Articles written by Maryan Pelland
All 138 articles written by Maryan Pelland
Successful Websites - Top Tips for Webmasters: Focus on SEO, Design, Links to Draw Web Traffic
Category: Website Design
With millions of websites in competition, Webmasters must know the latest web tricks and tools to design a site that will attract an audience and make money. more...
Quick, Free DIY Computer Tune Up: No Cost Ways to Make Windows Laptops or Computers Run Faster
Category: PC Software/OS
Age slows computers. Tune up computers without spending money. Here's a DYI computer solution checklist to save money in a troubled economy. more...
How to Save Money on Internet Web Hosting: Website Hosting and Domain URL Can Be Cheap and Easy
Category: Internet (general)
No need to spend a lot of money on hosting a domain or website, blog or emagazine. Dozens of hosting companies offer low cost service with lots of webmaster tools. more...
Job Search Tips for Baby Boomers: How to Find a New Career Even If You Are Over 50
Category: Job Search
The economy tanked. People are recessioned out of jobs every day. Mature workers, seniors, need special help to find new sources of income. Here's how to make money. more...
Category: Mind/Body Fitness (general)
In a worrisome economy it's ok to gift one's sweetheart with something to bring on a romantic mood and a sexy response. It doesn't have to be fat and sugar laden, either. more...
Category: Florida Travel
Pensacola, FL is the place for local seafood, swimming, deep sea fishing, and colorful history. Easily accessible it is a dream vacation destination for world travelers. more...
Category: Women’s Health (general)
If you want to protect your skin, your health and your immune system from sun damage, it's important to ask a dermatologist about products formulated to block UVA and UVB more...
Category: Winter Recipes
A bit of a twist on the new white House hostess's apple cobbler recipe which may bring new meaning to "American as apple pie." more...
Category: Women’s Health (general)
Free radicals, ultraviolet light, diet and environment take their toll on skin, making people look old before their time. Here are safe ideas for health inside and out. more...
Category: Women’s Health (general)
Health conscious people sometimes forget about their eyes - healthy eyes affect everything you do. See your eye doctor and learn about how to care for your vision. more...
How to Be a US Politician, Local to National: U.S. Activism and Politics Forge Strong Alliances
Category: Political Activism
It isn't impossible for Joe or Josephine the plumber to run for office, Sara Palin did it. Learn where to begin and how to succeed on the political scene. more...
Category: Children’s Books (general)
A collection of true facts to delight primary grade readers and a clever picture story for children with a new baby sibling. Reviews for before Christmas shopping. more...
Teach Face Features with New Picture Book: Messy Face Uses Humor and Color to Engage Toddlers
Category: Picture Books
Entrepreneurial children's author Elizabeth Caunter self published a new picture book for preschoolers. Clear color, bright photographs, simple text hit the mark. more...
Recipes for Teachers and Parents: Classroom Kitchen Projects to Stimulate Any Age Children
Category: Seasonal Cooking (general)
Winter, summer,spring all challenge educators and teachers to come up with something exciting. Cooking up a trio of fun and good eats works with any class. more...
Healthy Thanksgiving Side Treat: Southern Harvest Recipe for Easy Cornbread Salad
Category: Fall Recipes
Families expect traditional holiday favorites on the table, but this one can become a salad must-have in your fall harvest home cooking. more...
How to Safely Refreeze Food: Summer Tips for Keeping Good Eats Freezer Safe
Category: Seasonal Cooking (general)
If food thaws before you need it, inspect it before you trash it. Some edibles can be refrozen without safety hazards. FDA advice. more...
Gregory E. Lang Fathers Day Gifts: Dad Daughter Gift Suggestions from a Best Selling Writer
Category: Literary Events/Celebrities
Father's Day gifts don't have to cost a lot. Gregory Lang authored Daddy's Little girl and offers great gift ideas for the spring holiday. more...
