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One thing about growing older, especially after entering retirement, is that it’s very easy to slip into a zone of comfort and detachment from the world around us. It’s a place where we stop pushing ourselves to be more than we are and gradually accept that the best years, experiences, and achievements are permanently behind us. Avoid that place at

Time goes by so fast, and especially so at my age! I’m 70 years old now, and I want to make every second of my remaining life meaningful and significant. That’s why I’ve decided to pursue my 55-year-old dream of becoming a published author. I don’t want my life to conclude like one of those movies where people would say,

Don’t let popular, ever-changing social norms erode your personal identity and belief system. You were born into a brief but specific and unique time period. Therefore, I encourage you to think, speak, act, and live like you’re from that time period. Don’t be afraid or pressured by what anyone says about you or your kind, lest you abandon who you

Was it just two pairs of lips coming together for a few awkward moments to signal the birth of a fragile, new relationship? Or was it two sets of luscious, burning flesh interlocking with sizzling passion, as hormones exploded, and young love blossomed like an atomic bomb? Well, it depends on one’s perspective. For instance, would the first kiss between

I’m loving the incoming feedback from my beta readers! They’ve discovered things I’ve overlooked or never would have considered. If I want to succeed, I must embrace correction so I can make the necessary changes. I’m learning it takes a community to write and publish a book—spouse, family, friends, and publishing professionals! And, as I continue along the path toward

Are both your feet firmly planted in 2026? Do you believe this year will be better in ALL ways than last year? If not, you need to revisit your 2026 game plan to add more steel, inspiration, and commitment. Otherwise, you might be setting yourself up for great disappointment! I am confident I will have my first romance novel, Champagne

I feel very blessed and fortunate to have spent most of my life surrounded by uplifting people who possess integrity, wisdom, and common sense. Their influence has significantly shaped the kind of man, husband, and father I strive to be. While I don’t see myself as perfect, and I do not expect to achieve perfection in this lifetime, I am

Is there someone you know who needs you to come by their side to help them pick up the pace in their life? Someone who needs your knowledge, coaching, and encouragement, without any controlling or dominating behavior on your behalf? A person you can lovingly and earnestly assist as they work toward achieving their goals or fulfilling their dreams? It’s

Can we all agree on one thing—that the American people are the MOST blessed nation on the planet? Citizens of other countries might have better healthcare systems or other benefits, but how many Americans would truly choose to live anywhere else in the world and switch their citizenship? Just a few. And to those who say they would gladly leave

Life can be like walking on the beach when the temperature is ninety degrees, with the sun beating down on your face and shoulders. And if the wind is at your back, that’s not a good thing, contrary to popular wisdom, because even though it helps you move forward a little faster, its ability to refresh you is diminished, and