Life after 50

Fourth of July and tomato pie
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Fourth of July and tomato pie

Fourth of July and tomato pie

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-07-03T00:00:00-05:00July 3rd, 2014|Life after 50, National|

Fourth of July is the time for two of our favorite family traditions—patriotic music and home grown tomato pie. Want to share in our traditions? Read on for the secret tomato pie recipe back on Mother’s Day weekend when I planted our garden. As for our love affair with patriotic songs, that started back in the 70s.

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Becoming a parent at (almost) 50
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Becoming a parent at (almost) 50

Becoming a parent at (almost) 50

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-06-20T00:00:00-05:00June 20th, 2014|Life after 50|

I became a new parent twice last year for the first time. Did I defy nature and give birth two times in one year? No. I officially became a parent for the first time to my darling 9 year-old twin stepsons when I married the love of my life; and a second time when I became my father's primary caregiver.

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The nest is empty … now what?

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-06-13T00:00:00-05:00June 13th, 2014|Life after 50|

I feel old. Not only did I turn 50 years old last month, but my youngest son graduated from high school and is heading out of state to start college. For the first time in 21 years, I will not have any children at home. I feel that time is moving too fast and I want to yell at it to slow down. Sound familiar?

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How well did I know my dad?
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How well did I know my dad?

How well did I know my dad?

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-06-13T00:00:00-05:00June 13th, 2014|Life after 50|

My father, Daniel Jenerson III, died September 19, 1992. At his funeral I was surprised to hear from neighborhood families about how he helped them in their time of need…diapers when their children were born…food when there was none…helping with auto repair costs. Who was this man they were talking about?

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So what about retirement? If you can, do you want to?

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-06-04T00:00:00-05:00June 4th, 2014|Life after 50|

Thirty-five years of saving, 10 years of aggressive investing and the last five years of learning to live on 32%-46% of my salary, had finally paid off. I could retire and have more income during retirement than I have while still working. But my heart is not in it to retire ... yet.

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Turning ageism on its age

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-06-03T00:00:00-05:00June 3rd, 2014|Life after 50, Workforce|

I’ve been on a couple of interviews now and they have been most enlightening. Every one has been hosted by individuals decades younger and considerably less experienced. There have been some awkward moments and some engaging ones. Who knew that I could charm these young folks into seriously considering me to be a part of their team, working under their direction?

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Neutralizing the naysayers
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Neutralizing the naysayers

Neutralizing the naysayers

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-05-28T00:00:00-05:00May 28th, 2014|Life after 50, Workforce|

“Now you’ll see what the rest of us have been dealing with … let’s see how long you’ll be a confirmed practicing optimist now! … you’ve been living the high life, welcome to the real world!”

I could go on, but you get the idea of what I’ve been bombarded with since I informed some of the people in my small world about my impending job loss.

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Building strong bones now for your future
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Building strong bones now for your future

Building strong bones now for your future

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-05-22T00:00:00-05:00May 22nd, 2014|Health, Life after 50|

My mom tripped on an area rug a few weeks ago, causing her to fall and fracture her pelvis and hip. According to her physician, it was the “best” hip fracture to have; she only needed three rods in her hip instead of a hip replacement. In the past, she’s also had multiple compression fractures in her spine. Why so many bone breaks? Just like her mother before her, my mom suffers from osteoporosis. There are ways to help reduce your risk.

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Every day is Mother’s Day!
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Every day is Mother’s Day!

Every day is Mother’s Day!

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-05-08T00:00:00-05:00May 8th, 2014|Life after 50|

This year celebrates 100 years since Anna Jarvis was successful in her movement to make "Mother's Day" a recognized holiday in the United States. We were raised with our father telling us that “every day is Mother’s Day!" He was instilling in us the importance of appreciating a stay-at-home mom raising eight daughters and five sons. He was teaching us to say thank you.

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Finding your way back after a later-in-life job loss

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-05-06T00:00:00-05:00May 6th, 2014|Life after 50|

“We have been informed that you and your staff will not be a part of the new program as had been originally planned. As of July 1, 2014, your office and positions will be dissolved”…

Anyone ever heard something like this before? Mary Calhoun found herself in a situation that many older workers have experienced. For her, putting on a positive attitude was key for moving forward.

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