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  • With the Sacred Drop
    The value of everything

    I used to take my body and its blessings for granted. Then one day, I began to lose my sight. I got it back after an operation, and I realised how wonderful it is to be able to see. Recently, I was taken to hospital for open heart surgery. I came out of...

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    GB Radio

    Breaking Baseball's Race Barrier


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    GB Radio

    Boldly Going Where Few Have Dared


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    Picture Of Day: May 30

    Monument Valley at mile 13 marker. Stop and take a photo.


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    Taking Flight Into History

    The most effective, devastating and romanticized aircraft of WWII was the B-17. Countless books and movies dramatize the Flying Fortress and the 10-men crews that flew them. Here is a chance to take a rare flight in the plane that ruled the skies.

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    Sailing

    If anyone out there wants to take me sailing, just let me know! I'll go sailing anytime! Please take a look at this awesome collection of sailing photos accompanied by the lyrics to "Sailing" by Christopher Cross!

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  • Synchronized Swimmers
    Synch or Swim

    Take the timing and drama of a ballet -- and move it underwater. Add a few costume changes (including a pink boa and Santa hats), and you have The Aqua Rhythms synchronized swim team from The Villages, Florida.

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    Supplements Take Time to Work

    With technology allowing us to get the information we want immediately, with a simple push of a button, it’s easy to expect fast results in every area of our life. Unfortunately, good health takes time. “When taking nutritional supplements,...

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    Andora Quinby

    Many people take up new sports in their better years, but after turning 78, one woman decided to take up weightlifting.

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    The Sounds of a Century

    Take a fascinating look back at the elegant machines that made recording sound possible with one of the foremost collectors in the country.

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    Bernie and Big Bertha

    More than 50 years ago, Bernie Lee sold his car to buy a bass. He says it's the best deal he's ever made. He's been strumming Big Bertha ever since. A car can take you around town, but his bass took Bernie around the world.

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    where was MapQuest?

    of all the capabilities on the Internet, one of those I am most in awe of is MapQuest... you simply type in the from and to points, click enter and in a matter of seconds get a map along with detailed driving directions... this is in comparison to years...

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    Oh, My Aching Knees!

    Staying in shape at middle age can be challenging because it’s no secret that as we grow older, our body parts start to deteriorate.  Take the knees for example.  Did you know women are five to 10 times more likely than men to suffer a...

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  • Karaoke SInger
    Step Into the Spotlight

    Have you ever wanted to be a rock star but you were too afraid to step on stage? Find out how some budding vocalists in the Villages get up the courage to take the plunge.

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    Conversations of a Lifetime

    We all have a tale to tell, and that's the premise of NPR's Story Corps. We take you inside an amped up Airstream that's a one-of-a-kind time capsule and it's helping people across the U.S. leave a priceless legacy for future generations.

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    It isn't easy Going GREEN

    Global Warming - or - Global Warning!  I say it's time for everyone to step up to the plate and make a difference on our own.  We can't afford to wait on politicians to decide our fate.  (Especially when it seems the powers that be can't...

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  • Travel Writers Show You the World

    How many times have you thought, "Gee, it'd be great to have an adventure in another part of the world?"


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    Blue-Screen Magic

    We're returning to our old stomping grounds of WESH-TV in Orlando. Take a behind-the-scenes look as GB President Marc Middleton tapes a welcome video for the homepage of GB.com and find out what happens when there's too many anchors on the set.

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    Sedum watch!

    In the days before I had a big flower garden (which puts me roughly at just last summer), I hadn't a clue about what fun and suspense and celebration and even mourning could go into watching stuff grow.  Or not.  Up until then, my gardening...

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    Grammy Winner Forced to Delay New Tour

    Singing star Dolly Parton just announced that she is postponing her upcoming U.S. tour -- but in true Dolly fashion, she has a hysterical take on her troubles!


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    'The Dark Knight' Breaks Record

    The economy may be hurting but Americans can find movie ticket money. 'The Dark Knight' smashed the 3-day weekend box office record and combined with 'Mamma Mia' to lead Hollywood to its biggest overall weekend in history.


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    Why I am not voting for Obama even though I might agree on a lot of his issues.

    Hello Everyone,   I would like to explain to both Republicans and Democratics, so I don't seem narrow minded as to why I am not voting for Obama. Yes, I agree with a lot of his issues on the environment, women's rights, gay rights, and...

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    George Brunstad

    Three days after blowing out the candles on his 70th birthday cake, Connecticut resident George Brunstad decided to take a swim – across the English Channel.

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    ADVICE: Home Renovating

    As you may have noticed in my status from time to time, I have been renovating my house for the past several months. I have advice for everyone who is looking to renovate...if you are doing more than one room, DO NOT live in the house during the process!...

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  • Katy Cropped
    Living for Today

    When I read that someone who is healthy, active, ambitious and inspirational has died – like an actress, or a sports star – I'm instantly saddened.  And that was my initial reaction when I saw that Dave Freeman had died in a freak...

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    1958 GM Car Commercial - 5 Hot Models for 1958

    So, what kind of car are you driving? Wish you could have a brand new one? Click the photo to take a look at few of the sparkling new models that were shining on the showroom floor 50 years ago!

  • Mark Rodriguez
    Welcome to Growing Bolder

    Just a quick note to all the team and new members at Growing Bolder...and special thanks to Jackie, Marc and Bill for letting me a part of the team... At our Food and Wine Insider website and blog, get ready for some great info on new wines, healthy...