Category: Newsmaker Interviews
Best advice for writers, write what you know. Major publisher Harper Collins finds Gregory E. Lang's books top their family issues list. more...
Writers Work with Life Coaches: Sharpening Your Writing Goals
Category: Resources for Writers (general)
Life Coaches are springing up all over - find out how a writer can benefit from short-term coaching. Fine tune your writing career. more...
Garfield Enhances Early Learning: Study Workbooks on Classroom Topics for Young Learners
Category: Classroom Activities
Garfield, America's most popular cat is featured in a new set of workbook CD combinations for 3-5,4-6 and 6-7 year-olds. Math, reading, phonics, spelling, numbers. more...
On Sports-Non Fiction for Children: Baseball and Soccer How To Play and How to Understand the Games
Category: Children's Non-Fiction
It's fun to play popular team sports but even young kids get an edge when they understand the game, the equipment, the rules and the history. Learn baseball, soccer. more...
Inexpensive MP3 Player for Kids: SanDisk Shaker Has Expandable Memory and Strong Features
Category: Digital Audio
Expensive media players have competition in this affordable, sexy player for preteens and teens. Read a review and save a bundle. more...
Generate Ozone to Clean Produce: Earth Friendly Green Clean Lotus Sanitizes, Deodorizes
Category: Natural Products
The Lotus System changes oxygen to ozone for household cleaning. Will it safely remove odors from your home and kill germs/bacteria on food and surfaces? Save our planet. more...
Flash Fuels iPod Nano Media Player: New Generation Is 4 GB of Miniature Music and Video from Apple
Category: Digital Audio
Nano isn't dead. Apple's newest iPod is powerful, multi-media, slick as Olympic ice. Pack music, video, TV, and photos on this player, and slip it in your coin pocket. more...
Make a Successful Home Office: Organizing, Ergonomics, Equipment and Supplies for Telecommuters
Category: Home-based Businesses
Telecommuting, self-employed or work-at-home mom -- find out how to create a workspace for personal success and efficiency. more...
Simple Home Wireless Networking: Connect Computer, Printer and Laptop without Cables or Bluetooth
Category: Computer Networking
It's easy to create your own wireless network. Connect your laptop computer in less than a day. Connectivity for printers, cameras, computers and all PC equipment. more...
Soda Making - Green Holiday Idea: Soda Club Machine Makes Sodas, Seltzers and Fruit Waters
Category: Beverages
An Earth-friendly, budget minded perfect gift idea for the holidays. Make soda pop easily at home. Great for camping and students, too. more...
Best Intermediate Gift Books: Quality Reading Titles for Older Children Grade 3 and Up
Category: Children’s Books (general)
Save time, money - shop online for memorable books to give children, teachers, and family members this holiday. more...
Personalized Gift Books for Kids: Entreprenuerial Moms Publish Unique Childrens' Book
Category: Children’s Books (general)
For a long-lasting memory in a keepsake book to read over and over nothing compares to personalized tales featuring your family and experiences. more...
Tostadas for a Kids' Luncheon: Quick, Easy, Taste-Great Lunch Children Can Make By Themselves
Category: Children's Party Food
For a scout's cooking badge, sleepover or birthday kids need prepared ingredients and little supervision to do this simple recipe. more...
Grow Organic Herbs Anywhere: Small Space Gardening for Home, Patio or Deck
Category: Garden Styles
You can perfume your garden and then your home with a harvest of fragrant and flavorful herbs even if your landscaping space is limited to pots and containers. more...
Copyrights Secure Your Writing: Internet Writers Can Protect Against Plageurism
Category: Resources for Writers (general)
The digital age--it's easy for someone to steal your Internet or print freelance writing without permission. Find out how to copyright or register intellectual properties more...
Carnivorous Plants in Containers: Pitcher Plants Easy Growers for Home Terrariums
Category: Plant Species
Remember Venus Fly Traps from biology or botany class? Flowering pitcher plants, attractive and exotic can be grown in most gardens with the right care. more...
