The Little Flower: Fiorello LaGuardia Here’s a story about Fiorello LaGuardia who was mayor of New York City during the worst days of the Great Depression and all of WWII. Many New Yorkers adored him. They took to calling him the “Little Flower”. All because he was so short and always wore a carnation in his…
This a lovely story about a senior citizen college student. Her message “Growing Old is Mandatory, Growing Up is Optional” is a special one. If we’re lucky, we’ll reach a ripe old age like her. On the first day of school, our professor introduced himself and challenged us to get to know someone we didn’t…
Countless euphemisms have been penned about geezerdom, such as “strolling into the sunset of life,” but anyone who regards aging as the most fun you can have without giggling with glee needs a brain scan (to prove that they still have one). I saw the great actor Hume Cronyn, then in his eighties, interviewed on…
Most retirees are in a hurry to collect social security benefits at 62. Here’s why you could be better off waiting to take social security. It’s arguably the most important question retirees face. No, not “What time does the senior breakfast special start at Denny’s?” I’m talking about Social Security. Should you begin collecting…
Stairlifts are an increasingly popular choice for seniors to allow them to regain some of the independence that can be lost from a loss of mobility, especially for those who wish to remain in multi-story homes. You’ll want to make sure you know everything to make an informed buying decision. Best Shower Chairs for Elderly…
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