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Does your dream vacation involve your best friend? What if that best friend is not human? Are you moving with a pet? If you plan on traveling with a pet either in the U.S. or internationally, you’ll need to do some careful planning to make sure the experience is pleasant for all involved. ...
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A children’s tea can be a teaching experience in a social setting. Young boys and girls alike can learn the etiquette of table manners and conversation. Make the experience magical for your grandchild by using a theme, decorating your space, serving tea and snacks, and playing games. ...
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Ever notice that clothes off the rack look great on the hanger but not necessarily on you? Maybe it's because you're not dressing according to your body shape. Not to worry. Fashion influencer Linda Peavy is here with Style Stop, a new Northeast Ohio Boomer blog to help style your way to clothes that flatter —not just fit — your body. ...
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Share an animal encounter with your grandchild and create an extra special memory! An encounter is much different than visiting a zoo, or even a petting zoo. An encounter gets you up close and personal to a specific animal where you not only can pet and feed it, but also sometimes hold it and be educated on the animal’s behavior, adaptations and living environment. ...
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If you are significantly engaged in providing support for others, personally and/or professionally, you need to make sure you do not let things slip in your self-care. How you handle stress, the amount and quality of your sleep, physical activity, diet and hydration will all impact your health and well-being as you age. ...
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Your personal my Social Security account is here for you at every stage of your career. You don’t have to be retired or even close to retirement to take advantage of it. ...
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A hummingbird visits an average of a thousand flowers a day. Fill a deck or patio container with flowers that attract these delicate birds and they will visit regularly to get their daily fill of nectar. ...
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Which approach to weightlifting is best as we age? Both free weights and machines have their pros and cons. Most importantly, make resistance training a part of your exercise regimen for optimum fitness and functional levels. ...
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