Ten Old School Manners That Have Disappeared
August 20, 2026
Seniors like to reminisce – reminisce about “the olden days.” That is not to say that seniors are stuck in the past. The Baby Boomer
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Seniors like to reminisce – reminisce about “the olden days.” That is not to say that seniors are stuck in the past. The Baby Boomer
As a lifelong Milwaukee area resident, I think that Milwaukee has been a wonderful place to grow up, to raise my family and to live
Recently, I saw a sweatshirt that says, “Bad Choices Make Good Memories.” I am not advocating for bad choices, but I have found a few
For many seniors, travel is at the top of the bucket list after retirement. Some may not have had the opportunity to travel during their working years, while others were simply too busy to take extended vacations.
For many seniors, travel is at the top of the bucket list after retirement. Some may not have had the opportunity to travel during their working years, while others were simply too busy to take extended vacations.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often seen as a futuristic innovation, but the truth is, it has been quietly shaping our daily lives for years. While
We can go along for months enjoying the wonderful tools and information that our computers and our smart phones provide, then, just as we get
You may have heard about the research that states that social connections for seniors can promote good health and can lead to a long life.
From my “A Senior Moment” segment on the Morning Blend – “MKE Senior Style” – I put together some information on some of Milwaukee’s most
Grief is a deeply personal experience. A National Institute of Mental Health study learned that “a survivor’s way of life can be altered for as
One of the benefits of growing older is the wisdom we gain with each year that passes. However, there are definitely some detractors, also. We
Many surveys have found that the number one item at the top of retirees’ bucket lists is travel. So, I found some cool travel gadgets
REAL ID dhs.gov/real-id (Department of Homeland Security) The “one that’s ready to fly.” The REAL ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005, enacted the 9/11
Many times, when people hear the term “self-care,” they associate that term with activities that are self-pampering or activities we do for pleasure. But self-care
For my June 27, 2024 “A Senior Moment” segment on the Morning Blend – “MKE Senior Style” – I put together some information on some
During a recent Senior Moment segment on the Morning Blend, I spoke about different aspects of charitable giving and giving back to our community. As
We often hear the phrase “leaving a legacy.” You can leave the legacy of an estate, ofmoney or even a building that has been named
I had the joy of working in the field of philanthropy for decades before I retired. You know, they say that giving away money is
Many people get depressed during these many cloudy days of winter and may suffer from “the winterblues.” Sometimes we can go for days without seeing
Thinking about and preparing for …..“after you go”… is a very personal thing. It’s a taboo subject in a lot
of families, but I believe that we all should “fight through” the uncomfortable part of this discussion
because it will make the lives of our families so much easier after we pass on.
Let’s talk about stuff. Everyone has stuff, everyone likes their stuff. But sometimes, you find yourself with way too much stuff. Your closets are full, and you run out of cabinet space. Sometimes when going through your stuff, you find things you forgot you even owned. And, yet most of the time, you can’t find those things you need.
I had the opportunity to meet with a retired FBI agent for this segment and he shared with me that scammers are getting more and more sophisticated, bold and daring. And the statistics are scary. In 2022, the FBI reported that total losses by elderly victims increased by 84 % from 2021 – over $3 billon dollars. And that’s just what had been reported to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center.
Even though my Senior Moment segment is to share practical tips to help seniors live their best lives –
today I do want to explore…forgetting…the traditional meaning of “a senior moment!” I’d like to share a few easy hacks to help you remember what you want to and need to remember.
Milwaukee is the City of Festivals, and between June and September, there are over 75 festivals in the Milwaukee area. There are lakefront festivals, state
My late husband and I were fortunate to be able to travel a lot – both domestically and internationally. But when he passed away, I
Growing up, in my family, when my mother heard that company was going to drop by at the spur of the moment, she would scream
For many of us seniors, it’s been decades since we sat in a classroom or listened to a lecture. And, I know I wouldn’t choose