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- ***Adultery and Divorce: Facts and Myths - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWith so many entertainers, politicians, and professional athletes making headlines because of their sexual infidelities, it might be worth taking a look at how the law deals with adultery. Let’s start with a definition. Adultery, in most legal contexts, refers to a voluntary sexual ...
Views: 5065(1 vote) - ***Natural Remedies for Itchy Eyes - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comIf your eyes feel itchy, are red or have that sticky and gritty feel, relief is on the way. Try one of these simple, natural remedies for relief. 1. Ingredients * Chamomile tea * Salt * Eyebright (if available) Gently clean the eye with a tissue that has been dipped in ...
Views: 4683(1 vote) - ***Fitness Over 50 – It’s All About The Baby Steps, Baby! - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWith all of the compelling advertising on television, radio and print about the many “results oriented” exercise programs available, choosing the right one can be difficult. Many fitness programs on the market today are too difficult for the average Baby Boomer to complete – or at least we think ...
Views: 2350(1 vote) - Latest Fitness News- Keep You Healthy & Fit - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Nikita VermaNews is a report of recent events or previously unknown information around the world. But most of the things are happen in the world, every day we don’t find in the newspaper or news channels. To make a bollywood news are interesting for the issues either it is publish or broadcast, generally ...
Views: 778 - “HELP!! I’M LIVING A LIFE DESIGNED BY A 25 YEAR OLD AND IT DOESN’T FIT RIGHT ANYMORE!” - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Stanlee PanelleDoes that feel familiar? When did it happen that everything you thought you wanted when you were in your blooming 20s has either come to pass – and passed on by - or has lost it’s allure, or you’ve outgrown it? It happens to all of us at some level. Some are more conscious of the discomfort ...
Views: 1482 - Get Over It and Stay Contented - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Contented WriterBecause I grew up in a home environment in which anger was a daily occurrence, it is not surprising that I was an angry person by the time I reached adulthood. Fortunately, my anger never reached the depth that my parents’ anger attained. For example, my anger never led me to violence. ...
Views: 1796 - A Little Bedtime Story - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Adrienne MarksI have a little story for you There’s a woman, of ‘indeterminate’ age who lives in New York. She’s happy, has a good job, great husband, children, grandchildren, friends. In other words she has to all intents and purposes and from what the outside world would consider ‘a good life’. Yet ...
Views: 1218(1 vote) - Do You Believe in Ghosts? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from ROBERT RIDEOUTDo you believe in ghosts? Lord knows, we have all seen enough movies about them, but have you personally encountered one? It finally happened to me a few years ago, convincing me of the supernatural reality of ghosts. They do exist. Back in 2007, I lived in an apartment that was supposedly ...
Views: 1804(2 votes) - HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Adrienne MarksIf you’re American – and even if you’re not – Happy Independence Day I like the idea of Independence ; Freedom - from tyranny not only in the global sense but also on a personal level. Doesn’t it make you think ? All those years ago when America declared itself independent from the ...
Views: 1090 - How To Raise Your Testosterone Levels Through The Roof With The Endocrine Diet - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Plato PowersIt's no secret that back in the day men had much higher testosterone levels then they do today. There simply had to be something that motivated men to hack their way through the wilderness, and assemble a civilization. If one is a fan of old photographs, it is not uncommon to find snapshots of ...
Views: 26269(2 votes) - ***Bully Button Lint - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comThat’s not a typo. It’s a reference to the detritus left over by bullies who push our buttons. Make that bullies and other kinds of emotional abusers. Be warned – this isn’t going to be one of those screeds where forgiveness is the answer and won’t we all feel better if we just let go of all ...
Views: 2792(1 vote) - I've joined the Big Boys - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Adrienne MarksChoose Behave Habits Interesting stuff. Have you been watching the latest Bob Proctor videos? They are awesome. But what I find especially interesting is that it’s what I’ve been saying for quite a while now. Nice to know that Bob and I agree; Bob Proctor calls them ‘paradigms’; ...