It's the Dog's Honest Truth: Canine Facts and Myths
Category: Dogs (general)
Here's a quiz. Is Sirius a Harry Potter character? What are dog days? Which statements are dog gone true and which Fido false? more...
Astrology Gifts Fit Your Horoscope: Star Signs and Astrological Charts Relate to Perfect Presents
Category: Astrology (general)
Finding the perfect birthday gift is challenging. Sun signs and star signs can guide you. Shopping for presents for any occasion is easier with a Zodiac theme in mind. more...
Wizardology - a Review: Harry Potter Fans Learn More of Magic and Wizards
Category: Children’s Books (general)
From Candlewick Press, children's books about wizards, dragons, pirates, pharoahs and mythology. Pop ups, pull outs and folklore for older children. more...
Do-It-Yourself Computer Tune Up: Make a Computer Faster and Better - 5 Easy Steps
Category: Senior Leisure Activities
Spyware, viruses, worms and trojans can clog your PC. Tuneup the PC. To keep up computer tune up, follow these simple computer tuneups about once a week. more...
Printing Digital Photos: How to Get Images from Digital Camera to Paper, DVD or CD
Category: Senior Leisure Activities
If we don't learn our options we may end up with dozens of media sticks or a camera full of photos and no way to use them. Emailing is great but prints are forever. more...
Overcoming and Managing Pain: Seniors Can Help Determine How Their Pain is Treated and Alleviated
Category: Senior Fitness
Federal mandates require medical personnel to ask patients about levels and intensity of pain. Treatment must consider patient input. more...
Warding off Depression and Stress: Depression and stress hurt - boost health with a positive outlook
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Winter drags on, spring hasn't yet arrived. To cope, put some energy into making each day happier and healthier. Here are 21 ways. more...
International Tracing WWII Archive: Documents of 50 million Holocaust Survivors
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
A compilation of Hitler's documents, this paper museum has millions of items related to survivors and victims of the Holocaust and concentration camps. more...
Polymer Clay Play and a Grandchild: Kids, yarn and clay - craft project for grandparents
Category: Senior Leisure Activities
Rainy/snowy Saturday -nothing to do. Simple instructions from "Ask the Crafter" -a fun craft project with a grandchild or friends. Make cute dolls. A fundraiser? more...
Six Energizing Tips for Caregivers: Quick List - Half dozen strategies for healthy senior caregivers
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Caregiving is tough. Find out how to minimize stress, care for yourself and continue in your caregiving role without having to succumb to illness or early death. more...
Managing Grief Helps Your Health: Recognize your grief and understand it to promote mental health
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Carol, an expert in elder care, grief, and senior issues offers straight advice about processing grief and caring for yourself, the caregiver. more...
Growing Container Gardens: Baby boomer hobby for health and satisfaction
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
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Looking for a hobby? The perfectly healthy pastime - get out in the garden and grow something beautiful in a small space.
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Go High Definition Television?: Is it worth the cost - is it for us baby boomers or just a gimmick?
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Here's a review of high def vs standard TV, some of the costs involved and a discussion of whether the signal is better enough to matter. more...
Art Linkletter Secrets of Aging: Boomers: How to Age Gracefully - from a 94 Year-Old Celebrity
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
He's lived almost a century and held dozens of jobs and positions - loves his family, shares with others, spreads wisdom where he goes. Show biz icon's celebrity advice. more...
What Is a Grandparent?: Definitions and Insight - the Value of Grandmothers and Grandfathers
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Some wonderful definitions of grandparenting. The authors are anonymous. The thoughts are priceless. more...
Nintendo for Baby Boomers-DS Lite: A Review - Train your brain to be healthier and more active?
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Nintendo, riding on recent studies showing activity helps brains stay in shape, is targeting us with new lines of electronic games. How the new hand-held rates. more...
