The Power of Planning: Taking Charge of Your Own Aging Journey
At 72, Betsy is doing all the right things to ensure she enjoys good physical, emotional, mental, and financial health. ...
Neutralizing
When Selling a Beloved Home Means Erasing Parts of the Past BY SUSAN RAVA “We can help. It's a question of—how shall...
Clear out the Mental Cobwebs and Make Space to Thrive
I was talking with a group of people recently when one woman said vehemently, “Well, I can’t learn new things; I am too...
Moving Closer to Your Family
You’ve retired, and you’re enjoying life: You’ve had time and opportunity to arrange your home, cultivate your friendships,...
Have You Ever Thought about House Sharing?
How many friends do you have who rattle around in a house too big, or feel cramped in an apartment too small, or consider...
Leaving the Nest – How to Part with your Home
I confess: I am a nester, deeply attached to my home and surrounded by my things. Most of us will find it necessary to...
How’s your Hygge?
Warmth. Coziness. Intentional intimacy—who doesn’t want these things? All these words come close to describing the Danish...
How to Build a Thriving Community
What does it take to build a thriving community? It can begin with simply sharing stories and inviting people to listen,...
Nirvana in a Small Space
Decorating a small home can seem like a daunting project—especially when you’re transitioning from a larger space. A...
Manufactured Homes Can be a Good Option in the Expensive Northwest
You have heard this story before—a tale of dreams crushed by the 2008 financial crash. I am one of the significant number...
