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What Costa Rica Can Teach Us About Family Values

by phyllis, April 25, 2011

I’m just back from Costa Rica, a small Central American country where peace of mind is a natural commodity. Visiting there felt like a breath of fresh air with it’s slow pace of life and ecological mindfulness. The country has no need for a military presence and family life is a top priority. World events like the turmoil in the Middle East and the devastating crisis in Japan continue to impact our gas, food and transportation costs. High unemployment, compounded by foreclosures and homelessness for families, contributes to the slow … Continue reading →

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Kate and William: Making Marriage Work

by phyllis, April 13, 2011

There’s so much media buzz about the upcoming wedding of William and Kate. One focus seems to be on whether Kate can handle the job – hers is sort of a rags to riches story. The question is, will she just try to please or come into her own and be a role model for young women everywhere? Scroll back to our Monday blog for ideas about how the young royals can make marriage work – and then here are some more practical tips for them and you: Keep the … Continue reading →

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Happily Ever After: Tips for William and Kate

by phyllis, April 11, 2011

The 19th century English poet, Lord Alfred Tennyson, put this universal truth in writing: “In the spring, a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love.” And we all know there’s no better time for a royal wedding. Apparently the April 29 marriage of Prince William of Wales and Kate Middleton, at Westminster Abbey with 1900 guests, will be watched by almost 2 billion people worldwide. Their long walk to the altar will be one of the most viewed TV events of the century. Lots of girls grow up … Continue reading →

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Juicy Tomatoes, Women 50 and Beyond

by phyllis, March 30, 2011

Good morning Sandwiched Boomers! Today we are delighted to welcome Susan Swartz to our Virtual Book Tour. A talented journalist, author, public radio commentator and blogger, she has written two books about women 50 and beyond. She’s here to talk about her ‘Juicy Tomatoes’ books so lets get started, Susan. Nourishing Relationships: First off, who or what is a Juicy Tomato? Susan Swartz: It’s a term I came up with for mature middle aged women to counter those over-the-hill stodgy predictable stereotypes. Juicy Tomatoes are ripe, still on the vine, … Continue reading →

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