6 Dermatologist Approved Tips for Dry, Cracked Heels

01/16/202101/19/2021

by Fayne Frey, M.D. Board Certified Dermatologist You may enjoy the winter, but it's not great for skin Winter can be beautiful, especially in the Northeast. Think about the white covered mountains, translucent icicles sparkling in the trees, and snow angels embedded in lawns next to adorable snowmen. Even Texas had a

Covid19 Vaccine Safety: Separating Fact From Fiction

01/16/202101/16/2021

by Ellen Blake Covid19 Vaccine Safety: What's true and what's not? With so much information about the Covid-19 vaccines online and in the news, it's important to know what's true and what's not. Vince Venditto, PhD, assistant professor in the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy’s Department of Pharmaceutical Science, works overtime

GIVEAWAY: The Mystery of Mrs. Christie by Marie Benedict

01/10/202101/10/2021

Love mysteries? Love Agatha Christie novels? Us too. But the biggest mystery of all was the 11 day disappearance of Mrs. Christie in 1926. What happened to Agatha Christie?? Enter our sweepstakes drawing for a chance to win a FREE hardcover copy of the new book, The Mystery of Mrs. Christie:

Four Benefits of Senior Cohousing During the Pandemic and Beyond

01/07/202101/08/2021

by Ellen Blake updated January 7, 2021 What is cohousing? Cohousing is a style of living that originated in Denmark in the 1970's. It's an intentional community of private homes organized around common space, shared meals and group activities. In the U.S., cohousing started in the early 2000's. It is not the same

Micro Weddings Trending During Pandemic Times

01/06/202101/06/2021

sponsored post Just Say I Do You or a family member is ready to say “I Do” and you don’t want to put it off until who knows when. Your carefully constructed and thoughtful wedding plans simply don’t work with the current pandemic restrictions, and suddenly, the arrangements for your magical day

Due to the Coin Shortage I’ll No Longer Accept Anyone’s 2 Cents

01/05/202101/19/2021

by Leslie Farin Are we in the midst of a coin shortage? Good question. Some say yes, others say no. The U.S. Mint acknowledges people use far fewer coins now during the pandemic due to the increased use of cashless commerce. They insist, however, it's not a coin shortage or supply problem.

Opinion: What Can We Expect in 2021?

01/05/202101/05/2021

By Bob Hampton, CPA/PFS, ChFC The year ahead Most of us approach a new year with hopes of better times to come. This past year, the pandemic wreaked havoc on our health and economies around the world, making 2020 difficult for many. The new year brings a Covid-19 vaccine and a new

Are You a Curious Explorer? How to Live a Fulfilling Life

01/05/202101/06/2021

by Amy Temperly My life crisis Recently I had a life crisis. Maybe you had one of these little gems at some point. Life is smooth, and then all of a sudden, nothing feels right and you just don’t know who you are anymore. These episodes tend to happen during transitional times

Why Long Term Female Friendships Enhance Your Life

12/30/202012/30/2020

By Leslie Farin originally posted November 10, 2019 updated December 30, 2020 I know I can't be the only one who thinks my girlfriends ROCK - but mine really do. I just returned from a much needed girls trip with a fabulous group of women I met in 1999, a few years after

6 Ways to Keep Calm and Carry On (and Why)

12/28/202012/30/2020

by Amy Temperly Why the heck am I yelling so much? A few years ago we adopted a sweet, Australian Shepherd puppy and named him London. Most of the time London was a joy, but sometimes he was a complete terror. We worked hard to train him but from time to time,

Covid19 Pandemic: How to Help Those in Need

12/16/202012/20/2020

originally posted 3/22/2020 updated 12/16/2020 We are all affected by the coronavirus pandemic, but some individuals more so than others. Food insecurity is twice as high as before the pandemic. If you are able to help and wondering the best way to do so, below are a few reputable organizations accepting donations.

5 Effective Strategies to Turn That Idea Into a Novel

12/12/202012/16/2020

By John Adam Wasowicz, author of Slaters Lane Why and How I Decided to Write a Novel Four years ago, I turned 65 and the youngest of our children was entering his final year of college. I turned to my wife and said I was finally going to finish the book I

5 Practical Tips to Budget For the Holidays in a Pandemic Year

12/09/202012/09/2020

by Ellen Blake A longer holiday shopping season this year The holiday season feels different this year - because it is different. For one thing, it's twice as long. Covid-19 forced retailers to make changes to their holiday sales cycle, which affects how we shop. The "special" deals started much earlier than

Holidays Are Not The Same Without Mom: 5 Ways To Cope

12/09/202012/10/2020

by Leslie Farin, Publisher 50Plus-Today originally posted 12.14.2019 updated 12.9.2020 Missing Mom during the holidays People who lost their moms warned me how difficult it can be to get through the December holidays. And not just the first year. Their absence becomes more bearable as time passes, but the hole in your heart just

6 Planet Friendly Alternatives to Traditional Funerals

12/08/202012/08/2020

by Jenny Leigh Hodgins Why I became a memorial planning coach in my "second act" I learned the hard way, through agonizing personal tragedies, what's really important for a memorial. Again and again, I encountered grief-stricken scenarios where no memorial plans were in place for a loved one. I stepped up to

How to Brighten Your Holidays With a Free Zoom Background

11/23/202011/30/2020

by Ellen Blake Make your virtual celebrations more festive Will you celebrate the holidays via Zoom this year? That's the plan for most of us, I think. I definitely prefer the traditional in-person celebrations of years past with my large loud family, however fortunately online platforms provide a reasonable opportunity to connect.

A Holiday Like No Other – Pandemic Holiday Gift Ideas

11/19/202011/23/2020

by Arlen Hollis Kane Gift Ideas for the Covid-Era No one comes close to me in my love for jewelry, furs, silk pajamas, Italian leather anything. Paris Hilton may think she’s tops in glitz, but she’s a lightweight. Carrying a small dog around in a fancy little purse, even if that

Grieving Your Usual Holiday Traditions? This Year Won’t Be Business as Usual

11/18/202011/23/2020

by Leslie Farin It's November, and Covid-19 is still a "thing" It did not occur to me in early 2020 when the world first shut down that Covid-19 would still be a "thing" at the end of the year. But here it is November, and the virus still affects all of our

6 Invaluable Techniques to Improve Communication With a Loved One With Dementia

11/04/202011/12/2020

by Rebecca Warner, author of My Dad My Dog As Health Care Surrogate for my parents, I navigated the healthcare and caregiving labyrinth on their behalf for 14 years. I was in the doctor’s office with Dad the day the doctor diagnosed him with Alzheimer’s. Over the next nine years, I

Men’s Health: How Do I Know if I Have ED and What Should I Do?

11/02/202011/17/2020

By Dr. Ron Kline, M.D. Medical Director, Renewal Medical Centers of North Texas Note from the editor: We are pleased to welcome Dr. Ron Kline to our 50Plus-Today family to share his expertise about men's sexual health and age management medicine. We hope to provide enlightening answers to your important questions through