Been There, Done That: Eight Decades And Counting By Alice Herb: Retirement
September 19, 2018
Retirement By Alice Herb Today I think I found out what retirement should be- and I think I might like it. I had an early morning periodontist appointment to have stitches taken out. The procedure was quickly over and I decided to take advantage of a gorgeous day in…
To Infinity And Beyond: Artist Yayoi Kusama at 89
September 13, 2018
You’ve likely seen her yellow spotted pumpkins or maybe stood in line to enter one of her “Infinity Rooms” at a gallery or museum exhibit. In fact, at age 89, Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama now has a bigger following than she’s ever had in her lifetime and she’s the top-selling…
The 92-Year-Old Man: Mel Brooks Continues To Make Us Laugh
July 26, 2018
After 75 years in show business, you’d think he may want to at least slow down. But comedian Mel Brooks, now 92, continues to believe he has a mission in life: to make terrible things entertaining. From his early days in Brooklyn and the Catskills to his work behind the scenes…
All Together: Where Do You Keep Your Important Papers?
June 21, 2018
If an emergency happens, and time is of the essence, would your spouse or your loved ones know where to find your important paperwork? Do you even have one central place where all of your critical information is together? If your essential info is all on paper, do you have…
A Big Deal: New Research On Reducing Obesity In Older Women
June 14, 2018
Most women who are post-menopausal face the prospect of potential weight gain. While some women may respond with discipline and lifestyle changes, others may conclude that nothing can be done as the weight is the result of genetics. However, a new study out of the University of Buffalo School of Health…
Come What May: Elaine May Returns To Broadway 58 Years After Her First Opening
June 14, 2018
Perhaps you’ve seen her in the classic movie A New Leaf with Walter Matthau. Or, you’ve probably seen one of the many films she helped write, such as Primary Colors, Tootsie or The Birdcage. Or those of you of a certain age may have seen her on Broadway in 1960 when…