When writing about longevity on the AgingWithPizzazz site, I often use the phrase ‘avoid the landmines.’ Jokingly (maybe) I refer to that as the #1 rule to quality aging. Who knew that, in the time of Covid, avoiding the landmines would include the grocery store? Trying to avoid extra trips to the supermarket these days, … Read more
20 Ideas Beyond the Obvious Even before the time of Covid, I believed that to Age with Pizzazz we need to consider new skills and new things. See Putting More FIRST(s) in Life for the benefits from fun, brain challenges and fulfillment. For decades, English writers, speakers and politicians have noted that “in the Chinese … Read more
8 Petite Possibilities I need help!! Such a plea has not been directed to me personally during these dark times. I am not an “essential worker.” I simply do my part by “SIP-ing” as one of my sister-in-laws puts it. If you are trying to avoid 24/7 media as I am, you may need a … Read more
Just a Thought Please share this post with those you know could use the reminder I am a tea lover (full stop). I drink coffee and other social beverages, yet tea (and its ‘ceremony’) is always the most soothing. I stockpile an abundance of varieties in the house to suit my mood. Re-brewing some of … Read more
Like years past, I am sharing some bits and pieces I learned during 2019. I hope a few are new to you too. 1. Words of confusion and miscommunication – Pygg Pots In the Middle Ages of Europe cookware and dishes were made of special dense clay called ‘pygg’. It was orange in color and … Read more
I have a peculiar habit. Perhaps more than one, but this particular reference is about saying “let’s go home.” What’s strange is that I use the phrase when I simply want to return to wherever I am sleeping that evening – luxurious hotel, friend’s abode or a camping hovel. No difference. My mother used to … Read more