Are You Ready To Retire?

Are You Ready To Retire?

Not only do you have to think about the financial markets and financing your retirement, but there is the equally important question of if you are ready mentally and emotionally to retire. Are you ready to quit what you are doing? It is a pretty good bet that what you have been doing in your career is what identify you both to your peers and to yourself. You may dislike the expression “You are what you do”, but it is true and who you are is going to change significantly when you retire. Did you ever think about retirement beyond how...
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My Third Act – Mexican Moments 5

My Third Act – Mexican Moments 5

December has zoomed by faster than a speeding bullet. An apt analogy for Mexico, since the top two fears raised by my friends are the on-going drug wars and health care. Of course, there are serious drug wars in our state of Sinaloa, but they are not obvious in Mazatlan. Apart from the policemen’s AK47’s, we never see gangs, guns, knives or any devious drug deals. I’m sure, high in the hills of Mazatlan, some drug lord is laughing hysterically at my observations, as he pats his pit bull and sips on his single malt: but I don’t sense, or...
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COPD – Why Baby Boomers Should Take A Deep Breath

COPD – Why Baby Boomers Should Take A Deep Breath

Many baby boomers suffer from a breathing disorder called COPD or "chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder". According to recent research the number of baby boomers suffering from the condition is expected to increase as the boomers age.
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My Third Act – Mexican Moments 4

My Third Act – Mexican Moments 4

Years ago in Sedona, Arizona, Soren and I contracted Red Rock Fever.  It’s not fatal, but it can cost you a bundle.  We were...
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3 Golden Rules For Baby Boomers Retirement

3 Golden Rules For Baby Boomers Retirement

Surveys have shown that as baby boomers approach the golden years of retirement many are, if not concerned, wondering how to approach their...
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4 Popular Baby Boomer Retirement Hobbies

4 Popular Baby Boomer Retirement Hobbies

- if you are not into in tunnel digging... OK - No matter what business you are retiring from, if you are a baby boomer,...
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My Third Act – Mexican Moments 3

My Third Act – Mexican Moments 3

Over dinner we sit on our rooftop gazing at the Cathedral glowing in the evening light, and play “if we were to buy in Mazatlan”, where and what would it be?  After 20 days and nights we know Mazatlan is for us. It meets our criteria for retirement, but the icing on the tortilla,...

Baby Boomers Health Care – Why Get Health Insurance and Its Coverage

Baby Boomers Health Care – Why Get Health Insurance and Its Coverage

As people grow old, they become more and more prone to diseases or illness and baby boomers health care becomes an issue. At the point the boomers reach old age, they will suffer from arthritis, and heart related conditions. Because of this, everyone should have some form of security in order to live a...

My Third Act – Mexican Moments 2

My Third Act – Mexican Moments 2

When we arrive at our “fully furnished apartment”, it became obvious that not only did we need to learn Spanish; we also must understand the Mexican code phrases.  For instance, a fully furnished apartment, means that yes, there is some furniture, a bed, but nothing in the kitchen or bathroom.  One old towel shot...

How to stay healthy at 60+

How to stay healthy at 60+

It's not so difficult to stay healthy at 60 – all it takes is extra care in the food you eat, and making sure you get adequate exercise. You need not go on an elaborate diet or be able to win a triathlon (not at your age), but keeping a healthy lifestyle will...

My Third Act – Mexican Moments 1

My Third Act – Mexican Moments 1

It started innocently enough over a bottle of red wine. One cold April evening, I suddenly blurted out to my husband, Soren, “I hate Toronto, I hate the climate”. Even for me that was a little odd, having lived there for 61 years. And so began the search...

How Baby Boomers Can Be In Control Of Their Health And Fitness

How Baby Boomers Can Be In Control Of Their Health And Fitness

Baby Boomers have a reputation of "pushing the envelope." As they age and the oldest of the Boomers are now in their 60s, they're pushing the healthcare system to put a more serious focus on getting better care, as well as wellness and prevention. In fact, by 2029, the 65 and older population will...


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