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Kudos to all of you Sandwiched Boomers who rallied yesterday and made Carol White’s book tour a virtual delight. And Carol’s enthusiasm about how to give yourself the gift of travel virtually jumped off the screen. Our readers posed practical and universal questions. How can I plan a trip when the world financial institutions are crumbling? How can I be away from family for such a long time? How can I be with my husband in the cramped quarters of an RV, 24/7 for a year? How do I begin … Continue reading

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We are delighted to have Carol White with us today discussing her book, “Live Your Road Trip Dream.” According to Carol this detailed, step-by-step manual of real-life information on organizing the trip you’ve always wanted to take will have you on your adventure in no time. Nourishing Relationships: Whatever made you and Phil believe that you could actually take off and travel for a year? Carol: Phil and I believe that if we want something bad enough, we can make it happen – kind of the “dream it, do it” … Continue reading

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If Sandwich Generation responsibilites are stressful and you’re feeling frustrated, a conversation with your husband has the potential to turn into a fullblown fight. Here are some ways to diffuse the emotions : Stop what you’re doing and close your eyes – breathe in deeply several times through your nose. Hold your breath for five seconds and release it through your mouth. Ignore any intruding and negative feelings. Notice how focusing only on your breathing makes you feel more refreshed. Throw yourself into an activity that gives you immediate release … Continue reading

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