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Nancy NordstromAfter her husband’s death, Nancy Merz Nordstrom took charge of her life and is making the most of her after-50 years.
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Fostering Family LoveAfter raising two children, Rose Ann DeVito discovered she had a big, empty home and a lot of love still left to give. Growing Bolder introduces you to the 65-year-old "new" mom of four.
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Locks of LoveAfter being diagnosed with cancer, Peggy Hartzog's first thoughts were about her own wants. But she soon began to think more about the needs of others. That's when she remembered her old red hair. The result was a very unusual donation.
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Matt ThornhillAfter a 23-year career in advertising, Matt Thornhill has quickly established himself as a leading national authority on baby boomers.
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Bearded Lady's Message of LoveAfter being ashamed of her beard for most of her life, Vivian Wheeler says she now realizes her unusual facial hair is a part of God's plan for her. Find out how she has found strength and peace in a world of pointed fingers.
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Building Joy With ToysAfter 364 days of work, a special group of "elves" celebrated with a holiday toy giveaway in The Villages, Fla. Come along to see the Christmas spirit brought to life through the eyes of deserving kids.
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Roadside Works of ArtThe Florida Highwaymen were 26 African-American artists who traveled the state in the '50s and '60s selling paintings along the roadside. Ignored at the time, today their works are highly sought-after collectibles.
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Ronni BennettAfter producing shows for Barbara Walters, John Tesh, Whoopi Goldberg and Matt Lauer, Ronni Bennett is now an investigator, reporter and researcher on all things related to aging.
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“Hey Lady, Why Do You Have a Mustache?”After 50 years I finally understand how CBS came up with the name of the Art Linkletter Show, Kids Say the Darndest Things! For women in menopause, the new version of that show is: Kids Ask the Darndest Questions. In Church...
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Learning Later, Living GreaterLEARNING LATER, LIVING GREATER: The Secret for Making the Most of Your After-50 Years. Lifelong Learning in Your Later Years… a Health Club for Your Body, Mind and Spirit! Welcome! My name is Nancy Merz Nordstrom and this blog is all about...
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Writing the Book…
Over the summer of 2005 Jon and I worked on the manuscript, with me in New Hampshire and him in Massachusetts. I would pull all the content together and then do the rough drafts. He polished them up. Thank goodness for email. We...
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Bobby GoldsboroAfter putting his other passions on the backburner for more than 20 years, legendary singer/songwriter Bobby Goldsboro started growing bolder and taking chances with his life and career and started painting.
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What Are Secrets of Wedded Bliss?Watch the video below, then tell us what strategies have helped you survive the highs and lows of marriage.
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The Book...
Shortly after I moved to New Hampshire, my son Jon, who is a free-lance writer with six published books to his credit and more on the way, began talking about my writing a book. He felt that lifelong learning for older adults was an important topic,...
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Becoming A 'Rock Star' at 53...I go to prove that you are never too old to keep trying. Although I have been writing songs and making music for over 50 years, it has only been in the last year that I have been able to have my dream come true - to record a CD and share my...
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Got Milk Mustaches?It's the two-word phrase that now has a permanent place in pop culture: "Got milk?" So, which celebrities wear their mustaches best?
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Self DefenseWe’re coming up on the ONE-YEAR anniversary of our little faux pas at a hotel here in the A-Town that must remain nameless. We vowed not to go back until a year had passed. As a matter of fact, I offered to buy drinks for everyone on...
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Harry Wayne CaseyFor a man whose music literally defined the 1970s, it's surprising that Harry Wayne Casey is just as popular today. Known for hits like "Get Down Tonight" and "That's the Way I Like It," he's the man behind K.C. and The Sunshine Band.
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You Can Shut Down Cancer Genes in 3 Months!Major lifestyle changes including a better diet and more exercise not only helps you lose weight and lower your blood pressure - it actually results in dramatic changes at a genetic level.
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Give the Gift of LifeA 17-year-old California girl died last week awaiting a liver transplant. Growing Bolder introduces you to a man who was one of the lucky ones to receive his transplant and is now spreading the message of organ donation.
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Brownie Wise-The Original Tupperware LadyEver since his early death, the legend of Florida’s Cosmic Cowboy, country rock pioneer Gram Parsons, has overshadowed his considerable talent and musical legacy. Parsons left his mark across the Sunshine State, from his boyhood home in Winter Haven...
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Gram Parsons
Ever since his early death, the legend of Florida’s Cosmic Cowboy, country rock pioneer Gram Parsons, has overshadowed his considerable talent and musical legacy. Parsons left his mark across the Sunshine State, from his boyhood home in Winter Haven...
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Eat This, Not That! A Book ReviewI am that girl. I am the one watching you in the restaurant, ordering a double cheeseburger with fries and a coke. You see me at the football game, staring at the child who is shoving down a chili dog, chasing it with nachos and tugging on...
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Sounds of SilenceWhen my four sons were little, we all attended church and had them dedicated to the Lord. While watching them grow, the Lord impressed upon me to let my kids go. Meaning, to give them to Him for protection and to lead them. I didn't want to be...
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The Climb of a LifetimeMany try -- not all succeed. But it seems that these days, the biggest names in mountain climbing are people over the age of 50! In fact, a group of 70-year-olds is hoping to smash the record for climbing Mount Everest.
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Sir Edmund Hillary Dies at 88Sir Edmund Hillary, the New Zealander beekeeper who was the first person to reach the top of Mount Everest, has died. His brave act has inspired countless others to reach for the heights. We introduce you to three courageous climbers.
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What People Are Saying About the Book…
To say thank you to everyone who helped or contributed to “Learning Later, Living Greater,” I mailed about 85 copies of the book out. Here are some of the comments. It certainly is nice to read them. Harry R. (Rick)...
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My ColonoscopyWhile completing my annual fire department physical exam the doctor once again highly recommended I have a colonoscopy performed. They have been scaring me since I turned fifty. I kept putting it off because the idea of have something like a garden hose...
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Marinating TipsWhenever I make a marinade, I take many things into consideration. Quality and freshness come first – the quality and freshness of the product I am about to marinate and the ingredients I use to create my marinade. The recipe ingredients and the...
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What Motivated You To Pursue Your Course In Life?Each week, Growing Bolder will ask top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting your life.