others will have moved to follow their dreams. For couples, the retirement transition was likely stressful. Whether to stay put or where to move Learn More
The Long-Distance Grandparenting Challenge Being a long-distance grandparent can be a challenge, but with the right attitude and my time-tested ideas, you can build a meaningful bond with your grandchildren. Don’t let the fear of distance keep you from relocating, or on the flip-side, retiring Learn More