retirement
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Giving Back Tuesday – Senior Services
This month, the Giving Back Tuesday focus is Senior Services. Senior services are a variety of support services to help older adults with independence, health issues, and overall quality of life. The support offered could include help at home, nutrition, transportation, social activities, and support services for caregivers, and often coordinated to address physical, social, Continue reading
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The New Year
Welcome to the New Year, everyone. It’s 2026, and according to the Chinese Zodiac, 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse. In numerology, 2026 is considered a “Universal 1 Year,” which signifies the beginning of a new nine-year cycle and a time for new directions. Both of these things occurring in the same year Continue reading
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The Final Act
Recently, on Instagram, I came across a video clip of actress Jane Fonda talking with Michelle Obama and others about her life and aging gracefully. You can watch the video clip here. Looking amazing for an 87-year-old woman, Jane shares some of her life wisdom, especially for what she calls her “final act.” Jane sees Continue reading
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Giving Back Tuesdays
During my sabbatical, a goal I created was to find ways to give back to my local community, as well as the world in general. My career included giving back to young children and their families, and I did that for 35 years. I plan to continue contributing to early education with my consulting business, Continue reading
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Years ago, when I was a child, I went to a county fair with my family. While there, I came across a fortune telling both. I asked my dad if I could have my fortune done and he said yes. There were many questions I had, but the question on my mind that day was Continue reading
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Lessons Learned
What would happen if I took six months to focus on my well-being without the worrying about work or additional responsibilities? This was the question I asked myself before I began my sabbatical 4 1/2 months ago. During my sabbatical, I have not found a new job or taken on any new commitments. What I Continue reading
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Limbo
It has been six weeks since I left my full-time job. My sabatical is underway. I plan to take another six weeks before I decide how to move forward. I have been busy visiting family, supporting friends, helping my youngest son prepare for college, and doing consulting work for my business. But despite having things Continue reading
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Change
I have always been someone who has welcomed change. I like trying new things and doing things differently. But for the last few years, I’ve tried new locations (work and home), but still find myself doing the same things over and over. For the average person, doing the same thing brings comfort and security. However, Continue reading
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