Preserve Your Own History: Holiday Project -Share the Story of Your Home with Others
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Bill Jackson tells you how important it is to pass tradition to others and share oral histories. Find out how and where to archive the story of your home. more...
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
New grandpa, experienced grandpa -- no matter. Here are some ways to bond with your grandchildren and give them the best you have - everything they deserve. more...
Proud to Serve--World War II: Militray men, women and families -- from Iwo Jima to Iowa City
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
For Veteran's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July or anytime we need to remember. Facts about those who sacrificed so much for our country and our freedom. more...
Service in World War II -- Her Way: A Grandmother Remembers How It Feels To Be at War
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Ruthe is prolific and talented. This gem is from a lady who served her country long ago and loves it still. more...
Grandparents' Visitation Rights: Protecting Your Relationships with Your Grandchildren
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Divorce ends half of all marriages. You can protect your connections to your grandchildren even if you must go to court to do it. more...
How Seniors Can Travel with Pets: Airlines, Destinations and Hotels Become Pet-Friendly
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
It's no longer difficult to travel with your dogs, cats or guinea pigs, especially if you keep some common sense rules in mind. more...
Spanish Books for Grandchildren: Share your heritage or learn about another language
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
There’s nothing like a good read. These reviews point you to just the thing. Try Spanish if you’re adventuresome, have kids with Latin heritage or want to learn. more...
Living with Your Son or Daughter: Adjusting to Extended Family Living Is a Challenge
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Seniors moving in with their adult children. Could be open to pitfalls and stumbling blocks. These tips will help smooth the way for us grandparents. more...
How Age Changes Your Body: Mayo Clinic Describes What to Expect as You Age
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Aging is natural and normal - the alternative unthinkable. Ponder with us inevitable changes of age and how you can live a good life in harmony with them. more...
Review - A Gift for New Mothers: Perfect Book for Any Mother or Grandmother
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
It's special. Share this read with your daughter, daughter-in-law, or just for yourself. It's a book filled with lore and fact. Delightful. more...
Get Sleep Without Sleeping Pills: Beat Insomnia With 32 Tricks and Natural Sleep Solutions
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
The older we get, the more difficult it is sometimes to fall asleep naturallt and stay asleep. Here are some sleep tips, tricks and natural remedies. Check with your doc. more...
RVing - Seniors Take to the Road: And Travel Safety Should Be a Priority for Your RV
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Look around and you'll see RVs everywhere. Self-contained RVs, tow behinds, fifth wheels. Grandparents take to the road in droves - stay safe with our tips. more...
Women Need Retirement Plans, Too: Manage Your Pensions, Investments and Social Security
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Kristine McKinley works with seniors everyday, and has special insight into women's financial needs. Here's her strategy for retirement, Social Security and finances. more...
Baby Bear's Books - a review: New children's picture book by Jane Yolen
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Written by Jane Yolen, illustrated by Melissa Sweet, here's Maryan Pelland's review of a picture book about how much fun books can be. more...
Old Smokers Can Learn to Quit: Older woman quits smoking and changes her life
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Here's how I quit smoking. I've been smoke-free for 15 years and I know you can do it. I have NO willpower at all. Check with the doctor before you do anything. more...
Grandparents Teach Grandchildren: Seniors Can Use the Wisdom of George Washington
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Grandparents can have a positive impact on their grandchildren. Here's great advice -- rules of conduct from George Washington -- to pass to your grandchildren. more...
Post Retirement Jobs for Seniors: Seniors, Grandparents - Find Your Second Career
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Sometimes retirement doesn't work out the way we imagined. Older workers are rejoining the workforce in droves. Figure out the best path for your retirement career. more...
Grandparents Can Build Memories: Treat Your Grandchildren to a Lifetime of Remembrances
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Grandparents may be the luckiest people on earth. They have the time and tools to create joy in children's lives and wrap it in love. A privilege of age. more...
Travellin' to Branson, MO: Vacation for grandparents and grandchildren
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Summer travel time. Grandparents, seniors, baby boomers - you might consider Branson, MO for a roaring good time. more...
