Senior Fired at 63
Career Senior Stories

Fired at 63: Should I Retire Now? What Would You Do?

Last week, without warning and for no apparent reason, I was fired. Dollar General has employed me as a cashier for the past 13 months. Thirteen months during which I was never late, never absent. As do most seniors, I took my job seriously working weekends and nights, often filling in for younger workers with…

growing old is mandatory growing up is optional
Senior Stories

Growing Old is Mandatory, Growing Up is Optional

This a lovely story about a senior citizen college student. Her message “Growing Old is Mandatory, Growing Up is Optional” is a special one. If we’re lucky, we’ll reach a ripe old age like her. On the first day of school, our professor introduced himself and challenged us to get to know someone we didn’t…

Fender Skirts
Nostalgia

Fender Skirts, Curb Feelers, and Necker Knobs (Words That Disappeared)

I haven’t thought about fender skirts in years. When I was a kid, I considered it such a funny term. Made me think of a car in a dress.  More Words That Disappeared Thinking about fender skirts started me thinking about other words that quietly disappear from our language with hardly a notice.   Like…

Parasailing Safety for Seniors
Lifestyle

Parasailing Safety for Seniors (Essential Checklist)

For those seniors interesting in adding a bit of thrill to their daily lives, parasailing might be the option for you. You may be wondering whether this a safe activity. If so, are there extra precautions that seniors need to be aware of before taking flight? 5 Best Travel Insurance Options for Seniors with Medical…

Senior Hip Replacement
Health & Medical

How Long Does It Take Seniors To Recover From Hip Replacement?

If your doctor has suggested a hip replacement, you may be worried about the recovery time and how quickly you can get back to your original routines. If so, the good news is that the recovery time now is much quicker than it was even several years ago. Can I Still Square Dance After Having…

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