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Haitian Earthquake and the Loss of a Loved One
Days after a 7.0 earthquake devastated Port-au-Prince, the capital city of Haiti, family members battled for a proper burial of their loved ones. Time and again, tragedy followed moments of hope. Yet, despite the death and destruction, the people struggled to survive. And hundreds took to the streets, singing and chanting amid huge mounds of rubble – a clear sign of the resilience of the human spirit. While not in such desperate circumstances, perhaps you too have suffered the death of a loved one. Although you may want the pain … Continue reading
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Dealing with Menopause
You may have trouble keeping track of all the changes menopause brings – especially when you are a Sandwiched Boomer overwhelmed by hot flashes. But there are some actions you can take to regain a sense of control over this major life transition. Here are some tips to help you move through this process. Continue to gather information. There are websites, such www.menopause.org and www.WebMd.com, which provide extensive explanations and material about treatment options. There are other resources such as books, journals, and lectures. It is important that the information … Continue reading
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Senator Ted Kennedy: Patriarch of the Family
Senator Ted Kennedy was the patriarch of his family, including his brothers’ children and grandchildren. During the memorial, at the funeral eulogies and just speaking informally, family members – young and older – spoke of the impact he had on their lives. Kennedy was a great listener, supportive and a positive force. He shared what he knew about sailing, history and politics. He took the time to remember birthdays and special events. Most of all, he taught his family that anything is possible and to never give up. Who has … Continue reading
Your Personal Health Plan Begins with a Change
With members of the House on their August recess and Senators soon to follow, politicians are returning home to hear the opinions of the American people on the proposed national health care plan. Because one-half of the funding for the trillion-dollar plan is set to come from reductions in the Medicare program, senior citizens are worried about losing their physicians, their benefits and their medical autonomy. Employees are worried about losing their private insurance as employers consider dropping private plans and moving to the public option. Small business owners are … Continue reading
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Tagged challenges, change, crisis, employee, employer, gratitude, House, inertia, insurance, Medicare, national health plan, politician, positive attitude, Sandwiched Boomers, Senate, senior citizen, video
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