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Giving Gifts With Meaning on Special Occasions

In today’s world, intimacy can sometimes be sacrificed for immediacy. We often send texts or emails, rather than hand writing letters, cards or notes. However, handwritten notes are a beautiful way to capture meaningful moments and create something tangible that goes beyond the digital. In the past, writing by hand was an integral part of …

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10 Items You Shouldn’t Buy Used!

Leaving that garage sale or yard sale or thrift store with an item you purchased for pennies on the dollar — like, say, a 10-cent electric toothbrush — can feel so empowering. But a real bargain should never leave you with regrets. It should never threaten the well-being of you or your family members. If …

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Our Environmental Crisis!

PBS-TV ran a special program last week called “Extinction.” It tells about over-population, starvation, deforestation, extinction of 1 million species in plant, animal, and insects, severe climate change, more wildfires & hurricanes, rising temperatures, more riots, and food shortages. ABC-TV ran a similar program called “Earth 2100” with scientists predicting the same events in 2009. …

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September is National Preparedness Month

Prepare to Protect. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love. National Preparedness Month is an observance each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. The 2021 theme is “Prepare to Protect. Preparing for disasters is protecting everyone you love.” For the first …

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Millions of Seniors Struggle Financially or Are at Risk!

A full 47 million households with older adults are financially struggling today or are at risk of falling into economic insecurity as they age, according to new research by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and the LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston. Researchers analyzed data from 2016 and 2018 to determine the true scope of …

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AMAC Recommends September Vacation Tips!

Travel experts will tell you that September has become the prime time for seniors to schedule their vacations, according to Rebecca Weber, CEO of the 2.4 million member Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. The most popular holiday destinations start to quiet down at summer’s end, making for conditions most seniors favor when getting away …

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Colorado Health Officials Strongly Recommend All Residents Get Vaccinated!

Due to the rapidly increasing infections and deaths of all ages by the Delta variant, primarily among unvaccinated people, Colorado Health officials are calling on unvaccinated residents to get vaccinated without delay. Additionally, officials are strongly recommending that all community members, both vaccinated and unvaccinated, wear masks in public indoor settings to prevent the spread …

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Your Phone Can Help You Travel Smarter!

After over a year of pandemic related restrictions, we’ve entered a new era of travel, with 67% of Americans planning to get out of town this summer. From scoring accommodations to keeping track of local restrictions, your digital device can help you navigate the “next normal” of travel. Here’s how. Health and Safety: With COVID-19 …

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Summer Skin Protection Inside and Outside!

Many people prioritize skin protection when spending time outdoors, but skin damage from UV rays and free radicals can occur inside too. Consider these tips and insights this summer: Indoor and Outdoor Hazards If you’re already taking measures to protect skin while outdoors, that’s great. The sun is responsible for up to 90% of visible …

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Team USA Wins Most Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympic Medals!

Team USA performed exceptionally well during this year’s Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics with the most medals totaling 113 and the most Gold medals with 39. China was second best with 88 total medals followed by Russia with 71 medals, Great Britain with 65 total medals, and Japan with 59 total medals. Regardless of several athletes …

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Colorado Among Top Ten States for Business!

According to a recent business report, Colorado is among the top ten states for business, ranking 8th overall and 2nd in workforce. “It’s no secret that Colorado is the best place to live, work and do business. We’re powering the Colorado Comeback by supporting our small businesses, developing our workforce across our state, creating jobs, …

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Team USA Number One in Olympic Medals After One Week!

After a grueling week and hot temperatures at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics with several athletes contracting the COVID-19 virus, Team USA has done well on becoming the leader in Olympic medals with 62 medals by Monday (Japan time) followed by China in second place with 60 medals and Russia in third place with 52 medals. …

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