Robert Fowler
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Robert Fowler
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Retirement Activities: Enjoying Your Deck
I know, I know—there are countless clichés about enjoying the outdoors in your retirement. As it turns out, I think there might be something to...
10 Things I Remember from My Childhood
Here are 10 things I remember from my childhood. Maybe some other Boomers out there will remember these things, too.
Passion for an Active Life
Retirement blogger Robert Fowler details his visit to several club meetings and discusses how older adults can develop their passions.
4 Money-Saving Tips for Retirees
The recent economic depression raises a few questions. Namely, can Boomers live comfortably in retirement?
4 Tips for Modern Seniors and Happier Aging
Today, you can be both gray and groovy! In fact, society encourages it! Here are 4 tips for happier aging in this day and age.
Women’s Pickleball Tournament
Did you know that pickleball has been around for fifty years?
What is SilverSneakers?
SilverSneakers is a program some Medicare health plans provide at no extra cost. Here are all the reasons why you should join!
Escape the Ordinary! Revealing the 5 Reasons We Traded Our Suburban Life for a 55+ Active Adult Community
After spending more than twenty years in a suburban neighborhood, my wife and I chose to turn the page and start a fresh chapter of...
Boomers, Retire Your Risks!
Even though we can’t control the outcome, we can do things to reduce our risks in retirement. Sometimes, however, disappointments turn out to be blessings...
How Happy Are You?
Recently, a book called Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman got me thinking. What makes people happy?
Best Travel Resources for Baby Boomers
Want to travel more regularly and to far-away destinations? Here are our recommendations for cruises, tours, vacations, and more!
Retirement 101: Common Financial Goals, Worries, and Solutions
Today, I attended a two-hour workshop called "Retirement 101." As with any presentation, you always get some good ideas and reminders on some things you...
Maintaining a Mindful Life Through Listening
Activities are fine but people are the ones that keep our lives interesting. If you like to meet new people and carry on conversations, there...
Can Active Adult Retirement Communities Truly Make You Happy?
John wanted to have a happy, fulfilling retirement. But what would he need to make this dream a reality?
Making Friends in Retirement: First Impressions Can Be Wrong
As we grow older, now we can see that oftentimes our first impressions are wrong. Moving to a retirement community taught me that.
3 Reasons Why Having a Hospital Nearby Is Important for Older Adults
When you're considering 55+ active adult communities, you're probably thinking about all the fun activities and the wonderful amenities. Typically, the entertainment and modern conveniences...
3 of My Retirement Dreams & And How They Changed
When the time came for us to really retire, we reevaluated our retirement dreams. Needless to say, they'd changed over the years.
Should You Discuss Politics or Religion in Your Retirement Community?
Some people can really put a damper on things by spouting out their strong opinions. But, what can you do?
Motorcoach Guided Tours and Trips for Boomers
Retirement blogger Robert Fowler shares his thoughts and tips for those considering a motorcoach tour.
Boomers, Find Your Passion at Your Pace!
Having a passion is great, and pursuing it is wonderful. There's also nothing wrong with taking it slow.
A Boomer’s Thoughts on Medical Tourism
The CDC describes medical tourism as "a term commonly used to describe international travel for the purpose of receiving medical care." This type of medical...
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