eCourtesy By Penelope Folsom Did you ever wonder why computers don’t come with etiquette instruction books that would remind us of the day-to-day courtesies that our mothers taught us. Well, in the absence of your mother looking over your shoulder, here are a dozen quick and easy rules that will endear you to your e-mail […]
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Cosmetics Claima: Truth or Fiction?
COSMETICS CLAIMS: TRUTH OR FICTION? By Louise Whiteside “Look 20 years younger in just two weeks!” “Have beautiful, blemish-free skin after just 10 days of using our product!” “Your lips will look luscious, moist and pouty.” “Have mysterious, longer, seductive-looking lashes.” In newspapers and magazines, on radio and television, […]
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Try Charitable Strategies of the Wealthy
TRY CHARITABLE STRATEGIES OF THE WEALTHY By Wayne B. Zussman Warren Buffett, along with Bill and Melinda Gates, have challenged the nation’s billionaires to give away at least half their net worth. To date, the Gates have given $14.5 billion to fund vaccines. Along with Warren Buffett, who says he will donate 99 percent […]
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So Many Books, So Little Time
SO MANY BOOKS, SO LITTLE TIME By Maureen Smith Where would I be without book clubs? It seems that has been the one constant wherever my travels have taken me. Currently I’m an active member of The Naval Academy Women’s Club (NAWC) First Friday Book Group, which has reached an impressive milestone, celebrating its 30th […]
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Bird is the Word
Bird is the Word! Add Beauty to Your Backyard by Attracting Birds to Visit By Leah Lancione Birds add beauty and excitement to an outdoor landscape with their distinctive chirps and songs and colorful feathers. During the late winter and early spring these small creatures need help from you when food is scarce. By taking […]
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Ask the Undertaker
ASK THE UNDERTAKER By Ryan Helfenbein www.LastingTributesFuneralCare.com What Exactly Do You Do? A few weeks ago I returned home from an out-of-state conference. While traveling I had conversations with individuals on the plane, at the airport and even in the cab. Undoubtedly, the common question would come up, “Are you here for business or pleasure?” […]
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Dear Vicki
Dear Vicki By Vicki Duncan Leisure Lifestyle Clashes Last year, I retired and mostly enjoy my new life, except for my leisure time with my spouse. When he comes home from his full-time job, all he wants to do is sit in front of the “boob tube!” I’m ready to go out and socialize or […]
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Meet Your Neighbors — The US Naval Academy
Meet Your Neighbors — The US Naval Academy By Cindy Rott The United States Naval Academy is not the off-limits compound that many perceive it to be, although there have been times when security has restricted entrance. Typically, however, with proper IDs, visitors are welcome. Every week the USNA hosts a plethora of activities […]
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How to Combat and Reduce Medical Debt
How to Combat and Reduce Medical Debt By Wayne B. Zussman Medical debt is the most common form of debt affecting seniors, according to Financial Web’s article on Personal Debt for Seniors. With financial demands including limited “retirement income, rising health care costs and the expense of long-term housing,” seniors are finding it challenging […]
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Trip Essentials
TRIP ESSENTIALS Recently while having the unfortunate, but not uncommon, experience of being stuck in an airport, I made a list of all the things I should have had with me. (Hindsight is always the best teacher.) While trying to remain calm and patient as our flight was delayed once again, I borrowed a pencil […]
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Three Myths About People Over 50
Three Myths About People Over 50 By Terry Portis When I teach an introduction to psychology course, I give an assignment that asks students to examine advertising and see how people from different age groups are portrayed. They report a lot of stereotyping and assumptions that people in certain age ranges are pretty much all […]
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An Appeal for TechKnow Etiquette
An Appeal for TechKnow Etiquette By Edree Downing Imagine having to dish out advice on proper phone etiquette. Remember back when courtesy was the norm? No longer. And it’s not only your granddaughter who fails to exercise elementary civility. How about talking on the phone in movie theaters, restaurants and anywhere that you’re standing […]
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The iPad Could Be for You
The iPad Could Be for You By Scudder Sodergreen It’s 1967. You’re stretched out on the couch watching the latest episode of Star Trek. Captain Kirk orders Scotty to “beam them up” and Scotty pulls out a square pad, taps it a few times and suddenly Kirk and his crew appear. Fast forward […]
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IS YOUR HOME STUMBLE-PROOF?
IS YOUR HOME STUMBLE-PROOF? By Louise Whiteside A seasoned veteran of home-based falls, I’m no one to lecture you on preventing them. But at least I can share my own unfortunate experiences and give you the benefit of some lessons learned. One slip on a wet bathroom floor and a slide down the entire […]
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It’s Never too Late to Strengthen Those Muscles
It’s Never too Late to Strengthen Those Muscles By Neil Moran The generation before us may have been rightfully dubbed the “Greatest Generation,” as described by Tom Brokaw in his bestseller. However, they may have had some misconceptions about exercise as you age. One misconception is that you don’t lift weights after age […]
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They’re Baaaack
They’re Baaaaaack! Stink Bugs Take Up Residence in the Bay Area By Penelope Folsom Bugs! Admit it. Like many others in the mid-Atlantic states, you may have noticed stink bugs. And they’re everywhere. Where did these little stinkers come from and why are they in your home? Apparently they arrived here in the 1990s […]
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Living Life to the Fullest
LIVING LIFE TO THE FULLEST By Martha Thorn “What do you want to do when you grow up?” Are you age 55 or over, just retired and thinking about reinventing yourself? You may want to check out the Annapolis Senior Activity Center. The center offers a plethora of activities, and membership is free. What’s more, […]
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Retirement Can Be Just the Beginning
RETIREMENT CAN BE JUST THE BEGINNING It’s the perfect time to follow your dream. By Kathryn Marchi It is said that participating in a hobby or passion creates positive emotions, a sense of well-being and good physical health. If, by chance, it turns into a profit-making venture, that’s an added bonus. There are […]
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Summer Getaways: Taking the roads less traveled
SUMMER GETAWAYS: Taking the roads less traveled By Peggy Kiefer Do you want a fun getaway for your family, spouse or friend and yet hate the thought of fighting the crowds? Perhaps you should consider the lesser-known national parks, historic sites, battlefields, memorials and monuments in this area. We all know about the big, […]
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Taking on the Meatless Monday Challenge
Taking on the Meatless Monday Challenge By Susan Singleton There’s been a lot of talk lately about the effects of eating too much red meat and animal products. People are experimenting with vegetarianism; exploring the links between global warming, obesity and lifestyle diseases with our overproduction and overconsumption of meat. The movement is growing […]