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- Travel Light: 5 steps to creating more personal energy By Racheal Govender - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Racheal GovenderIf I had a dollar for every time someone told me about how little time they seem to have in a day and how tired they are, I could go on a very luxurious holiday! It seems to be a constant complaint! Personally, I don’t believe that time management even exists! I believe that energy management is ...
Views: 2335 - ***The Talk Every Boomer Couple Needs to Have - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by A.T. "Al" Benelli, CFP, FIC Money problems can overwhelm a relationship, particularly one on the verge of marriage or a live-in arrangement. According to the Financial Planning Association, here are a few ways to avoid potential conflicts: Agree to talk about money: The ...
Views: 2328(4 votes) - Maui Beach Vacations - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2018 from Hotels Etc.comMaui Beaches The island of Maui is home to some of the most amazing beaches. Some beaches offer swimming all year round, while others are best for surfing or snorkeling during certain times of the year. Depending on where you choose to stay, there are always some famous beaches ...
Views: 2328(1 vote) - ***Fending Off Mr. Irascible - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comI’m in the middle of a lazy, overcast Sunday morning putting the finishing touches on breakfast. It’s the one day of the week I have our paper (The Philadelphia Inquirer) delivered, providing the opportunity to “lose myself” for a couple of hours reading through its entirety. The Currents ...
Views: 2326(2 votes) - ***Dad, I Don’t Understand, But I Thank You - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comAfter graduating PT school in 1978, I was hired as a staff Physical Therapist for St Charles Hospital on Long Island. St Charles has a wonderful rehab area where patients who have suffered physical assaults such as a stroke, debilitating rheumatoid arthritis, and traumatic brain injuries get ...
Views: 2325 - ***Yet Another Reason Not to Have an Affair - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Jim Duzak How would you like to wake up and learn that a woman you had an affair with has gone public with all the details? Even worse, how would you like to be a wife who reads that her husband’s motive for the affair was that she hates sex and is severely imbalanced ...
Views: 2319(3 votes) - Create Personal Stability and Security - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Pat HeydlauffIs maintaining a positive attitude at the top of your “will do” list today? Are you finding it more and more difficult to go to work, look for a job or encourage others? According to a leading communications strategist the negative economy and discord in government has actually changed the way ...
Views: 2319(5 votes) - ***Are You, Empty Nester And Boomer, OK With Floating In Life? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comI think most of us push ourselves too hard to do something when clarity hasn’t arrived. Parents call me tearful that they can’t get over the emptiness. Who is rushing you? Do you think if you float that might bring you something you didn’t even realize had value? A mother, who now lives solo, ...
Views: 2317(2 votes) - Gandhi...Be The Change!... Work As A Vehicle For Meaning And Impact - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Mary RaduA new definition of work is emerging that goes beyond financial rewards in the workplace. I’d like to share some ideas with you meant to shift your beliefs about work and open up opportunities for greater fulfillment and meaning in your life. During the lead-up to Indian independence in ...
Views: 2313 - ***Plan Your Family’s Summer Vacation at Bargain Rates - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: A.T. "Al" Benelli, CFP, FIC The U.S. economy may be recovering, but travel experts say the vacation deals available last year are still going to be around for stingy travelers this year. With that in mind, here are some ways the Financial Planning Association recommends to save on ...
Views: 2311(2 votes) - ***Teach Your Grandkids to Respond to Emergencies - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWe never know when an emergency might arise. For this reason alone, please teach your grandchildren, today, how to respond to an emergency. Explain to them what exactly constitutes an emergency and when, and when not, to call 911. Make sure children know when to call 911, using these ...
Views: 2310(6 votes) - Senior Brainpower: How do U.S. Seniors match up Against British Seniors? - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 from Sky PalmaAt the Peninsula School, the University of Cambridge, and the University of Michigan, researchers have conducted the first international comparative of cognitive function in older adults in the U.S. and Britain. The results showed that U.S. seniors preformed significantly better than their ...
Views: 2306(1 vote) - ***What You, BOOMERS and EMPTY NESTERS, Didn’t Know About NATURE? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Natalie Caine, M.A. Spring cleaning triggers a part of you that wants to toss the old, clear out your space, and then pick a new, to decorate and bring in beauty. Beauty feeds your peace and your creativity. A plant, like rosemary, chamomile, or basil in your home can calm you. We ...
