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Today’s Boomer Dress Code for Women: Subtle Style

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For midlife working women, it's all about radiating confidence and poise

FEBRUARY 15, 2019 | By Kevyn Burger

Next Avenue Readers On What Love Looks Like

What Love Looks LIke

In honor of Valentine's Day, they share sweet stories of spouses, siblings and pets

FEBRUARY 14, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

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

Switching Roles in Retirement

Roles in Retirement

Her husband has mastered the meals; she's still figuring out the finances

FEBRUARY 11, 2019 | By Wendy Schuman

Following the Paperwork Trail of a Lifetime

Life's details can be hard to sort through and trim away

FEBRUARY 8, 2019 | By Jenny Klion

The Perception vs. Reality of ‘Old’

Let's take back the negative connotations and tell the truth about aging

FEBRUARY 6, 2019 | By Connie Zweig

Grandparenting: Time to Look Back and Move Forward

Reflect on your own parenting style and embrace your new role

FEBRUARY 4, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Author Jonathan Santlofer Reflects on Grief

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‘The Widower’s Notebook’ examines the impact of his wife’s sudden death on his life

JANUARY 31, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Want to Age Gracefully? Think Carefully

Managing life as you age can lead to contentment

JANUARY 30, 2019 | By William Seavey

The Funeral Dress Still in the Back of Your Closet

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Funerals can infuse an article of clothing with memory and emotion

JANUARY 29, 2019 | By Deborah Quilter

How Marie Kondo Actually Talked Me Into Building Up My Library

Restocking beloved favorites brings back joyous feelings for this writer

JANUARY 28, 2019 | By Brette Sember

Table for One? Enjoy!

Don't miss the chance to have a solo dining adventure

JANUARY 25, 2019 | By Carla Waldemar

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

Are Schools Doing Enough to Identify and Stop Ageism?

Changing kids' views about older adults can help combat stereotypes

JANUARY 23, 2019 | By Kevyn Burger

Civil Discourse in an Era of Polarization

Ways to enter into conversation and respectfully seek common ground

JANUARY 22, 2019 | By Jackson Rainer

Musicians Bring Healing to LA’s Homeless

Music was violinist Vijay Gupta's lifeline; now he's offering hope to others

JANUARY 18, 2019 | By Jeffrey Brown, PBS NewsHour

Losing Herself in Art and Finding Joy

A lifetime of challenges has never slowed the author's spirited mother

JANUARY 17, 2019 | By Donna Pols Trump

Contentment in the Winter of Life

With the clarity of age, we are better able to master our emotions

JANUARY 16, 2019 | By Susan Stewart

A Return to The Age of Aquarius

Theatre 55 stages 'Hair' with those who lived it

JANUARY 15, 2019 | By Julie Pfitzinger

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