October 2020 – INSPIRED

Thrive Beyond 55 – October 2020

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Thrive Beyond 55 – October 2020

“Every word you say is a blueprint that your mind, body and psyche want to make a reality,” according to ...

“Every word you say is a blueprint that your mind, body and psyche want to make a reality,” according to Marisa Peer, a UK therapist and personal coach. “Words are powerful and the most powerful words ...

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ALL WE HAVE IS ALL WE NEED

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ALL WE HAVE IS ALL WE NEED

I am aware that in this time of COVID-19, it may seem that there is not much to be grateful for. However, ...

I am aware that in this time of COVID-19, it may seem that there is not much to be grateful for. However, as we move through this month towards Thanksgiving, we need to pause for a short time and thin ...

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CARING FROM A DISTANCE

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CARING FROM A DISTANCE

Many caregivers come face to face with the challenges of distance caregiving as they try to support their ...

Many caregivers come face to face with the challenges of distance caregiving as they try to support their loved one’s care and navigate the health care system. It can be quite a ride: feeling uncertai ...

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MAKEOVER: BEFORE & AFTER

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MAKEOVER: BEFORE & AFTER

Angela Marquardt As a recent empty nester and retiree, Angela Marquardt is entering a new chapter in her ...

Angela Marquardt As a recent empty nester and retiree, Angela Marquardt is entering a new chapter in her life. What better time, she thought, than now to indulge in a makeover, a refresh! Angela's bef ...

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WALKING A CAMINO: A SCALLOP SHELL OF QUIET

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WALKING A CAMINO: A SCALLOP SHELL OF QUIET

Give me my scallop shell of quietMy staff of faith to walk upon,My scrip of joy, immortal dietMy bottle o ...

Give me my scallop shell of quietMy staff of faith to walk upon,My scrip of joy, immortal dietMy bottle of salvationMy gown of glory, hope's true gageAnd thus I'll take my pilgrimage.- Sir Walter Rale ...

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THE HISTORY OF HALLOWE’EN

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THE HISTORY OF HALLOWE’EN

It all began long ago with fire - and it's happening again, if COVID-19 doesn’t interfere. But chances ar ...

It all began long ago with fire - and it's happening again, if COVID-19 doesn’t interfere. But chances are, we’ll still be able to get out the black fabric, stack some firewood and make a pumpkin pie. ...

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KEEP ON KEEPING ON

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KEEP ON KEEPING ON

When Robertson Tait speaks, we should listen. Born 73 years ago on the banks of Loch Ness, Robertson, a p ...

When Robertson Tait speaks, we should listen. Born 73 years ago on the banks of Loch Ness, Robertson, a proud Highlander, spent 25 years living and working in Victoria and Vancouver, and currently res ...

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SEE THE WORLD CLEARLY WITH PROPER EYE CARE AND EXERCISE

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SEE THE WORLD CLEARLY WITH PROPER EYE CARE AND EXERCISE

As we age, our vision becomes more challenged reading fine print, along with blurred vision, and the poss ...

As we age, our vision becomes more challenged reading fine print, along with blurred vision, and the possible risk of eye disease. Naturally, our eyes age as we do. However, with proper eye care, exer ...

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BEATRIX POTTER COUNTRY

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BEATRIX POTTER COUNTRY

England’s beautiful northwest has long attracted eminent poets, artists… and travellers like us! There, t ...

England’s beautiful northwest has long attracted eminent poets, artists… and travellers like us! There, two daytrips reveal the Lake District’s renowned landscapes and the extraordinary life of Beatri ...

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CAMPFIRE CONNECTIONS

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CAMPFIRE CONNECTIONS

There’s nothing like campfires; the mesmerizing flame, the scent of burning bark, the warmth from red hot ...

There’s nothing like campfires; the mesmerizing flame, the scent of burning bark, the warmth from red hot embers. They have a magical way of drawing us near, whether it’s to roast marshmallows, share ...

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STAYING FIT YET SAFE DURING A PANDEMIC

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STAYING FIT YET SAFE DURING A PANDEMIC

Research shows being indoors among many people increases the risk of contracting COVID-19. That may make ...

Research shows being indoors among many people increases the risk of contracting COVID-19. That may make you uncomfortable visiting the gym. Like other sectors, however, the fitness industry has made ...

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PANAMA CITY’S FOOD REVOLUTION

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PANAMA CITY’S FOOD REVOLUTION

“It will be pioneer travellers who will tell the rest of the world what Panama is,” says Annie Young, my ...

“It will be pioneer travellers who will tell the rest of the world what Panama is,” says Annie Young, my tour guide. I’m trying to listen intently as she talks about what she calls “authentic” tourism ...

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FRED PENNER: MAKING A DIFFERENCE

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FRED PENNER: MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,And sorry I could not travel bothAnd be one traveler, long I stoodAnd ...

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,And sorry I could not travel bothAnd be one traveler, long I stoodAnd looked down one as far as I couldTo where it bent in the undergrowth;–Robert Frost Critics dis ...

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