Views: 2299(4 votes) - The 6 Stages of Retirement - Stage 5 - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Ann Harrison'It's just a stage you're going through...' - how many times have well-meaning friends and family members said that to you over the course of your lifetime? And don't expect them to stop now, because, as far as retirement is concerned, there are six identified stages that most retirees go ...
Views: 2299(2 votes) - ***Cooking with Betty: Spring Muffins Recipe - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Betty Lynch Spring is so refreshing! New life in the countryside and fresh produce starting to produce in the local gardens. Time to start the grill, family picnics and time to get friends together to enjoy this beautiful weather. Cookouts or just relaxing on the family porch, ...
Views: 2297(1 vote) - ***Perception Creates Reality - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Traci Brosman If you believe you can do it, you can. If you believe you can’t, you won’t. How do you see your reflection? Is it distorted in the ripples of a wave? Is it clear as in a quiet body of water? Is it completely opposite as in looking at a mirror? How you see yourself ...
Views: 2296(2 votes) - Talking About End-Of-Life Issues: Some Doctors Hesitate - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2011 from Sky PalmaWhen terminally ill patients are feeling relatively well, doctors may sometimes avoid discussing important end-of-life care issues with them, a new study has found. In January of 2009, the Journal of Cancer surveyed close to 4,000 physicians and asked them how they would counsel a ...
Views: 2290(1 vote) - ***Making a Difference with Friends - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comConnections Around the corner is a friend In this great city that has no end. Yet days go by and weeks rush on, Before I know, a year is gone. I never see my old friend’s face, For life’s a swift and terrible race. He knows I like him just as well, As in the days I rang his bell And ...
Views: 2289(4 votes) - ***Boomer Travel: Chiapas Runs Hot and Cold - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comSome half-million people live in the balmy Mexican city of Tuxtla Gutierrez, and tonight it looks like every one of them has shown up at a downtown square known as Marimba Park. Surrounded by dancers, musicians are beating out hip-shaking salsas, merengues and socas on the wooden slats of their ...
Views: 2286(1 vote) - ***If You Are A Beginner At Internet Marketing… - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Judith Sherven, PhD and Jim Sniechowski, PhD If you are a beginner at Internet marketing, you’ve no doubt experienced the frustration that most everyone starting out goes through. Why? Because most of the newbie Internet marketing courses are simply not appropriate for what you ...
Views: 2286(1 vote) - Aging Gracefully - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Christina WatsonWhat exactly does this mean: aging gracefully? Max Erhmann writes in his famous poem, Desiderata: Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. The definition of counsel in this quote means: “private, guarded thoughts or opinions.” And take kindly, I ...
Views: 2282(2 votes) - ***Hope is a Renewable Resource - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comSubmitted by Boomer-Living.com, the Official Guide to Baby Boomers Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.” Albert Einstein Where does hope come from? And where can I get more of it – you might ask. Hope comes from your desire to seek a better future. It can come from the ...
Views: 2272 - ***Special Diets for Special Conditions: An AntiCancer Diet - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten by: David Russell, Ph.D., D.Sc Special diets making claims about the health benefits of their protocols are very popular today. It can be confusing that new diet regimens appear all the time and that the whole field of nutrition seems to change its mind radically every year or so. ...
Views: 2271(2 votes) - ***Recycling Boomer Wisdom - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comQuestion: What is one of the most valuable recyclables in the history of humanity? Answer: YOU! Let’s face it. Boomers have lived, loved, and learned through some of the most interesting, challenging, and amazing times. Interacting with a generation of children and young adults who can ...
Views: 2270(2 votes) - My Peyote Meeting - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from ROBERT RIDEOUTMany years ago, I was having serious problems and facing possible prison time, all because of alcohol. I didn’t really realize fully yet that I was an alcoholic and still hadn’t hit my bottom. I was told I should have my own peyote meeting, as an emergency healing service. I did just that. ...
