Archive - 50+ Is Prime Of Life

I'm Digging for More Dirt from My Family's Roots

Even family trees with detailed branches don't reveal to us what we really want to know.

May 7 •

April 2025

Conversations With Our Aging Bodies

Our mental and physical selves now enter a new phase of negotiations about what's possible and what's not.

Apr 22 •

The Coolest People I Know: Patricia Sands, aka, "The Accidental Novelist"

With no expectations but a fascinating story to tell, she launched a successful career as a fiction writer in her mid-60s.

Apr 8 •

March 2025

Are Reunions a Time to Joyfully Reminisce or Purposely Avoid?

It can be a rough ride to take a trip back many decades only to find yourself in a room full of strangers.

Mar 26 •

Did You Know You Have Three Opportunities to Connect with Me This Week?

I'm showing up in a couple of places in addition to this weekly newsletter.

Mar 17 •

Are We All a Little Ageist?

We've all shared a laugh at the expense of those younger and older than us, but there's one important quality to ensure we're joking not judging.

Mar 11 •

February 2025

What Is the Ultimate Advantage of Being an Old Person?

I've been asking a lot of questions about this as I face difficult news.

Feb 26 •

Celebrating 50 Years of My Own Prime Times with SNL

The anniversary special tribute to "Saturday Night" provided a nostalgic reflection on my relationship with the show since 1975.

Feb 18 •

The Coolest People I Know: Charlene Rouse, aka "The RV Nomad"

Do you dream of downsizing 90 per cent and calling the road home? Here's how someone I least expected to have that dream made it a wonderful reality.

Feb 13 •

Don't Let an Old Person Ruin Your Dream Trip

You may be at risk of your adventure turning into a bad dream if you wait too long to get out there.

Feb 6 •

January 2025

Chrisotpher Walken Will Never Subscribe to My Newsletter

There's a reason he keeps his inbox free of emails and his feed void of distracting messages.

Jan 30 •

I'm Sharing 7 Gifts I've Given Myself Since I Turned 50

This is my birthday week! To celebrate, I'm gifting you with my most treasured life lessons that have helped me age positively.

Jan 22 •

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