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At 70, Raffi Finds a New Voice

The children's performer is now motivating adults (and Beluga Grads) to make change

MAY 23, 2019 | By Sarah Lindenfeld Hall

7 Ways to Honor a Loved One’s Memory

Create the meaningful tradition that's right for you

MAY 22, 2019 | By Rachael Rifkin

Best National Parks for Spotting Wildlife

Animals are abundant in these scenic locations

MAY 9, 2019 | By Lisa Fields

Planting Coral Bells for Mom

After a dormant period, this author's love for gardening blooms again

MAY 8, 2019 | By Debbie L. Miller

Meetups: Share Your Passions and Have Fun

Common interests can often lead to cherished friendships

APRIL 26, 2019 | By Chuck Otto

5 Ways to Get the Most From Your Fitness Tracker

Fitness Tracker

Discover a health boost by going beyond just counting steps and calories burned

APRIL 24, 2019 | By Rashelle Brown

Sharing Nature’s Precious Legacy

Boomers can help raise a new generation of citizen scientists

APRIL 22, 2019 | By Phyllis L. Cohen

The Splendor of Sandhill Cranes

Sandhill Cranes

Citizen scientists 'flock' to Nebraska to witness the annual migration

APRIL 16, 2019 | By William Gurstelle

Peaceful Visits With My Brother

Recalling quiet walks and shared meals with an older sibling who had dementia

MARCH 20, 2019 | By David Koulack

Lace Up Your Boots and Get Ready for a Long-Distance Walk

Long-Distance Walks

Your socks may get wet, but there's plenty to enjoy if you prepare for the challenge

MARCH 18, 2019 | By Louisa Rogers

Why ‘Women Rowing North’ May Be the Next Boomer Bible

Author Mary Pipher ('Reviving Ophelia') plots the course

MARCH 14, 2019 | By Patricia Corrigan

Surviving on $3 a Day and Hope

The seven life lessons I've learned living in poverty

MARCH 13, 2019 | By Holly Lawrence

Pickleball, Anyone?

With the swing of a paddle, the sport offers physical, social and emotional benefits

MARCH 7, 2019 | By Rosie Wolf Williams

Have You Hugged a Donkey Today?

The intuitive powers of equine animals offer healing and comfort

FEBRUARY 18, 2019 | By Kimberley Fowler

My Love for a Little Red Miata

A husband's affection for sports cars became part of this couple's love story

FEBRUARY 14, 2019 | By Judith Conn

After 50, Attitude Is Everything

The author of '50 After 50' encourages women to strive for clarity and ease

FEBRUARY 13, 2019 | By Maria Leonard Olsen

For Multigenerational Travel, Think Outside the Mouse

Multigenerational Travel

Take your grandkids to one of these under-the-radar adventure destinations

FEBRUARY 7, 2019 | By Wendy Helfenbaum

After Loss, Finding Peace in Art and Nature

Her husband's death from dementia led illustrator Nancy Carlson to rely on art

JANUARY 24, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Self-Care in Middle Age: When It’s Okay to Say No

Ways to avoid the stress of always saying yes to commitments

JANUARY 3, 2019 | By Phyllis L. Cohen

Honoring Memories in Public Green Spaces

Benches, plaques or stewardship are ways to remember someone special

DECEMBER 18, 2018 | By Holly Lawrence

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