What started as a funny story about culture-shocked kids blossomed into a career of telling inspiring tales from her adventures around the U.S. and across the globe.


July 11, 2022 at 9:52 a.m.


A Birthday Gift Safety Manuel

I’m sure most men would agree that buying a birthday gift for your wife is fraught with danger

Friday at the Chicka- Boom-Boom

The two best friends started laughing for no reason as soon as they saw each other

De-Stress for Less

The last few years have felt like being shot out of a cannon

Optimal Diet for Longevity

New research suggests that eating specific foods can add up to a decade to your life

The Bluebird

Who needs new at my age?

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The New Retirement

It’s a time to explore new options, new opportunities, and to pursue new interests... to live their best life

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Pursuit of Happiness

As we age, we become more aware of the importance of happiness

Inappropriate Laughter

I have been known to laugh at inappropriate times

Manifesto Against Ageism

Applewhite notes that ageism silences older people; that’s why she’s written her most recent book

Finding Happiness in the Second Half of Life

Brooks went in search of the code to happiness

An Encore for Him, A Second Chance for Them

Although age and background represented a large gap between Goldsmith and the inmates, he felt a connection to them

John Schieszer

He finds it immensely rewarding when things he wrote about years ago as future options become a reality

QFC and Me

Recently, I found an envelope full of cheer in my mailbox, but the story began back in 2004

Wendy Pender

“We have to cultivate the qualities of optimism, curiosity, steadfastness, perseverance and resilience... I hope my columns help people to feel more optimistic and supported as they age.”