Tag Archives: Family matters

The MIL/DIL dynamic

Posted on October 13, 2021 by Blog Mavens

Mother-in-law, Age 72 I recently moved near my son to be near him and the grandchildren, and I had an incident the other day with my daughter-in-law that was the last straw. She has ignored me for years, despite my … Continue reading →

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On turning 72

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Blog Mavens

Anonymous, Age 72 There has always been something about older people that drew me to them. Perhaps it was their perspective, their stories of a simpler time. I love storytelling so I was an instant student. I studied gerontology in … Continue reading →

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A new era for me

Posted on June 11, 2020 by Blog Mavens

Kathy, Age 70 I read about this website in the book “70 things to do when you turn 70”, a birthday gift from my sister. A birthday card from another friend said “I’m sorry you’re birthday was ruined by a … Continue reading →

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Care and keeping of old men

Posted on August 11, 2019 by Blog Mavens

We’ve been thinking recently about men aging and talking with friends about various aspects of the subject. We know we generally focus on ourselves in this forum, but thought we’d shift our lens for a moment for a wider view … Continue reading →

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Do you feel orphaned?

Posted on May 5, 2018 by Blog Mavens

Anonymous, Age 71 Great site….. I always wonder if others feel like orphans when our parents pass no matter what our age?

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