Annie Tobey, Author at Seniors Guide

Disciplining Grandchildren: A Touchy Subject

When our grandkids misbehave in our presence, our natural instincts as long-time parents and disciplinarians kick in. Many times, however, ...
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1/27/2022 | By Terri L. Jones

Angry Grandmother Motortion Dreamstime. Disciplining Your Grandkids

Tuna Melts Offer Warm Familiarity

Yes, a sandwich can be considered comfort food! Tuna melts consist of tuna salad, tomato, and cheese, then broiled until ...
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1/27/2022 | By Kary Osmond

Tuna Melt Photo Matthew Heinrichs Dreamstime. Tuna melts consist of tuna salad, tomato, and cheese, broiled until the cheese is melted. To me, says Kary Osmond, it’s comfort food.

The Importance of Dental Care, Even During a Pandemic

While the pandemic has made it easy to put off a trip to the dentist, the importance of dental care ...
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1/26/2022 | By John Levan

Woman At Dentist Office Photo By Rosshelen Dreamstime. For article, The importance of dental care means we must continue to make our regular pilgrimages to the dentist, even during a pandemic, and this is why.

Your Retirement Savings Number Isn’t Magic

Don’t get too hung up on a retirement savings number, counsels Kiplinger’s Personal Finance writer Katherine Reynold Lewis. She suggests ...
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1/26/2022 | By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

Woman Finances Photo By Alexey Kuznetsov Dreamstime. For article, Don’t get too hung up on a retirement savings number. Other considerations are essential as you plan to retire – or live in retirement.

A Romantic COVID Getaway

Whether for Valentine’s Day, a special anniversary, or just because, you value the opportunity to do something special with the ...
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1/25/2022 | By John Levan

Romantic Couple Fireplace Photo By Monkey Business Images Dreamstime. For article, With careful planning, you can still enjoy a romantic COVID getaway. We explore options for romance despite pandemic challenges.

Peanuts as a Nutritional Powerhouse

What is fun to eat, oh-so-tasty, but sometimes gets a bad rap and is actually healthy? Environmental Health looks at ...
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1/25/2022 | By Lori Zanteson, Environmental Nutrition

Peanuts, shelled and unshelled. Today, every part of the peanut is put to good use, for great taste and as part of a healthy diet. For article on peanuts as a nutritional powerhouse. Image from Premium Health

Showing Kindness to Essential Workers

Life is a series of adjustments, and boy, has the pandemic been full of adjustments. We’ve seen ups and downs ...
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1/24/2022 | By Annie Tobey

a doctor and patient, wearing masks. Photo By Rido Dreamstime. The pandemic has seen a decrease in decency, even at senior homes. We can combat this by being kind, showing kindness to essential workers.

Ask Amy: Profound Grief Over Her Dog’s Death

A woman whose 5-year-old dog died from cancer is experiencing profound grief over her dog’s death and realizes she is ...
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1/24/2022 | By Amy Dickinson

A pet gravestone is surrounded by fall leaves. For Ask Amy column, Profound Grief Over Her Dog’s Death: A woman whose 5-year-old dog died from cancer is experiencing profound grief over her dog’s death and realizes she is neglecting her relationship with her husband and feeling extreme pain. Advice columnist Amy Dickinson addresses her loss.

Digital Scrapbooks for Every Generation

Whether you’re a senior looking for an indoor project or someone who wants to provide a memory book for a ...
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1/21/2022 | By John Levan

Woman On Laptop Syda Productions Dreamstime. With digital scrapbooking, you can share finished digital scrapbooks and memories with people near and far – no printing or postage required.

Sleep Reduces Risk of Dementia

Andrew E. Budson, M.D., of Harvard Health Blog, discusses two studies demonstrating that sleep reduces risk of dementia, studies that ...
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1/21/2022 | By Andrew E. Budson, M.D.

Man Sleeping Photo By Tampatra1 Dreamstime. For article, sleep reduces risk of dementia