Celebrations

While death is universal, how one’s life draws to a close and is commemorated is often very individualistic. Some refuse to plan or consider what should happen while others hope to script their funeral down to the music played, the images shown and the speakers selected to give eulogies. And…

So unless you’ve abandoned Planet Earth, you probably know that this is the summer of the new movie Barbie and that all things “Barbie” have suddenly exploded into popular culture, including fashion. As an older adult, you may wonder if all this hoopla has any relevance for you. Beyond the…

For LGBTQ Americans of all ages, this is a disorienting moment. While much of the country, and the world, has become inclusive and supportive of the rights of the LGBTQ community to live in dignity and with respect, at the same time, extreme political operators are proposing to not only…

While very few of us “need” any special gifts, it’s still nice to celebrate your loved ones or close family friends, especially if they have a “fatherly” relationship with you. And given that Father’s Day is just around the corner (Sunday, June 18th), we thought we’d do our part to…

Whether you’re a mother, grandmother, or just have a “motherly” relationship with another, it’s nice to get recognized for all that you do and be honored for the role you play in someone else’s life. And it’s nice for you to do the same: Honor that certain someone in your…

It’s that time of year when holiday gift lists are growing and gift suggestions are crowding your inbox. In many ways, with rising costs this year, many of us are scaling back our giving (and likely our receiving) so what you buy (or receive) may carry more importance than in…