Living

Whether you’re a Grandma or Grandpa or PopPop or Nanna, you know that your place in the life of your family can be both magical and mysterious. If given the time and opportunity for connection, you may play an essential role in the life of your grandchild- so much so…

Some of us have been very lucky in our lives: we’ve found a life partner, nurtured a healthy family and maybe even found our life’s “purpose”- be it work, religion, volunteering or some other passion. And while luck and good timing may play a large role in these efforts, new…

If you’re reading this newsletter it’s likely that you’re comfortable with email and the web- and maybe have even taken the leap into such social media as Facebook or Instagram. What you may not realize, however, is that social media may be the next big way for you to make…

It used to be a given that once you reached a certain age, you would look to downsize your housing situation- move to a smaller place, maybe a retirement community and look to simplify your life. But like much that “used to be,” today’s aging population is upending tradition and…

Did you know at age 19 he was signed to a recording contract by the Beatles? Or that he bought his first guitar in New York City, on a trip from his home in North Carolina, at age 12? Or that he’s recently been an artist-in-residence at Caesar’s Palace in…

Whether it’s a cheek rub or a tail wag, many of us can’t resist the love and affection we feel from animals. And while there’s plenty of work involved as a pet owner, the upside is pretty clear: Surveys and studies show real physical and emotional benefits from pet companionship…