Views: 1154 - Alternatives To Getting Old - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Arthur LevineSome people say there are no viable alternatives to getting old, but I think it’s a matter of the mind. Today there is a philosophy that the new middle aged group are people in their fifties and sixties instead of in their forties. I think it’s a matter of how you feel and how you act. Maybe ...
Views: 1615 - Help Me Sell My House! - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Lilly GordonSelling a home is always filled with trials and tribulations. Sometimes the stress is at the outset; divorce, death and separation can be a stressful time and often the decision to sell is mad for you. Sometimes people sell to due to expanding families, or cash flow. Whatever the reason, selling ...
Views: 2048 - ***Is SHE Crazy, Is It HIM, or Is It MENOPAUSE? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comThis post was inspired by a client of mine who is definitely having mood swings and feels that her husband does not understand. His comments suggest that she is either mentally ill, depressed or just basically unstable. His recommendations are that she should take some anti-depressant or ...
Views: 3080(1 vote) - SIDS Prevention Through Baby Breathing Monitor - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from julie crossAll parents want to ensure their child's safety even though they cannot be by their side all the time. Since it is impossible for any parent to be near their children 24/7, baby monitors such as the baby breathing monitor will prove to be highly beneficial for them. A lot of parents dread the ...
Views: 1465 - "My Elderly Parents Need Help, but don't want the help" - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Michele Bayno"My Elderly Parents Need Help, but don't want the help".06/01/2011 Does this sound familiar? Is your mother cooking, and leaving the stove or oven on? Is she forgetting the meal in the oven and it catches fire? Luckily your father was home this time. Many adult children can get very ...
Views: 3624 - Living Without Regrets - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Sara DillingerBoomer 54 Mark of Baby Boomer Talk Online posted the following list of the Top 5 regrets people have on their deathbeds after attending the funeral of a favorite aunt. I’ve expanded each point with comments just to add a little more fuel for thought: The Top 5 Regrets People Have On Their ...
Views: 1421 - Support for Caregivers - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Michele BaynoAre you a caregiver? If you are, you are playing a very important role in someone's life. It is possible that you are caring for an elderly parent, friend, or family member. It is also possible that their health is starting to deteriorate and they need help. Furthermore, you are helping with ...
Views: 1562 - FREEDOM - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Adrienne MarksI want to give you the gift of Freedom; Freedom from Fear Freedom from Doubt Freedom from Procrastination And I want to empower you with the ability to de-stress, relax, chill out, take action and reach your goals easily and effortlessly PHEW Bit much for a glorious Friday ...
Views: 1214 - True Change Comes From the Gut, Head, Heart and Hand - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Anthony CalabreseThis past October, I had the pleasure of attending a three hour seminar given by Robert Kegan, from the Adult Learning and Professional Development department of the Harvard University Graduate School of Education. Kegan’s topic entitled “Immunity to Change”, fascinated me at the time, and even ...
Views: 1031 - Is Life Really a Game? - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Curt GorlickHow many times have you heard “Life is a game?” Do YOU believe life is just a game? I do. Does my response surprise you? If so, keep the question hovering in your mind for a bit as I explain. I believe life is a mind game. Winning the mind game of life is all about perspectives and ...
Views: 1286 - Children’s Happy Acres – Heaven on Earth - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from ROBERT RIDEOUTBack in 1959, when I was ten years old, I spent two weeks of my summer with my sister in a child’s version of heaven on earth. I’m talking about the Pony Farm, or “Children’s Happy Acres” as it was officially called. North of Bellingham Washington, forty boys and girls came together for a week ...
Views: 1527 - 30 Things You Can Do This Weekend (With or Without a Man) - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerHappy Memorial Day weekend! How about a little trivia to start your day? In 1868, May 30 was designated as a holiday to honor the nation’s Civil War casualties. Now called Memorial Day, it was originally known as Decoration Day. Red poppies are commonly associated with Memorial Day and are ...
Views: 2511(11 votes) - The Seriousness in Responding versus Reacting - by Submitted on May 30, 2011 from Anthony CalabreseAs I write this, I have just returned from being away for a few days. I expected based on past experience I would have quite a bit to catch up on when I came back. Between US mail, e-mail (2 accounts), voice mail (2 phones) and just touching base with immediate family members, there was quite ...
