A New Lifestyle with Widowhood As a woman over 50, when you find yourself alone and adjusting to a new and unwanted lifestyle, it can be a traumatic experience. Whether your great loss is due to a divorce or widowhood, it is hard to transition from coupledom to singlehood. We all face adversity in this […]

How do you love someone when it’s tough to do so?  I thought long and hard about how to answer. In truth, we meet people in life who rub us the wrong way. Most incidents are easily resolved, some are never resolved, and then there are our loved ones—even when it is a challenge. Introduction […]

As I reflect on my journey as a grandmother, I’m struck by how different the role of a modern grandmother is compared to the days of my own grandmothers. Back then, grandmothers were often seen as the gentle nurturers, the keepers of family recipes, and the sources of endless kisses and comfort. They were the […]

When I look at my life, I have few regrets. I have a wonderful life. What would I wish for right now if I could wish upon a star? I would wish to go back in time and spend more together time with my grands throughout the year and especially during all of the holidays. […]

Every child or young adult wants to have friends and be part of a tight-knit group. With our guiding principles, we should play a role in educating our grandchildren on the principles of friendship. This will help them choose the right friends and groups and avoid the fickle, fake, and poor role models. Teaching grandchildren […]