Retirement Leisure: What About a Book Group?
Our book group put together a list of questions to use during discussions. We don’t necessarily go down the list from top to bottom. Someone will just start talking about the things that occurred to them and then we jump from one subject to the other. We’ve read science fiction, poetry, non-fiction, mysteries and literary and genre fiction. One month, we read The Science Fiction Hall of Fame … [Read more...]
Importance of Memory Games for Seniors
Fear of dementia or Alzheimer’s is one of the primary concerns for aging baby boomers. While there is no clear way of preventing memory degeneration, researchers have concluded there are things you can do to keep you brain active. Memory games for seniors is one way to prevent dementia. Playing games can be an important way of keeping your brain active. Experts often mention activities such … [Read more...]
Things to Do In Phoenix AZ Children’s Musuem
If you have a toddler or pre-schooler and are looking for things to do in Phoenix AZ, a visit the Children's Museum is a wonderful way to spend the day. While the website says the museum is for ages one to eleven, the vast majority of youngsters were under six when we were there. I cajoled my 11 year old grandson to be a helper and he agreed, but it was really too young for him to enjoy. My eight … [Read more...]
Venetian Obsession With the Donna Leon Books
Death at La Fenice, Death and Judgment, Doctored Evidence, or any of the nearly 20 Guido Brunetti mysteries by Donna Leon About six months ago, while doing a graduate internship at a local library, I brought home my first of Donna Leon books, Death and Judgment. I know it is dangerous for an addict to risk daily and frequent exposure to the focus of her addiction, but I couldn’t seem to help … [Read more...]
Play is For Children AND Adults
Recently a fellow coach was talking about living her purpose through her current work, how passionate she was about her mission, the hours and commitment that it required. She said, “I work and work doing what I love until I hit a brick wall.” She thrust her hand against the wall for emphasis. “What about play,” I asked. “Play?” she responded, “What’s that?”Wow! In our … [Read more...]
Senior Theater on the Rise
There has never been a better time to pursue senior theater. More individuals who are over 50 are turning to this activity to meet new people, challenge themselves, keep their minds sharp and make the most of the free time they have available. Senior theater can be challenging, rewarding and very enjoyable. Large Increase in Senior Performing Groups Senior performing groups are … [Read more...]
Inexpensive Fun Activities for Seniors
One of the most enjoyable benefits when you retire is the amount of free time you have available. Instead of spending the majority of your week commuting back and forth to an office or attending meetings, you are now free to pursue more leisure activities. The downside is that you may need to spend less to not jeopardize your retirement income security. Fortunately, there are plenty of inexpensive … [Read more...]