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Margie Zable Fisher

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Margie Zable Fisher is a freelance writer and the founder of The 50-Year-Old Mermaid, where she and other 50+ women share their learnings and experiences on living their best lives after 50. Her website is margiezfisher.com.

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Life Lessons From Mom's Recipe Books

A funny thing happened about six months after my mother died: I began to take an interest in cooking
May 9, 2024
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How Women's Brains Can Get Their Mojo Back After Midlife

Women might be surprised to learn they're in for an Upgrade. Find out what that means.
January 23, 2024
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6 Ways to Save Your Heirs from a Painful Probate

Collect and organize all important papers, passwords and pin numbers, keep them up to date and tell your heirs where to find them
January 9, 2024
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3 Ways to Help Your Heirs Avoid Probate

A little planning ahead and some time with an estate lawyer or a computer program can save a lot of anguish and money down the road
January 8, 2024
An illustration of two estranged friends standing on opposite sides of a cliff. Next Avenue

How To Prevent Being Estranged From a Friend

Family estrangement is upsetting, but friend estrangement can be just as or even more distressing, especially as we get older
November 30, 2023
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The 411 on Becoming a Suicide Hotline Volunteer

Extensive training and ongoing work with experienced counselors can help volunteers fulfill this essential role
September 15, 2022
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What Are the Secrets to a Happier Marriage?

Using their 'Go-Giver' model, the authors share strategies of generosity and growth that can help couples thrive
June 10, 2022
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5 Ways to Donate to Charity That Won't Cost You a Cent

You may be surprised by these unusual, and sometimes fun, ways of giving
December 20, 2021
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Are You Postmenopausal and Still Having Hot Flashes? You’re Not Alone

Hot flashes are supposed to get better with time, but that's not always the case. So, what solutions are available for women?
October 11, 2021
Clean up crews and firefighters at the Surfside condo building collapse. Next Avenue, building safety

How to Check Out the Safety of a Retirement Condo Building

The Surfside condo tragedy signals the need to get this vital information
July 5, 2021
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Clubhouse: What It Is, How to Join and Why It Can Be Great for People Over 50

This social media platform encourages conversations to develop and connections to be made
April 27, 2021
Old photo of a woman smoking a pipe playing cards, writing obituary, Next Avenue

Quirky Obituary Shines a Spotlight on Changing Trends

During the pandemic, obituaries have become a more significant part of the grieving process
March 10, 2021
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