As our parents get older it often becomes harder to communicate with them. My parents are now in their 80’s and both are hard of hearing. When I do go over for a visit I find myself having to repeat myself many times. It can become a little frustrating for all of us. That is […]

Every morning during the summer, I wander out to my small vegetable patch. It’s a joy to me to watch everything grow and I love having fresh vegetables from my own dirt. As I bend over the green beans or snap off a few okra pods, I am reminded of my grannies. Both of them […]

When growing up in New York City, Rochelle Towers says she knew she was “different” from the kids around her. And she also knew she shouldn’t talk about her feelings. As teens are wont to do, she fell in love at age 18, but couldn’t share her joy and giddiness with anyone else. When she […]

For the last decade or so, June has been decreed World Elder Abuse Awareness Month. Falling somewhere midway between National Random Action Month (January) and Fruit and Veggies — More Matters Month (September), the significance of the honorific likely gets lost on most people. But the fact that it exists at all signals a sea […]

What gets you out of bed and excited about the day? Chances are it’s the purpose and passions in your life. Whether it’s an exciting job or just the thoughts of working in your yard — having purpose means we’re alive and thriving! The ability to do and make a difference is vital to us […]

When as a caregiver or senior you plan daily menus, be sure to include all sources of healthy eating. That includes lean protein from seafood, eggs, and beans; assorted fruits and vegetables; whole-grain breads, pastas, and cereals; and low-fat dairy products. And to promote the healthiest diet — and to keep meals budgets friendly — […]

If your family includes children from a previous marriage, step-children and a new spouse or any of these, dying just got a lot more complicated! The last thing any of us wants is for our loved ones to be at odds after we pass away but blended families often face hurt beyond the loss of […]

I never imagined catching the genealogy bug but it happened! I blame one of my cousins for contracting the condition. When my cousin Donna sent me a stack of papers that was chocked full of family details, I was a goner. I just had to know more. I think just the thought we might be […]

Anytime the family gets together is a special time, even with all the craziness that goes on. So why not kick it up a notch and make it a day that will live on and on and on? I’m still recovering from a family day. We got together for my granddaughter’s birthday at my parent’s […]

I’ve never felt quite as old as I did yesterday when my new iPhone came in the mail. Up until now, I’ve avoided getting a “smart phone” because I had finally figured out how to use my “dumb phone.” Honestly, I do believe all ten of my grandkids could work this contraption better than I’ve […]