Author Archives: Lavinia

Mixing into the Arts

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Lavinia

Seniors as Doers of Art  (In General): The National Endowment of the Arts (NEA) allows organizations  [only] to apply for grants and it has an Arts in Aging Resource List Theater: The Senior Theatre Resource Center is a great site … Please continue reading full post »

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The 2nd Amendment

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Lavinia

You may think that if you are a senior citizen your chance is small of getting blown to bits by a person with an automatic weapon and a multi-bullet attachment.  But think again.  Perhaps one of your children, or one … Please continue reading full post »

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Healthcare, Medicare, STEALcare

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Lavinia

Have you noticed that the same tired arguments to reduce medicare and social security are trotted out time and again by so-called politicians and experts.  And then their purported “facts” are repeated by newspapers and TV as though they are … Please continue reading full post »

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Senior Housing and You

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Lavinia

These days seniors are often considered as expensive people (think Medicare and Social Security) whose lifetime contribution to society and family has decreased in importance.  It is a far cry from the days when elders were respected for the wisdom … Please continue reading full post »

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Window Veggie Farm

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Lavinia

It may be hard to believe it, but spring is on its way. For some of us lucky enough to have a patch of land, this means seeds, watering, flowers, veggies, and the whole joy of new green and color. … Please continue reading full post »

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