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Why Not Write Your Life? Jan. 18, 2019

Positive Aging

POSITIVE AGING BY MARILYN MURRAY WILLISON RELEASE: FRIDAY, JAN. 18, 2019 Why Not Write Your Life? ... Read More

Winter Safety Jan. 14, 2019

Dear Doug

Q: We live in a state with heavy winters, and I've been plowing my own driveway for decades. This ye... Read More

Why a Men's Shed Is a Good Idea Jan. 11, 2019

Positive Aging

It's no secret that many older men face serious challenges when it comes to healthy social connectio... Read More

Well-Being Is Sinking, But You Can Rise Above It Jan. 08, 2019

Energy Express

There are January clearance sales going on all over town, including my own desk. Near the top of one... Read More

Moving On Jan. 07, 2019

Dear Doug

Q: My dad lost our mother a little over 18 months ago. He lives in the same retirement complex and i... Read More

Classic Ann Landers Jan. 06, 2019

Classic Ann Landers

Editor's Note: Hundreds of Ann Landers' loyal readers have requested that newspapers continue to pub... Read More

'The Stranger in My House' Jan. 04, 2019

Classic Annie's Mailbox

Dear Annie: Years ago, Ann Landers published an essay about a woman who sees a stranger in the mirro... Read More

On Plucking Nose Hairs Jan. 04, 2019

Erick Erickson

One of my older sisters once dated a much older guy who had not yet come to terms with growing up. I... Read More

Want a Job? Jan. 04, 2019

Positive Aging

POSITIVE AGING BY MARILYN MURRAY WILLISON RELEASE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 2019 Want a Job? Do you rem... Read More

Turning 66 in 2019? Consider Filing for Benefits This Month Jan. 02, 2019

Social Security and You

I write a column similar to this one every January. But I don't mind plagiarizing myself, as the col... Read More

Emotional Support Dec. 31, 2018

Dear Doug

Q: My 90-year-old neighbor's health is failing, and he seems to be retreating into himself. I know t... Read More

Consult a Financial Professional If You're Worried About Your Assets Dec. 28, 2018

Classic Annie's Mailbox

Dear Annie: I am an 84-year-old woman in love with a 92-year-old man. Since I'm rather old-fashioned... Read More

Why Social Interaction Is Essential Dec. 28, 2018

Positive Aging

For years, researchers have known that everyone benefits from socialization —regardless of age... Read More

They Would Want to Know Dec. 27, 2018

Classic Annie's Mailbox

Dear Annie: One of my sisters has a lovely cat, but when we go somewhere with her, the kitty litter ... Read More

Try As You Might, You Can't Change Others Dec. 26, 2018

Classic Annie's Mailbox

Dear Annie: You often print letters from older parents dealing with rejection from their adult child... Read More

Does Working Past Age 70 Affect Your Social Security Benefits? Dec. 26, 2018

Ask Carrie

Please note: This article may contain outdated information about RMDs and retirement accounts due to... Read More

Finding New Love Dec. 24, 2018

Dear Doug

Q: I'm a lonely widower looking for a good woman to love and make my new partner. It took me several... Read More

Senior Sweethearts Dec. 21, 2018

Positive Aging

I have a dear friend who has been a widow for three years. She recently told me that special days, l... Read More

Do You Know Dad's Wishes? Dec. 19, 2018

Wellnews

You've been entrusted with making difficult health care decisions for older loved ones. It's a great... Read More

Shared Treasures Dec. 17, 2018

Dear Doug

Q: My husband and I are retiring and moving to a retirement community in Arizona as soon as we find ... Read More