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
A growing situation - non-traditional families headed by grandparents. It can put retirement out of the question, present large challenges and fill a home with love. more...
Category: Office/Business Software
Outlook Tasks is a Windows tracking utility. It's Software to create manageable notes on calendar events, jobs and organizational details. more...
Free Family Adventures and Entertainment: How Parents and Children Find Enjoyment in a Slow Economy
Category: Family Travel (general)
Job layoffs, mortgage trouble. It's ok to enjoy family activities, children's crafts and laughter even in tough times. Adventure begins at home. more...
Free Content Management for SEO Websites: Joomla or WordPress Tools for Easy, Cheap Web Development
Category: Website Design
Open source means free or low cost web design for anyone. You can buy expensive web content tools but content management is a snap with open source CMS. more...
Hot Books for Valentine's Day Reading: As a Gift or a Good Read These Classic Titles Speak of Love
Category: Book Publishing (general)
Valentine's Day is a spring holiday but a warm read is always a good idea. Love stories. Hero tales. Sexy adventures. Read this holiday book list. more...
Don't Despair If You Hate Valentines: No Lover? Husband Doesn't Buy Gifts? Valentine Tips
Category: Women’s Health (general)
Valentine's Day, promoted by greeting card companies is often a time of chocolate, hearts, candy, flowers, and a dozen roses. If your day is singular, try these tips. more...
Category: 80s Pop Music
There are lots of holiday songs, but this tune has remained the "most requested christmas song" for over 20 years. Its Rock and Roll Hall of Fame writer sings up a storm. more...
Category: Women’s Health (general)
Are tanning beds safe? What about UVA and UVB light? Can you get a beautiful tan without harming skin or compromising immune response? Experts talk to Suite101. more...
Category: Mississippi Travel
Vacation - get away means time for renewal and fun. Travelers are finding time for self-care at spas, resorts and make-over salons on the sunny South Gulf Coast. more...
Category: Website Design
Independent or freelance web designers, illustrators or web masters can make real money with powerful software and deep training. Read how. more...
Category: Winter Recipes
A sweet, palate pleasing vegan vegetables is acorn squash. Cook it with fruit, maple syrup, cheese or savory flavorings. This simple recipe yields healthy satisfaction. more...
Category: Seasonal Cooking (general)
Fall fruits and vegetables are nutritious, easy to use, inexpensive and flavorful. Find out how to take advantage in your kitchen. more...
Adobe Image Editors Come Home: PhotoShop Elements 7/Premier Elements 7 Bundle ©
Category: Computer Software (general)
Photo hobby enthusiasts can have lots of editing functionality and special effects with new programs from Adobe Photoshop. more...
!0 Tips for Healthy Winter Eating: Don't Hibernate and Gain Weight - Eat Lighter and Get Moving
Category: Winter Recipes
Winter weather saps energy and makes people feel like curling up with a good mound of snack foods, but it doesn't have to be that way. Make lean, healthy choices. more...
Why Pumpkin Is a Kitchen Staple: Cooking with This Fall Squash Is Easy and Nutritious
Category: Fall Recipes
Pumpkin - versatile cooking, healthy eating, decorating treasure. Even great for skin care. See how. more...
Quick Salmon and Salad Recipe: Healthy, Fast, Easy Summer Supper
Category: Summer Recipes
Add Omega3 oils to your diet and treat the family to a fast meal to do in the kitchen, on the grill, or even at a campfire. more...
Earth Friendly Cooking 10 Tips: Build an Outdoor Kitchen for Summer Energy Efficiency
Category: Seasonal Cooking (general)
Go green and beat the heat. Summer kitchens are back and can fit any cooking style or any home design. Read how to start building your dream kitchen outdoors. more...
Eight Steps to Digital Panoramas: Photograph Stitching Software Combines Pictures Easily
Category: Digital Photography
Make high resolution photographic images with the digital camera you already have. It's easy. Stitch panoramas together with software programs like PT Assembler. more...
