Retirement Lifestyle (Page 6 of 12)

Is Small Town Retirement for You?

If you’d like to spend retirement in a quiet, homey environment with friendly neighbors, then a small town might be for you!


10 Christmas Movies All Older Adults Remember

There’s no shortage of wonderful films to enjoy every holiday season. Here are the top 10 Christmas movies all older adults remember.


Best Dating Apps for Retirees

Whether you’re interested in dating again or just looking for a friend to spend time with, these apps can help!


Amaryllis Care for Bigger Bulbs and More Flowers

I have tried growing amaryllis bulbs, and they seem to grow smaller each year. What am I doing wrong?


Best Pets for Seniors and Retirees

Like any significant decision, there are important aspects to consider before welcoming a pet into your home.

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10 Best Smart Home Devices for Seniors

Smart home devices are a growing trend, and this list can help you decide which ones might be a good fit for your lifestyle.

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Keeping Fall Chrysanthemums Another Year

“I have three potted mums on my porch. The flowers are fading, and I am wondering what to do with them next. They were expensive, and I would like to keep them until next year. I have a place in the back of my vegetable garden where I could bury the pots until next spring. What do I do with them in the spring?”

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What Does the Bible Say about Retirement?

The Bible does have a clear-cut plan for retirement. But for many of us, it is not at all what we’ve imagined.


Fall Vegetable Garden Questions

Help! I planted my tomato plants late, and then we had a lot of hot, dry weather, so there were no tomatoes. Now there are dozens of green tomatoes, but our average first fall frost is coming soon!

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Cures for Lumpy Lawns

“My lawn is getting lumpy, for lack of a better word. What would be a good way to smooth it out?”


The Graying Workforce: A New Reality for Seniors Who Work

Do you remember the days when everyone seemed to retire on or before that ominous 65th birthday? Well, that was then, and this is now. Research says in recent years, there have been more seniors employed than ever before, and they are often being given jobs that are categorized as age-appropriate.

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Newly Discovered, Super Helpful Household Tips

After spending over three decades immersed in time- and money-saving strategies, I thought I knew it all. Countless tips and tricks have been shared by my readers and discovered through my own experiences, whether driven by necessity or frugality. Yet, I’ve recently learned a few new things.

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Fall Bird Feeders and Bulbs

“For the past month, we have had several hummingbirds using our feeder. It hangs in front of my office window, and I notice them all day long. Yesterday, there was only one. I assume they are leaving for migration. How long should I leave the feeder up? I don’t want to have them not migrate because the feeder is up.”

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Bringing Plants Indoors for the Winter? Here’s How to Water Your Houseplants

Plants use water 24 hours a day, but we don’t have to water them 24 hours a day, because the soil acts like a sponge and releases water to them.

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Tropical Houseplant Fall Care

Many tropical houseplants are large trees or shrubs in their original habitat, and they can grow rapidly in one summer outdoors. But what about autumn?


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