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Croatia: the Thrill of Travel

I’ve just returned from a trip to Croatia and want to savor the experience, so I’ll be sharing some of my photos and impressions with you this week. We would like you to click on ‘Comments’ at the bottom of this post and tell us your travel stories as well. Croatia is a small country, not even as large as the state of West Virginia. And it is very homogeneous, with close to 90% of its four and one half million people identified as Croatian and Roman Catholic.   Interested … Continue reading

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Say Goodbye to Your College Kids and Hello to Yourself

After you’ve said goodbye to your college kids, it’s time to say hello to you. Imagine that you’re the woman in the photo below, journaling your way into the next chapter of your life. Engage in an active process of learning more about what you want to do. What nurtures your creative thinking? What stimulates your curiosity? Identify your natural talents. What comes so easily you often don’t notice it? How about the acquired skills you have used successfully? Think about what you consider to be your greatest personal strengths. … Continue reading

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The Empty Nest in Tough Economic Times

These are tough times, with so many baby boomers suffering from unemployment, money problems and foreclosure. There are plenty of reasons to feel anxious and sad. And if you’re dealing with the empty nest, that may feel like the last straw. Give yourself an emotional break and see what happens. Understand that even though your kids have moved out, you’re still needed although not in the same way. Letting go of your parenting responsibilities means letting go of the family role you’ve played so far. Sit back and breathe in … Continue reading

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Boomer Women’s Friendships Can Be Complicated

As boomer women in the sandwich generation who are caring for parents growing older and kids growing up, your life may be full of challenges – especially in this tough economy. In times of need, who is it that you turn to? Whether you need a friend in your court who really understands or one who has your best interests at heart, these tips may help you get what you’re looking for: Receive as well as give support. Perhaps it’s hard for you to ask for help if you’re the … Continue reading

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