Strictly speaking, there is no "present." The words you have just read are now part of your past. The words you're about to read are part of your future. Our lives are largely made up of memories (our past) and hopes (our future), with "now" a grammatical convenience. No wonder we treasure our memories! Powered by baby boomers aware that they...

When I was 10 years old growing up in East Meadow, Long Island, I wanted to be an adult for two reasons. The first was that I could stay up later in the evening and watch all the “good” television shows that my parents watched. The second reason was that as a child I could be “seen but not heard”; but as an adult I was sure I would be able...

My grey hair got me into an interesting situation lately at the local supermarket. I brought my basket of purchases up to the teller and exchanged the normal pleasantries.  I had selected various fruit juices, some fresh fruit and a copy of the daily paper.  I paid with a debit card. When the transaction was over the young man at the end of...

If you are against the idea of leaving your long time home, or still "sitting on a fence" about whether to stay or move, let me give you my perspective on this. Changes, changes, changes Although I read and hear over and over again about the value of "aging in place" (remaining in your family home as you age), I just don't buy it. Just as...

The other day a young person asked me how I felt about being old. I was taken aback, for I do not think of myself as old. Upon seeing my reaction, she was immediately embarrassed, but I explained that it was an interesting question, and I would ponder it, and let her know. Old age, I decided, is a gift. I am now, probably for the first time...