Views: 794 - How Do You Define Yourself? - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Sara DillingerWouldn’t it be nice if you could go to any good dictionary – say the Merriam-Webster Online (http://www.merriam-webster.com/) – type in your own name and find out everything YOU needed to know about yourself? There you would find a definition of who you are, a guide to conjugating who you are in ...
Views: 1571 - ***30 Things You Can Do This Weekend (With or Without a Man) - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerHappy Memorial Day weekend! How about a little trivia to start your day? In 1868, May 30th was designated as a holiday to honor the nation’s Civil War casualties. Now called Memorial Day, it was originally known as Decoration Day. Red poppies are commonly associated with Memorial Day and are ...
Views: 2212(12 votes) - ***How Much of a Mortgage Can You Afford? - by Submitted on May 27, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comThere is currently a rush to refinance home mortgages at the present time due to the general belief that mortgage interest rates are currently low and may likely increase in the near future. Some folks may be looking to reduce the term of their mortgage as part of the refinance plan. For ...
Views: 1836(1 vote) - A Beginner's Guide to Tapping for Fun and Profit - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Sara DillingerAs promised before it was pre-empted by the purported “End of the World”, here are the basics of tapping. If you really get “into” it, you will want to check out a couple of sites: http://www.attractingabundance.com/, Carol Look’s website, and ...
Views: 2164(2 votes) - Smoking with Shiva - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from ROBERT RIDEOUTIn 1994, I was at a major turning point in my life. I had just survived a near tragic accident where I broke my body in twelve places, my father and best friend had recently died, and to top that off, I was now being forced to sell my house and land in the woods due to divorce. My soon to be ...
Views: 2609 - The Value of Informational Interviews in Moving Forward on a New Venture - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Anthony CalabreseIn today’s fast paced society, it is not uncommon for people to want results quickly when they are in need of something. However, when you are looking to obtain something of value in your life, such as a new job, beginning a new venture or becoming an expert in a field in which you know little ...
Views: 1109 - THE BASIC HABITS THAT LEAD TO SUCCESS - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI have been doing a lot of networking and public speaking these past months! It seems that, wherever I go, I am constantly asked about my daily and weekly habits – “What do you do on a regular basis to succeed?” For many years, I just assumed that what I did – everyone did! Well, you know ...
Views: 1687(1 vote) - Playing Games with Tapping - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Sara DillingerI wrote a humorous (I hope) piece yesterday about tapping to fall in love. I have also used tapping with some success, believe it or not, in playing the computer game Free Cell. Don’t get me wrong; I don’t play Free Cell all day long but it is, occasionally, necessary to lift your nose from ...
Views: 1581 - Wall Beds - 7 Reasons to Get One - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Dario H PetkovicIn case you are like me and dwell in a small apartment in one of the very pricey cities worldwide, Melbourne, surely you ll be looking to save money and also space. Wall beds are best for use in residence spots which aren't primarily utilized to be a bed room. Any room may well be turned into a ...
Views: 1728(1 vote) - ***A 10-Step Approach to Avert Calamitous Conflict - by Submitted on May 18, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comFeedback from students in the course I teach at Villanova, titled Managing the Intergenerational Workforce, once again supports my contention that: 1) most employers are either oblivious to or in denial about the historic impact of four dominant generations in the workforce, and 2) ...
Views: 2364(1 vote) - ***How Much of a Mortgage Can You Afford? - by Submitted on May 18, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comThere is currently a rush to refinance home mortgages at the present time due to the general belief that mortgage interest rates are currently low and may likely increase in the near future. Some folks may be looking to reduce the term of their mortgage as part of the refinance plan. For ...
Views: 1648(1 vote) - Retiring Workforce - The Largest and Most Talented Contingent Workforce - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Tricia DouglassAccording to some wag, experience is a comb that life gives you after you have gone bald! But it is not really funny or fair to have experience going waste. A recent lively discussion - in which I had silently participated on LinkedIn - questions the sensibility of today’s HR personnel choosing ...