Views: 2270 - ***Celebrating Holidays When Grandkids & Grandparents Get Together - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Sharon Pierce McCullough There isn’t anything more wonderful than family get-togethers. Over the holidays many of us will get the opportunity to spend time with our grandchildren, even if we don’t live close to the grandkids. What a fun time to stop and just play and enjoy all ...
Views: 2261(4 votes) - ***No More Tears - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comHi folks! You’ll find quite a difference in the overall tone of this post compared to what you’re used to reading in The 50 Plus Male. I’ll go as far as stating I’m aware this journey goes against conventional wisdom in many ways: subject matter, my thoughts and actions, and perhaps most ...
Views: 2253 - Visalus Scam: Weight Loss Or Money Loss - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Richard OBrienViSalus Scam: Weight Loss or Money Loss? So you may have heard about the ViSalus scam, am I right? When you heard this, what did you think? I am going to share with you that not only is ViSalus anything BUT a scam, but it’s a real opportunity for you to get good nutrition to help you lose ...
Views: 2250 - ***Try to Avoid These Stupid IRA Mistakes - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by A.T. "Al" Benelli, CFP, FIC It’s been just about a month since the traditional IRS Income Tax filing deadline of April 15. Many of us either took advantage of our IRAs last year or we now we wish we had. Since it’s not to late for the current tax year of 2010 it’s a good time to ...
Views: 2244 - ***Boomer Pet Care: All About Dog Skin Problems - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comBaby boomers should take notice to their dog’s skin. The condition of dog skin is a big indicator of a pet’s overall health. When skin problems occur, the dog may respond by excessive scratching, chewing, licking, etc. There can be a wide range of causes including external parasites, ...
Views: 2243 - ***How To Get Everything You Want in 2012 - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2012 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comHere’s to a Happy New Year and to getting everything that you want out of 2012. Today you have a clean slate with a brand new year spread out in front of you, filled with endless possibilities. How will you harness your potential to create the very best you? I recommend using the ...
Views: 2243 - ***Walking Him to the Door - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWe all play many roles in our lifetime. For the last month I’ve been playing a role that’s new for me, but very familiar to many of our generation. Since 2003, I’ve been in private practice helping people to extend their lives through holistic health practices. For the last month, I’ve been ...
Views: 2242(7 votes) - Bratt Decor Heritage Baby Cribs - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Leonora HatfieldBratt Decor Heritage is one of the unique collections of Bratt Decor Baby Cribs. It tenders the unique simplicity of the Bratt Decor signature cribs itself. With the sophisticated styles that undeniably brings tranquil and serene ambiance in any nursery, Bratt Decor is much known for the safety ...
Views: 2230 - Child of Mine by Carter’s Crib Baby Crib - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Leonora HatfieldChild of Mine by Carter’s is one of the numerous editions made by Carter’s. It tenders the sleek sophisticated design as truly desired by most parents for their little one’s nursery. Carter’s Inc. is a well-known established company since 1865. For long years of delivering infant-products, ...
Views: 2226 - ***Half Full or Half Empty - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Neal Dranoff In early Spring 2009, I read an on-line article published on MSN.com written by John W. Schoen, entitled “Boomers Face Stark Choices in Bleak Economy.” I felt the piece was so acutely on-point in terms of clarity and my personal situation at the time that I composed a ...
Views: 2225(3 votes) - ***Perception Creates Reality - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comIf you believe you can do it, you can. If you believe you can’t, you won’t. How do you see your reflection? Is it distorted in the ripples of a wave? Is it clear as in a quiet body of water? Is it completely opposite as in looking at a mirror? How you see yourself in relation to your world ...
Views: 2223(3 votes) - Great Tips For Saving Money When You Travel - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2018 from Hotels Etc.comThe world has certainly become a smaller place and traveling to far corners of the globe on business or vacation is fast becoming commonplace. If you’d like to jump onto the traveling bandwagon but are worried about not having the budget for it, here are few tips for having a great holiday while ...
Views: 2222(1 vote) - ***30 Things You Can Do This Weekend (With or Without a Man) - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerHappy Memorial Day weekend! How about a little trivia to start your day? In 1868, May 30th was designated as a holiday to honor the nation’s Civil War casualties. Now called Memorial Day, it was originally known as Decoration Day. Red poppies are commonly associated with Memorial Day and are ...
