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How to Take Steps Toward a Career Change
If you’re a member of the sandwich generation and thinking about changing your career, Caryn FitzGerald, our guest blogger this week, has some tips for you. On our Monday post, Caryn asked you whether you want to break free from the corporate world and live the life of your dreams. Here’s what she has to say about that. “The answer is simple, follow your heart and don’t allow yourself to give up. 1. Ask yourself what is your true passion? What really makes your heart skip a beat or your … Continue reading
Women in the Sandwich Generation Need to Start Taking Better Care of Themselves
In last week’s election, did you notice all the references to the Pink Stampede? There were several firsts for women – Nikki Haley (South Carolina) Susana Martinez (New Mexico) and Mary Fallin (Oklahoma) were all elected in states that never had a female governor before. Despite these historic events, women continue to lag behind in issues related to taking care of themselves. They seem to have other priorities that can’t wait. According to AARP research, 44 million members of the Sandwich Generation, most of them women, are caregivers for aging … Continue reading
More Photos of Croatia
Here are more photos of the magic of Croatia. And then it’s your turn. It’s an easy drive down the coast, from Zagreb to Dubrovnic, stopping in seaside villages along the way. Cobblestone streets and bougainvilleas enhance the charm while colorful markets and street performers add to the enchantment. Then there’s the majesty of the Adriatic Sea, dotted with inlets and islands. Read here about the natural beauty of Hvar, often called the queen of the Dalmatian islands. Although inland, but not to be missed, is Plitvice National Park, a … Continue reading
Parents Refusing to Leave Campus
When you dropped your kids off at college, were you the one dragging your heels? This generation of parents has been described as clinging, especially when they refuse to leave the campus. In fact, a number of college administrators have introduced blunt language into orientation schedules, including a specific time to say goodbye. The message is clear: release your anxieties and your adult children to this adventure, and enjoy the ride yourself. The lesson, not taught in the traditional curriculum, is about letting go. Parenting expert, Michelle Borba, gives practical … Continue reading
