Regrets – the Bane of Senior Life
“Regrets, I’ve had a few,” says the lyric of a popular song sung by Frank Sinatra, “But then again, too few to mention.” But by the time we reach our ‘golden years,’ many oRead More
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10 Outstanding iPad Apps for Seniors
The Apple iPadPhoto Courtesy of Apple Corp. Since its introduction in 2010, the Apple iPad tablet has proven itself as a valuable tool for information, education, and entertainment. WithRead More
Inspiration Books for Everyone’s Bookshelf
We all have books that have inspired us – however we each define inspiration. Many people would include a religious book such as the Bible or Koran in their list. But for this article, I foRead More
10 Things to See and Do in Louisville, KY
One of the oldest cities west of the Appalachian Mountains, Louisville, Kentucky, has a rich history and culture. Louisville owes its beginning to geology. The third-largest river in the UnRead More
2020 Hindsight – A Year Like No Other
A popular meme circulating on the Internet proclaims that on January 1, hindsight really will be 2020. Most of us are looking forward to putting the year that finishes today far into thRead More
Seniors’ Love/Hate Relationship with Technology
It’s a variation on the adage, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” In this case, “Senior citizens can’t adapt to the new technology.” The stories are rampant: Grandpa Read More
Family History – An Unmatchable Gift
More and more, people are interested in their roots – where they came from and what their ancestors’ lives were like. As with anything else, understanding our past can help us better undersRead More
Top Nine TV Crime Dramas of All Time
TV crime dramas are some of the most enduring genres of entertainment on television. The stories typically involve the investigation of a crime — usually homicide. With a few of the serieRead More
Life Lessons in a Memorable Phrase
As we go through life, we encounter short sentences or phrases from others which speak to us. And in so doing, they offer life lessons that remain with us. These quotes might be comfortiRead More
Solitude – The Key to a Balanced Life
In today’s connected world, solitude seems to be the last thing on our minds. It can seem almost imperative that we remain in touch with others 24/7. The ding signifying “you’ve gRead More
Woodworking – The Hobby of the Ages
Woodworking. There’s nothing like seeing a few pieces of wood – flat, rectangular, unadorned – becoming a creation to be proud of. For thousands of years, it has drawn artisans to create Read More
A Journal – Why You Should Keep One
In another post, I wrote about various methods of keeping a journal. But that article didn’t answer the basic question – why should you consider keeping a journal in the first place. TRead More
‘Law & Order’ – Reflections on the TV Series
Law & Order – the original series – is the longest-running hour-long primetime TV drama series in history. Its 20 seasons tie with Gunsmoke for the number of seasons.Read More
Thankful for Things Often Forgotten
“What are you thankful for?” Particularly in this age of COVID, one answer from many people who have thus far escaped the virus would likely be, “my health.” We all strive to be heaRead More
