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Have you ever seen "The Golden Girls" television program? If not, here's a synopsis. Four comical women, age 50 and above, share a home in Miami, Florida. Divorce or widowhood has brought them together. Dorothy has a very dry sense of humor. After 38 years of marriage, she is deserted by her husband for a flight attendant. Rose is a naive, sweet, and wacky transplant from Norway. She grew up in a small farm town, where she met and married the love of her life. When he passed away, she moved to Miami. Blanche is a refined charmer from the South, who's self-absorbed and enamore... more ...

Since the concept of money started to be used thousands of years ago, most people without a great deal of money have assumed that having a lot of it would make them happy. While it is certainly no fun to be poor, is money really a cure-all for all of the curves that life throws at us on a daily basis? The Beatles famously said that money can't buy you love, but can it buy happiness?       Money is a tool People have a tendency to equate money with freedom and security. However, this is a lie. Money by itself will not make a miserable person into a person who jumps out o... more ...

When you are on holiday and want to see exceptional attractions in Montreal, there are many to choose from. This cosmopolitan city was founded in 1642, is the province's largest city, the Canada's second largest, was named a UNESCO City of Design, and is the largest primarily French-speaking city in the world after Paris.   Old Montreal You step back in time as you explore the magnificent well-preserved historic buildings, gift shops and art galleries, eat at wonderful restaurants, take a horse-drawn carriage ride or walk the cobblestone streets.   Old Port of Montreal a... more ...

We had met through the 50plus-Club, he started sending me a smily and from there we chated for a few months on skpye and meet up finally. It has been a year now and we plan to live and settle down together and I felt so lucky.... more ...

Remaining happy as you age is an important way to maintain mental and physical health, leading to a longer life. One of the largest age groups in the world are individuals in their fifties or over who are called baby boomers. Baby boomers live all over the world working in various occupations or enjoying retirement. Many baby boomers are now entering the retirement years when their lives are gradually shifting to a different lifestyle with more free time for other pursuits. While working long hours each day, raising families and caring for homes, a baby boomer may have put their own happiness ... more ...

Rio De Janeiro is one of the Host Cities for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil. This will be Brazil's second time to host the competition, the first time being in 1950. In a huge city like Rio de Janeiro, it is hard to pick out places that you must see. Every place has something to offer, and you are sure to have an experience to remember wherever you go. However, you may not have much time, so here are ten places that are worth your time.     1. See the view from Sugar Loaf. This is one of the most visited sites in Rio de Janeiro as it offers a breathtaking view. Enjoy the ... more ...

As life carries you along, your surroundings change. While it is healthy to mourn these changes, there is no benefit to remaining sad and withdrawn. If you have entered your silver years as a single, the prospect of dating may seem a bit scary. The world has changed since you had your first date, and you may not feel comfortable jumping into the same dating scene in which young twenty- and thirty-something men and women are meeting each other.  You are absolutely not alone. There are many other men and women just like you, looking to make a connection for friendship or more in your very ... more ...

One day a lady received a smile from a gentleman on 50plus-Club. She responded by sending a smile back. The next message was an invite for coffee. The lady accepted, however, it was such hot muggy weather last July 2013, the lady suggested an iced tea instead. The gentleman agreed and they planned to rendez-vous at a public place where there was a gazebo and running fountain. The appointed day and time arrived and the lady brought her dog. After a 2 and a half hour 'chat' they both realized that they had similar interests and both left feeling pretty good.   The gentleman messag... more ...

The West has long been intrigued by Buddhism. The insurgence of research and interest in "mindfulness" in recent years is part of this intrigue. Despite the West’s long fascination with Buddhism, there are many common misconceptions. We will address a few of them here.   Life of the Buddha Siddhartha Gautama lived in the 6th century B.C.E. in what is now Nepal. He was a wealthy prince and grew up with much privilege and comfort. When he was an adult, however, he became dissatisfied with sensual life and left home to study with the ascetics. Ascetics radically deny the d... more ...

Being wealthy and living rich is not always entirely the same. Understanding how rich people think and live differently than those who are not is a way for you to gain insight into your own life path and destiny.   Life Choices and Habits Matter Individuals who are rich understand that their own life choices and habits drastically have an affect on the outcome of their lives. Understanding that positive habits lead to positive opportunities is a way to steer clear from becoming "stuck" or feeling trapped in a lifestyle you are unhappy with yourself. Making positive changes, i... more ...