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plants hanging from macrame plant hangers. Next Avenue, macrame

Tying the Knots: Macramé is Back

The craft you loved in the '70s is making a big comeback, and it can help with dexterity and cognition
September 30, 2022
Three women with their arms wrapped around each other at a restaurant. Next Avenue, Friendship group dynamics, long lasting friendships

The Secret of Friend Groups That Last for Decades

Friends who "knew you when" are often among the most treasured, even as life changes
September 30, 2022
A man cooking alone in his kitchen at home. Next Avenue, loneliness after death of spouse

No Longer Having Dinner with Loneliness

A widower recalls many difficult mealtimes after he lost his wife, and how he now keeps loneliness away from the table
September 29, 2022
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A couple posing in front of a landmark. Next Avenue, How to travel with older parents

Traveling with Older Parents

A vacation with Mom and Dad may require more planning than a typical vacation
September 28, 2022
Side-by-side photos of a fully demo-ed kitchen and a brand new updated kitchen. Next Avenue, PBS, kitchen renovation

A Newer Kitchen for an Older Couple

Life in their one-bedroom apartment was upended for six weeks (hotplate quesadillas, anyone?) but a beautiful kitchen made it all worthwhile
September 27, 2022
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