Women Entrepreneurs in Child Care: Mothers Open Day Care Preschool - Combining Career and Family
Category: Entrepreneur Profiles
Two women successful in a money making business that combines creativity, business skills, family and outstanding income. Could you do it? more...
NEO the Laptop Word Processor: Small Portable Keyboard with Classroom or Freelance Applications
Category: Resources for Writers (general)
AlphaSmart reduced the pricepoint of NEO, a carry-around writing tool with enough functionality to attract established writers. more...
Science, Art and Humor for Kids: Enhancing Reading for Children with Enchanting Classroom Subjects
Category: Children's Non-Fiction
What does Mother Goose have in common with Mother Nature? Can kids get to know Matisse and Rousseau? Bring it all to life with outstanding childrens' non fiction. more...
Dover Publishing for Unique Books: Affordable Titles for Collectors, Crafters and Children
Category: Art Books (general)
Read about an unusual publisher that specializes in low-cost, high-quality books that you will want to add to your book collection. more...
Best Reading Gifts for Spring: Quality Picture Books for Beginning Readers
Category: Picture Books
A wealth of early childhood books from international writers and illustrators. Easter basket fillers, birthday presents. See what's new for kids. more...
Modern Spice Storage System: Magnetic Metal Herb or Seasoning Canisters Solve Kitchen Problems
Category: Herbs & Spices (general)
Herbs and spices are tasty and healthy. Today's busy cooks save time with a real culinary convenience from Alton Brown's favorite storage manufacturer. more...
Winter Diet - Steel Cut Oatmeal: Scotch Oats – Heart Healthy Cholesterol Busting Food
Category: Winter Recipes
Alton Brown, food scientist gives us tons of great recipes. He says Scotch oats are a great road to healthy bodies and good eats. more...
Downsize – Moving to a Small Home: How to Furnish and Decorate Less Space
Category: Home Furnishing
Smaller homes are popular. Retirees, new families, single buyers, post-divorce folks all consider down scaling their living space. Tips and tricks for beautiful homes. more...
Gifts for Digital Photographers: Technical Imaging Tools, Everything Digital Photo Enthusiasts Want
Category: Photography (general)
Half a dozen gifts for the digital darkroom or light room techie in your life. Holidays, birthdays, any occasion - these gadgets and tools will satisfy. more...
Holiday Gift Books for Beginners: Quality Stories for Early Readers Ages 4 to 8
Category: Children’s Books (general)
Time to shop for presents of the season - gift your family, teachers or special kids with great books. more...
Convert Paper to Digital Documents: Get Organized, Save Time and Money, Store PDF Files on Your PC
Category: Computer Software (general)
Mounds of paperwork, bills, receipts, records crowd your life. Convert them easily to readable, editable PDF files and get them out of your desk and into your computer. more...
Category: Children's Non-Fiction
Storybooks and fairy tales are great but books based on reality can be treasured by the whole family. New releases for the coming winter holiday season. more...
Report Sexual Harrassment at Work: Victims of Impropriety at the Office Need Not Fear Reprisal
Category: Business Ethics
Once women endured rude or sexy remarks, touches, pats, and catcalls at work but now the Supreme Court underlines your right to report such behavior without fear. more...
Get Elder Parents Up and Active: Intergenerational Activities for Older Seniors and Their Families
Category: Senior Leisure Activities
Feel stuck between two generations in your family? Are you in the sandwich generation? Here are tips to create sparkle between children and seniors. Family fun. more...
Pitcher Plants Eat Meat: Carnivorous Plants Make Outstanding Terrarium Gardens
Category: Plant Species
Remember Venus fly traps in botany or biology class? You can grow attractive, flowering meat-eating plants in containers or in your garden with the right care. more...
