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Some things never fade away and never change
BY DIANA MERCEDES HOWELL | January 29, 2017 at 3:59 p.m.
Tracking Down Granddad
Like many who wonder about their origins, we had attempted to research Granddad on our own, without stunning success
Searching for the Fountain of Youth
This past year has seen exciting research studies focusing on extending lifespans—or at the very least on how to enjoy more years while maintaining health and vigor well into old age
Nancy Nordhoff
Nancy Nordhoff comes from a long line of philanthropists, yet her own brand of hands-on, roll up your sleeves generosity makes her a true original
Get Replacement Social Security Tax Forms Online with Ease
Need you Social Security Tax form now, get it online.
Shed your cares...and your parka, and head to Maui this winter
There's a reason Maui continuously gets rated as one of the world's best islands by readers of various travel publications. Actually, there are multiple reasons for this distinction. Many of them hit home for me on a recent visit to this tropical locale.
LONELY SOUL MICROWAVE OATMEAL
A piece about a lonely soul...with a bowl.
Monthly Social Security Benefit Increase for 2017 and Medicare Part B is going up
SSA payment going up but so is the cost of Medicare Part B
Christmas 2016
"...THE MOST IMPORTANT THING ABOUT THIS YEAR IS THAT YOU ARE STILL ON THIS SIDE OF THE GRASS..."
SOCIAL SECURITY IS ALWAYS EVOLVING
Social Security is always evolving to meet the needs of the American public. We’re optimistic about the future and the limitless possibilities for progress.
Keeping Resolutions
Keeping Resolutions--not impossible!
Resolutions
"...just because I can..."
Cheese, please. Sweet or savory ricotta
Use this homemade ricotta in lasagna and other pasta dishes, or mix into a dip or topping for veggies, crackers or pita.
Knit It Alls...An Annual Labor of Love
For over two decades, Knit-It-Alls (KIA) volunteers from Seattle's Solid Ground’s RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program) have quietly created mountains of warm items. RSVP gathers them all together at the start of the holiday season, then packages and distributes them to nearly 25 local housing programs, food banks and …
