Retirement

If you’ve traveled lately, you may have noticed that everything feels louder. I know I have, and it’s not just my crazy Hog-Eye traveling companions! Restaurants, airports, even hotels seem busy and bright and buzzing all the time. TVs are in every corner, phones are ringing. notifications are dinging – it’s a lot. Sometimes you…

The snow is falling, the days are short, and let’s be honest, the inside of your home ( or RV) might be feeling a little… samey. If you’re finding yourself feeling a bit “stir crazy” or noticing the winter blues creeping in, you’re not alone. The lack of sunlight and outdoor activity can really take…

(Especially if you drive back roads, highways, or anywhere your phone says “No Signal”) The older I get, the less I assume my phone is going to save me. The second I leave our property, I get the dreaded SOS notification. It’s at least 30 minutes before I get a cell signal! Some days, it’s…

In a world where smartphones have become our go-to for every spare moment, a refreshing new trend is taking shape especially among women of all ages: the “Analog Bag.” Instead of reaching automatically for a phone, people are carrying small collections of analog activities ( think needlepoint, crosswords, cards, journals, or a paperback book) to…

There’s something deeply comforting about having a place that’s just for reading. A place where you can sit down with a book and feel your shoulders drop a little, while you immerse yourself in a great story. For you readers out there, doesn’t that sound heavenly? A cozy reading nook isn’t about decorating. It’s about…

Friendship changes as we get older. That doesn’t mean it becomes less important; it often means it becomes more meaningful. After 60, many of us find that our social circles look different than they once did. Friends move away, work relationships fade, family dynamics shift, and energy levels change. And sometimes, without realizing it, we…

By the time we reach our 60s, most of us have made enough New Year’s resolutions to know which ones tend to last and which ones quietly fade by February. The issue usually isn’t effort or intention. It’s that many resolutions are designed for a season of life we’re no longer in. Living well after…

Even with the best intentions, Christmas doesn’t always unfold the way we imagine. Extra guests show up. Something gets forgotten. Energy runs out sooner than expected. Plans change at the last minute. It happens to everyone. The good news is that most holiday hiccups don’t need fixing. They just need a little flexibility and grace….