Best New Children's Books: High Quality Reading Material for Kids, Parents and Families
Category: Kids Educational Activities
A new Little Bear story, along with some cultural diversity, reincarnation stories and illustrations that will add value to your reading. It's not all about Harry Potter. more...
Grant Writing – Good Freelance Job: Tapping into a Rewarding Writers Market
Category: Writer's Markets
There is more than one way to make a living writing. Submitting proposals for grants to fund non-profit organizations, earns money and satisfaction. more...
National Geographic Kids' Books: High Quality Nature Reading with Excellent Images for Children
Category: Children's Non-Fiction
Time is short. You want to read to inquisitive children. Make the book worthwhile and challenge their imaginations. Harry Potter is not the only option. more...
Category: Senior Leisure Activities
Take a nearly month long photo safari. See Kenya, Mombasa and exotic landscapes with other active baby boomers. Costs may surprise you. more...
Digital Hearing Aids Come of Age: Smart Aids for Hearing Impaired Seniors
Category: Senior Fitness
Deafness and hearing loss are not uncommon among people over 50, or even younger. Today's hearing solutions are affordable, comfortable and highly technical. more...
Make Working at Home Work Well: Using Your Home Office for a Post-Retirement Second Career
Category: Senior Retirement
Many retirees want to try consulting, writing, crafting or other at-home based careers full or part time. Here are some tips to a functional, efficient workspace. more...
Bose Wave Machine Not Impressive: A Company Baby Boomers Know Falls Short with Audio Quality
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Teens in the 1960s knew you could rock to the Rolling Stones at top volume and not blow your speakers. But Bose 21st Century is no rave. more...
Nineteen Minutes: a Review: Best seller Jodi Picoult's new book misses the mark
Category: Senior Leisure Activities
Review of novel, Nineteen Minutes. Author of fourteen hot novels, one of America's more productive writers disappoints. Read the review by Maryan Pelland. more...
Category: Grandparenting
Book lovers can see what the rest of the world is publishing for children with some lovely books from around the world. Read aloud. Early readers. more...
Senior Women Fashion Tips: Baby Boomer or More Mature Make Fashion Trends Work for You
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Some quick tips to help today's senior woman look her best with personal fashion choices, not trendy grabs. more...
Category: Senior Leisure Activities
Huge cruise ships and issues plaguing them not for you? Seniors travel the tropics, Lake Michigan or other Great Lakes in small ships. Read about one cruise line. more...
Sondra C. Wiki Granny Makes a Mark: You, too can Teach, Communicate, Inform, Write, on Wiki Sites
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
A new form of public journalism, called Wiki is a perfect place for seniors to make an impact. See how one 76 year old's writing reaches the world. more...
Sony Cyber Shot Digital DSC H-5: Review - Sony may be the best prosumer digital camera producer
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Digital cameras come in all shapes, sizes and megapixels. A review of one of the biggest digital cameras - producing highest quality images. Sony DSC H5 gets a nod. more...
Wedding Gifts Break the Budget?: It's up to grandparents to reign spending in and buy reasonably
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Pressure is on to buy lavish gifts, especially when you have some money in the bank. How can you show your love but be reasonable, too? more...
If Grandmothers Ruled the World: Grandmothers Counsel the World - Indigenous Elder Women Speak
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
A new book celebrates the value of age. It's a dialog with 13 native women from tribes worldwide talking bout how to bring about world change. Important! more...
It Came Upon a Midnight Clearing: How the First Christmas Tree Came to Be
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
A combination of old folk tales and imagination, this read-aloud piece is a Christmas gift for Grandparents. Read it to someone you like to snuggle with. more...
Review: Dragon Naturally Speaking: Speech Recognition Software by Nuance - Is It HAL 9000?
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Part I of a series of reviews of electronics-related products to enhance Baby Boomers' lives. Can a Dragon allow you to talk to your computer? more...
One Grandfamily's Story: How grandparents become parents to their grandchildren
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
A personal story from a South African grandmother who ended up raising her grandbaby boy and how that has affected the entire family. Where do you go for help? more...
