As people look toward retirement, they may ponder how they’ll fill the many hours once dedicated to a 40-hour-a-week job or other scheduled activities. How will they stay engaged, active, and involved as they get older? The Reverend Ronald L. Loughry had the answer years ago — be … [Read more...] about Rev. Ron’s Plan for Intentional Living (Hint…it involves the beach)
Passions
“I realize I have to take control of my own life…” How one woman found herself after retirement.
One would be hard-pressed to find anyone more excited about discovering her artist’s path than Greta Bemisderfer. Not only has she discovered she has a flair for painting, but she has uncovered much about herself. Her email designation ‘realgreta’ gives a clue into how this woman … [Read more...] about “I realize I have to take control of my own life…” How one woman found herself after retirement.
Planning a Party: How to make it personal, set the scene and tell a story
A perfect party is one that’s filled with family and friends. This was a priority for Tilly Barr when she started planning a surprise 90th birthday party for her father, Jelle. To make sure everyone important to him could be in attendance, she began sending out invitations six … [Read more...] about Planning a Party: How to make it personal, set the scene and tell a story
Tom Wills talks life after being a chief meteorologist, his love of Sherlock Holmes, and how you need to stay moving.
When Tom Wills was WAVE 3 TV’s Chief Meteorologist, a career that spanned from 1969 to 2009, his weather predictions told us when to expect rain, snow, and of course, those beautiful sunny days to come. What he might not have predicted in his own life was enjoying the beauty of a … [Read more...] about Tom Wills talks life after being a chief meteorologist, his love of Sherlock Holmes, and how you need to stay moving.
Five Ways to Experience Summer and Sunshine
When the sun is shining, it’s time to get out and experience the things that can illuminate every spot of your life. Try one or all of these ideas for using the sunshine to brighten your days and lift your mood. Take a bike ride through Cherokee Park, the Parklands at … [Read more...] about Five Ways to Experience Summer and Sunshine