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Thinking About Your New Year’s Resolutions
Now that you’ve made the exchanges in your Christmas or Chanukah gifts, do you think it’s time to begin thinking about the changes you want to make in yourself this coming New Year?You may have your own unique list of improvements you want to make – stop smoking, lose some extra pounds, exercise more, live a healthier lifestyle, spend quality time with family and friends. No matter what makes up your set of New Year’s Resolutions, change is never easy. If you’re wondering what can help you take that first … Continue reading
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Tagged change, commitment, diet, exercise, family, friends, gift, goals, New Year's resolutions, stop smoking, visualize
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Sandwich Generation: Self Care for the Holidays
As card carrying members of the Sandwich Generation, do you ever come first in your long list of daily responsibilities? Make an exception over the week between Christmas and New Years. Take some well-deserved time just for you. Photo courtesy of Nina Matthews Photography – Flickr.com Ask for what you need. Pronounce the Christmas meal potluck and don’t feel guilty about it. If they insist, let your family help with the dishes after the holiday dinner. Accept your friend’s offer to bring an appetizer – or even the main course … Continue reading
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Tagged Christmas, emotional support, family. good health, new years, Sandwich Generation, stress
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Sandwiched Boomers: Gift of Health
Americans are very busy spending lots of money on gift cards. With the holidays now right around the corner, your stress level may be stuck on high. And if that’s so, a medical gift card, which some credit card companies and health care providers issue, could be exactly what the doctor ordered. Photo courtesy of Shoshana – Flickr.com The targeted audience for these medical gift cards are members of the Sandwich Generation. They’re the ones buying presents for parents who have increasing health needs. They’re also looking to gift their … Continue reading
Sandwiched Boomers and the Gift of Time
As a Sandwiched Boomer caring for parents growing older and kids growing up, perhaps you’re feeling under more pressure this week. The days are flying by and there’s still so much to do for the holidays. And you may not be finished shopping for your Hanukah, Christmas or Kwanzaa presents. How about a few more ideas that won’t break the bank? Photo by Brainedge – Flickr.com Give of yourself. Enjoy time with your friends by inviting them over for an evening of fun. Organize a potluck and have them bring … Continue reading
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Tagged baking cookies, emotional support, friends, gifts, grandkids, holidays, simpler days, stress, teens
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