Grandparents! New Family Book: A review for grandmothers and grandfathers who love good books
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Reading is an excellent way to bond with our grandchildren. Here's a review of a book from Kane/Miller Publishing. more...
Can't Wait to Get to Heaven: Review of Fannie Flagg's Latest
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
There's no better time to pick up a great read than crisp fall nights. Here's the low down on Fannie Flagg's hit. more...
Facts On Baby Boomer Grandparents: First Boomers Turning 60 - Still a Big Influence on Culture
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Baby boomers have made more impact on society than most generations. Read about what you can share with your grandchildren. more...
Sex and the Senior Citizen - You!: How to Continue to Enjoy Intimacy Regardless of Age
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
You made it through puberty and all those changes - you can make it through this part of life, too, with your sex life intact. Many seniors say sex is better now. more...
Reviews: Dinosaur Board Books: Plus Scoubidous, Boondoggles & Lanyards
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
More reviews for grandparents or significant others who want to share reading with their favorite kids. Picture books and a craft kit. more...
Aging Brains Battle Free Radicals: Can Berries Reverse Aging?
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
New studies seem to confirm that fruits/vegetables have a major positive impact on physical and mental symptoms of aging. Read about blueberries and strawberries. more...
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
It's the coming of age of a 10-year old concept -real estate agents catering to older home buyers/sellers. You may want a Senior Real Estate Specialist on your team. more...
Reviews: Grandparent Gift Books: Three Books to Give, Receive and Read Aloud
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Sometimes you need a simple gift to express something warm and fuzzy. Here are reviews of three gift books from Willow Creek Press. more...
About Aging Gracefully: Some Thoughts on the Wonder of Growing Older
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Some very poignant thoughts on growing older with dignity and grace, as we all wish to do. more...
Too Old to Drive - the Decision: Hang Up the Keys When a Senior Is A Risk
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
One of the worst decisions we ever have to make for someone else -- hang up their car keys. From age related memory issues, Alzheimers or dementia. How can you be gentle? more...
Reverse Mortgages-Not for Everyone: Older People Can Remain at Home, But Choose Wisely
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
A reverse mortgage lets you take the equity from your home without making any more payments. There are lots of products. All with rules. Know what you're signing. more...
It's NOT the Stork - review: A unique, important book for children: But with caution!
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
It's NOT the Stork is for preschool, kindergarten and early primary levels - but you'll want parents' consent before you decide to read it to your grandchildren. more...
Traveling Alone but Safely: Elderhostel Makes Seniors Feel Safer on Tours
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Elderhostel, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over, talks with one traveler about going it alone. more...
The Tenth Circle - Review: Seniors will enjoy Jodi Picoult's newest suspense tale
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Jodi Picoult is a fairly young woman, but her writing is mature and well-developed. She's written about a dozen novels. If you haven't read her - now's your chance. more...
Elder Abuse and Neglect: Domestic Violence and Neglect Affect Aging Seniors
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Thousands of older people suffer abuse and neglect each year. You can do something, even if you don't witness the abuse. Here are tips and helpful information. more...
Benefits for Grandfamilies: Raising Grandchildren Is Tough -- But There is Some Help
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
Grandparents raising grandchildren are grandfamilies. This articles lists some resources for financial help, health care, and other support for grandfamilies. more...
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
It's ok to express yourself in your new home as you retire and down-size. Seniors or grandparents, couple or singles can make their home sing with style. more...
Choosing Your Dream House: Know What You Want and Don't Settle for Less When You Buy Your Home
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
As we age, most of us downsize our home. Standing firm, we can get exactly what we want for our retirement dream house. Planned community or not - we can choose. more...
Speeding Down the Info Highway
Category: Seniors/Grandparents (general)
There is no truth to the rumor that older adults can't become computer gurus. Help your friends or family gain confidence and keep up with the grandkids online. more...
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