Views: 858(1 vote) - Go to Sleepy Already! - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Sara DillingerI just listened to a segment of Robin Young’s Here and Now on NPR. The segment was about an ebook that has gone viral even though it has not yet been published. The title of the book, by Adam Mansback, is Go the F**K to Sleep. NPR was being coy and giving the title as “Go the F*** to Sleep”, ...
Views: 1296 - The Recession and the Expats in Spain - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Vincent TreacyThe recession is now over two years old and I met a friend in the radio station who was then running a restaurant. He is also a Music Hall buff and he entertained his restaurant guests across the alley from the restaurant in a small Music Hall. Barry Britten, my friend,had a thriving business ...
Views: 1984(1 vote) - The Recession and the Expats in Spain - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Vincent TreacyThe recession is now over two years old and I met a friend in the radio station who was then running a restaurant. He is also a Music Hall buff and he entertained his restaurant guests across the alley from the restaurant in a small Music Hall. Barry Britten, my friend,had a thriving business ...
Views: 1228 - The Recession and the Expats in Spain - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Vincent TreacyThe recession is now over two years old and I met a friend in the radio station who was then running a restaurant. He is also a Music Hall buff and he entertained his restaurant guests across the alley from the restaurant in a small Music Hall. Barry Britten, my friend,had a thriving business ...
Views: 1326(1 vote) - Reach Out To Your Grandchildren - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Sara DillingerI just returned from a trip to Worlds of Fun with my grandson Thomas to find a blog posted in my email that proclaims “Grandparents and grandkids are connecting”. John Agno, who writes the “So Baby Boomer” blog had older grandkids in mind. He mentioned the use of Facebook and you have to be ...
Views: 1287 - Sun Protective Shirts From Your Old Shirts - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from David A. ShirSun protective shirts are all the rage and it is one that we welcome with all our hearts. After all, if you can combine the function of optimum sun protection with the fashion of fun shirts, then you have the best of both worlds. Making New Out of the Old Lest you start thinking of money ...
Views: 815 - Sun Protection Hat Review - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from David A. ShirIf you have yet to wear a sun protection hat, then you might be missing a few precious years of you life. Keep in mind that your ears, neck and nape are still susceptible to skin cancer if and when these are exposed to the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. You must stop thinking that a baseball ...
Views: 1983 - Myths About Babies Sleeping Through The Night - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Farzana Zamir1- Keeping my baby up during the day will help him sleep better at night. It seems counterintuitive, but babies who nap more are usually better nighttime sleepers. That's because if baby doesn't nap, his body produces cortisol, a stress hormone that will rev him up and make it harder to fall and ...
Views: 1123 - Maintaining Balance Is Crucial As We Grow Older - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Sara DillingerHas anyone ever told you that you have rocks in your head? It was undoubtedly meant as an insult, but it’s true, you know. Or sort of true. Actually, the balance organ in the inner ear is lined with tiny hair-like cilia. There are also tiny calcium carbonate stones – the so-called rocks in ...
Views: 1348 - Ageism and other problems in the Workplace - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Vincent TreacyOccupational Psychologist, Stephen Howarth, joined Vince to discuss the implications of the working life in the UK. I asked Stephen whether he felt the management teams of many companies haven't really looked too deeply at the people who work for them. Stephen went to University to develop ...
Views: 1456 - Dreams: Keep Hope Alive - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Sara DillingerWhoopee! I get to go to the circus tonight! I can hardly wait. Pardon my excitement. It’s not even a “real” circus – not a Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey type circus. But I’m excited anyway. My daughter called while we were having breakfast to tell me that Josh, my middle grandson, ...
Views: 1289 - 10 Proven Ways to Find Happiness In Retirement - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Chow SiewHappiness in retirement is what we look forward to when we finally retire from our full-time job or business. But happiness is not guaranteed even if you are a wealthy person with a healthy retirement income. Retirement from work should be the happiest phase of our lives. Most of us ...
Views: 1136 - Growing Old Gracefully - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from cedric riceOne thing about life is that we are constantly ageing. There is absolutely nothing that we can do about it. We can try to use products which make us look younger or we can take vitamins and supplements and spend hours at the gym but no matter what we do and how hard we try we are going to grow ...
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