Article Archives: Senior Lifestyle

Oh Christmas Tree

December 19, 2013 | by Rose Mary Clarke

“Oh Christmas tree, how lovely are thy branches. In summer sun or winter snow, a coat of green you always show . . .” This song was based on a 16th Century Silesian tune. The use of green as a symbol of eternal life dates back to the ancient Egyptians. … Read More

Snow Diary

December 12, 2013 | by Rose Mary Clarke

Eek! I seem to be saying that a lot these days. The months have sped by so that Thanksgiving is over and Christmas is nearly here. I try to follow Thoreau’s advice and live my life consciously. However, the older one becomes, the faster time goes so it’s difficult to … Read More

Lights Out!

December 5, 2013 | by Rose Mary Clarke

Eek! We were watching television the Friday night of a big storm a few weeks ago when we heard a loud “Pop!” The lights went out, and we moaned, “Oh no, not again!” Bill fetched our battery powered camp lantern. He also brought forth a little radio and a small, … Read More

The Best and the Worst Restaurants and Hotels

November 27, 2013 | by Rose Mary Clarke

We’ve had delectable meals in New Orleans, and we “discovered” a wonderful, cozy little restaurant near Notre-Dame in Paris. Good food doesn’t have to be expensive. Street vendors cook yummy crepes on the Left Bank of Paris. At an oceanside restaurant on Elba, two waiters filleted sea bass tableside while … Read More

I’m Thankful Every Day

November 21, 2013 | by Rose Mary Clarke

Eek! Thanksgiving is upon us with Christmas close behind. Help! I’m not ready. Where has the year gone? We rush through and gobble up the days as if we have an infinite supply. I haven’t written a Thanksgiving column. What to do? Aren’t computers wonderful? I found an old column … Read More