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    How to Love a Baby Boomer Diva Part II

    Give Her Something to Smile About   Come up with creative ways to do something different for your baby boomer diva everyday.  Let her know you’re thinking about her throughout the day with an email or a phone call (leave a message if...

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  • Brenda Red Hatter
    Brenda in The Villages

    I have been disabeled since 1996 with Chronic Pain Syndrome due to Arachnoiditis, which was caused by several back surgerys that caused scar tissue to form around my spinal cord nerves. This causes a lot of leg pain that never stops. I have a neuro...

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    12 Tips To Help Your Marriage Survive the Holidays!

    This year's holidays are fast approaching. Can you say STRESS? With that in mind, here are 12 tips to help you get through it all. Before you read them there is something you should know. These tips are not from me directly. They are from 75 couples who...

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    My Dirty Little Secret

    David and I have one chick left in the nest. He graduates from high school on June 8, 2008. And I am marking the days. I keep a gigantic calendar and mark a red X each day. For my son's sake (and to avoid horrified looks from house guests), I keep the...

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    While Exercising Be Good to The Environment

    IrongeezerSays™," While Exercising Be Good to The Environment."By Cliff and Tatjana Eggink   We all know that Kermit the Frog says, "It isn't easy being green;" however, it must become the thing to be for all of us, and especially for us...

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    The Doughnut Dilemma

    Recently, a group of angry people picketed outside their senior home in Mahopac, New York. They carried signs, chanted and drew national attention to their plight. So what had these 70 year olds so upset? Pastry abuse! You see, they were used to...

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    Saying Thanks

    This is the time of year when many of us take a few moments to slow down and give thanks for what we have. It's something that personally, I wish I did more often. I don't think it should take a date on a calendar to force me to take stock of my life,...

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    Susan Von Der Lippe

    Never one to rest on her past glories, three-time Olympian Susan Von Der Lippe will take on the country’s top swimmers at the 2008 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials next summer.

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    Media Pages Tutorial: Page 2

    Confused about all of the options available on GrowingBolder.com's media pages? We can help! Click here to start a walkthrough of all the great features.


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    My Real Life College Road Trip Part II

    This week, many baby boomer parents, like me, have been going through the experience of sending their children off to college for the first time.  We are becoming something called “empty nesters.”  I would like to say...

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  • Joyce Dillon
    Hello! Are You Listening to Your Life?

    There is always a particular moment when you clearly know you need to change your life. That desire for change is like a grain of sand in a shoe, imperceptible at first but grinding away until it becomes the only thing you notice. Your instinct is to...

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    Be Good to Yourself by Exercicing for Health!

      "Be Good to Yourself by Exercising for Health." IrongeezerSays: It doesn't take a lot of hard work to enjoy the benefits of improving your health through light exercise. Improvements such as better cardiovascular health and maintaining proper...

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    Jealousy and Competition are Not Healthy Words

    Sharing somebody's success brings us back to a feeling of community, and celebrating as a community is one of life's finest pleasures. Take a moment to call and say 'congratulations', or a 'I'm so happy for you', and really mean it when someone you know...

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  • Bill Shafer
    Remarkable Woman Struggles for Life

    Just wanted to pass along that the oldest member of Growing Bolder, Ruth1898 is not well. At 109, she is the world's oldest blogger. She has been put under the care of hospice and they are very concerned about her chances of recovery. Being a part of...

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    Stop the Clock: How Men Can Stay Healthy, Fit and Strong at Any Age

    Did you read Part 1 of my Stop the Clock: How Men Can Stay Healthy, Fit and Strong at Any Age series? If you didn't get a chance to read it, take a look at it right now before continuing. Read Part 1 first.Good Nutrition & Hydration Keeping your...

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    Time To Reinvent Yourself
    by Marc Middleton

    I'll admit it. I'm more than just a little jealous of those who knew from a very early age what their "true purpose" in life was and have been happily pursuing it ever since. You know, the kind of passion that......


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    Harrison Ford Bares it All

    Want to see Harrison Ford with his shirt off? He bares it all -- and goes even more bare -- in a new video, supporting Conservation International. Take a look at this video, where Ford gets his chest waxed to make a point.


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    Boomer's Buzz: Saturday, April 26, 2008

    66-year-old triahlete killed by shark, rebate checks are almost in the mail, top chain restaurant fare, the electric cars ready to take over the road, Hey Jude, and more.


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    5 Ways to think outside of the box…or in this case, the tee box.

    Lake Ashton is a fun active adult lifestyle community.  Residents don’t just use their golf carts on one of their two community golf courses, they drive their carts all over the community – many homes even offer golf cart parking...

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    Fast Forwards -- Mothers

    In honor of the mothers in your life, check out this heart-warming ode to mom that is making the rounds on the Internet. Get out a tissue and take a moment to remember what makes moms great.


  • Bill Shafer
    Reinvent Yourself

    Have you ever had one of those moments in life where you wake up and say, “I just can’t do this anymore”? Maybe it’s a relationship that just isn’t working. Or maybe it’s work that isn’t working. That’s what happened to me. 26 years, 8...

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    One for the History Books

    Forget Rocky. This is the real deal. A comeback story for the ages. And the aged. What Dara Torres accomplished at the U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials in Omaha, Nebraska borders on the unthinkable.


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    Oldest Living All-Time

    Click to see an updated list of the oldest living people of all time.



 

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