I’ve helped my grandfather move from his home in Texas to a senior living home in New Mexico to a nursing home to heaven. I’ve watched my mom move from her large home in the Albuquerque foothills to an over 55 apartment near me. I don’t know about you, but I’ve found that it’s emotionally exhausting to downsize. And the great lesson is, sometimes stuff is just stuff. But memories last forever.
Make it a Girl’s Night Out
80 for Brady reminds us of the value of friendships and subtly encourages us to be grateful for the beautiful friends we’ve had and still have.
We’ve STILL Got It!
We are taking the “tired” out of Retired! We are all just too young to retire! Yes, we want to “downsize” into condos or town homes and get a motorhome or fifth-wheel, but Pah-leeze, don’t call it retirement! That equates with old and tired, or sick and tired, and after all, we are just looking forward to traveling, and spending our kids inheritance!
Cooking for Two
I found my interest in cooking was gone. I only knew how to cook large meals to meet the demands of three growing sons. All of a sudden, there were only two of us. I didn’t want to mess up my clean kitchen and I’d much rather go out to eat.
Building a Merry Little Band
Making friends is an intentional effort—one that is worth it! It takes stepping out of your comfort zone and watching for others who may need friends.
The Age of Elegance
One would think that by the age of 60+, we would have reached the pinnacle for being comfortable in our own skin. But sadly, that’s not always true. I think we can all agree that true b-e-a-u-t-y is not achieved through the multi-billion-dollar beauty, fashion, and image industry.
Why Facebook?
Facebook has become a vital communication tool with most of the adult population using it to some degree.
Best Life Dream Story
I had an epiphany: when I am in heaven, I want to be who I am now—because I am living my best life! This me—the sixty-four-year-old remodeling contractor living in Lubbock, Texas, married to Chuck Tedder. The one who has lots of girlfriends who enrich my life. The Marita who is living a life she never planned for or expected—a life that is so different from who I was for most of my adult life.