The Life and Spirit of Marta
During hospice care, A Cuban immigrant shares her story of freedom and faith
Life
Claude Pepper Institute Assesses Impacts of Aging Population
The concept, conceived in 1978, focuses on issues related to the social aspects of aging and their implications for public policy.
And How Micro-Disaster Taught Me the Difference Between 'Stuff' and 'Things'
Throughout elementary school, my teachers had lists of words and phrases we were not allowed to use. “Nice” and “cool” were forbidden — branded as unspecific cop-out adjectives. “I think” was banned for being redundant. For one teacher, “stuff” was…
Making Friends And Keeping Them Treasured
Making friends and making those friendships last a lifetime.
Professional Bridesmaid
Want to be a Bridesmaid? Here’s the Job Description.
The Back Roads of Memory
In early 1987 I was 16 and got my license to drive. What could top the electric sense of freedom that comes with having an operator’s license? Owning my First Car, of course.
Don’t Panic, It’s Just Doomsday!
Some simple tips to take the bite out of the end of the world — it IS ending, isn't it?
An Ode to My Hair
Our author completed her chemotherapy and radiation treatment for breast cancer in May. We wish her a speedy re-growth!
What Squirrels Can Teach Us About Retirement
For Boomers, It Looks Like Stashing Nuts Beats the 401(k)
