Dorothy's Blog
Accepting Aging: Through the Caregiving Door
Accepting aging is a life long process that becomes more urgent with each passing year. More than a decade ago, I entered the conversation about aging through the caregiving door. As I walked…
ONE SMALL DECISION AT A TIME
When you find yourself stuck in indecision and not enjoying your life, one small decision can change everything. It did for me, and I believe it can for you. As a young person,…
“Keep Me Away from Wisdom that Does Not Cry”
This Kahlil Gibran quote is one of my all time favorite quotes. I hope you will take a moment to consider his words. What does wisdom mean to you? What is your philosophy…
14 TOP MOVIES FEATURING OLDER WOMEN
Movies featuring older women have historically been a rarity. Women have had a rough ride in the film industry, as they struggled for substantial roles. Systemic ageism and sexism have deprived the world…
MID-CENTURY MODERN AWESOME
2020 brought many surprises, not least of which was the awareness that everything that we grew up with and came to associate with our parents is now “mid-century” and vintage. The Past as…
How to Step Away from Fear
Fear does not need to control your life. Yesterday, I posted this meme on the Aging Abundantly Facebook page with a brief message. I must admit I hesitated to post it. like all…
