A New Year: Time for Reflection
And just like that we’re starting a new year. As we begin our journey into 2023, it’s the perfect time for reflection on the past year with the intention of making positive changes. The...
Category: Baby Boomer
10 Ways to Make a Small Home Feel Larger
If you’re a regular reader of my blog, you know my husband and I have been remodeling a 40-year-old, 900-square-foot duplex. We’re finally finished. Woo hoo! I can finally share some before and after...
Inspiring Tips on Aging from Celebrities Over 50
Frank Lloyd Wright once said: “The longer I live the more beautiful life becomes.” Turns out many celebrities over 50 feel the same way. As do I. To my delight, I discovered there were...
3 Ways Writing Made Me a Better Person
I’ve been a writer most my life, but professionally I’ve been writing for about 32 years. That’s when my first short story was published. I still remember the thrill of it! In what areas...
Tech Savvy Seniors Become Granfluencers
Maybe I was behind the times, but I hadn’t heard of the term “granfluencers.” But I love this concept! What Exactly is an Influencer? Influencer Marketing Hub defines an influencer as an individual who...
6 New Baby Boomer Home Design Trends to Beautify Your Home
What are some of the current baby boomer home design trends? Baby boomers make up 26% of the population but own 53% of real estate, so our opinions still count. As our dynamic generation...
Boomers are Blamed for the Demise of the Laugh-Cry Emoji
So, have you heard? Supposedly, the laugh-cry emoji has become uncool and using it is a sure sign you’re old. Not only that. Boomers are blamed for the demise of the laugh-cry emoji. Stop...
8 Life Lessons Learned From the Coronavirus
Are there life lessons to be learned during this pandemic? You bet. Albeit, it isn’t over yet. President Donald Trump warned last week that the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S. will probably “get worse before...
Baby Boomer Writer’s Ups, Downs & In-Betweens in 2019
“Life has its ups and downs. When you are up, enjoy the scenery. When you are down, touch the soul of your being and feel the beauty.” ― Debasish Mridha This year was certainly full...
Divorce After Age 50 Affects Baby Boomers’ Health and Finances
Just when you’re ready to settle comfortably into old age with your spouse, you’re blindsided by a divorce. Unfortunately, this is a scenario that many baby boomers face. While divorce at any age can...
