

Do People in Independent Living Still Cook? You Might Be Surprised
During a recent class, the facilitator remarked that nobody in our retirement community cooks anymore. created by ChatGPT 7/15/2026 I looked around the room and wondered if we'd all been living in different communities. Certainly, most of us don't prepare three meals a day anymore. One meal is included in our monthly fee, and many of us are perfectly happy to let someone else handle dinner most of the time. But that's a long way from saying we've stopped cooking. Cooking isn’
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Finding Joy After Loss: Filling the Empty Places
As we grow older, loss becomes an unavoidable part of life. Friends, health, cherished possessions, and beloved pets all leave empty places behind. While we can't erase those losses, we can choose how we fill those spaces—with beauty, friendship, music, nature, and moments of joy.
Jul 43 min read


The Gentle Rebels: Balancing Acceptance and Rage as We Age
How do we balance acceptance with the fight to live our best life? Explore how Taoism, Dylan Thomas, and the Serenity Prayer help us navigate aging.
Jun 195 min read


Grocery Store Pet Peeves: Why Are My Groceries Always Bagged Wrong?
Why does one grocery bag weigh 25 pounds while the others are nearly empty? A humorous look at grocery store pet peeves and reusable bags.
Jun 65 min read