Views: 2221(12 votes) - ***Have Wok/Will Travel - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comDeparting the “Single/Never Married” demographic group and entering the “Married” category didn’t occur for me until I was one month shy of my 36th birthday. This tidbit holds importance for two reasons: I dated for 18 years before meeting my wife, and I can honestly say I was ready to marry ...
Views: 2221(3 votes) - ***Boomers: Are You a Realizer? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comFor the last few months, we’ve been talking about the transformation from the “Type A” to the “Type R” personality; the “R” standing for “recreative” in the dynamic, formative sense. Our thesis is that modern Americans, upon retirement, have unprecedented opportunities to craft a new “self”. We ...
Views: 2217(1 vote) - Recharge Using Beta Brainwave Entrainment - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2013 from Wanina PetlockAre your batteries running on low? Do you feel fuzzy, lethargic, and are having trouble making decisions? The beta brainwave frequency can quickly restore and recharge your energy, using the medium of brainwave entrainment. Beta brainwaves are stimulating and have a great impact on ...
Views: 2215 - We've Come Too Far to "Think Old"-- Right? - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2018 from Sherry GavandittiWe’ve come too far to ‘think old’...Right? The answer is a resounding YES. But we’re not all there yet. In the prime of our lives we felt age-neutral. We didn’t feel too young and we didn’t feel too old. We were ‘just right’. At least by our own perceptions. We made plans and worked hard ...
Views: 2213(1 vote) - Relieving The Pains Of Teething With Sophie La Giraffe - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2013 from sophie giraffeThe process of the sequential appearance of teeth in a child is known as teething. Indian Academy of Pediatrics stated that infants can begin teething period anytime between 4 to 12 months. The infants develop 20 milk teeth in the first three years of their life. Tooth eruption in your ...
Views: 2209(1 vote) - Time for a Fresh Start - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Shirley PriceWherever you are in your life right now if it’s not where you want to be it’s never too late to pick up the pieces and start afresh. Some of us go through more challenges than we ever think we can manage, but it’s amazing just how resilient we are when push comes to shove. You may find ...
Views: 2208(2 votes) - Tricks For Disney Travel - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2019 from Hotels Etc.comHave you been planning for years to take that trip to Disney World? Are your kids are now at that special age where they still believe in the magic that is Disney. Have you saved up the cash and are ready for the trip of a lifetime. Then you need to learn a few tricks before heading off to ...
Views: 2203(1 vote) - What Does A Brainwave Entrainment Session Feel Like? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2012 from Wanina PetlockIt only takes six minutes for your brain to start entraining. Brainwave entrainment is a natural phenomenon that occurs when your brainwaves fall into step with an outside stimulus, usually sound and/or light, changing its dominant frequency to match that of the stimulus' frequency. It ...
Views: 2202(1 vote) - ***Do We Just Die or Don't We? - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Boomer LivingWritten by Dr. Allan J. Hamilton, MD Recently I was on a book tour in Seattle. At the end of my talk at the bookstore, a gentleman came up to me. He was a physician, which is a rarity at my talks. Most doctors are uncomfortable attending a presentation meant to open up a dialogue about the ...
Views: 2200(2 votes) - ***Donne Your Fatigues and Grab Your Gear - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comAs soldiers train for battle, performers hone their talents for audiences, doctors train for the healing arts and citizens sharpen skills for the trades, I believe we are all, in every life’s situation and circumstance, preparing for the highlights of our lives and the agonizing challenges that ...
Views: 2199(3 votes) - Diaper Cake Designs to Celebrate Newborn Baby Girls - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2010 from Nisha WilliamsWelcome a new baby girl with diaper cake designs that are full of sugar and spice and everything nice! Diaper cakes are a fun and unique way to add originality to your baby shower gift. You can turn simple items into exciting masterpieces and create adorable works of art to celebrate the new ...
Views: 2198 - ***Three Most Important Factors Are All Alike - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by A.T. "Al" Benelli, CFP, FIC It is often said that the three most important factors in real estate are location, location, location. I assume the person who created this idiom was trying to impress upon all the belief that nothing else matters much. Location trumps all other ...
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