Peggy, 89, found her religious faith to be an enormous help when her husband, Larry, died suddenly several years ago. And she found release for her sorrow in writing poetry. Read More
“Children Who Break Your Heart”: A Reader Asks for Your Advice
A reader is looking for advice on overcoming the pain of a child who “breaks your heart.” Can you help with suggestions? Read More
The Marriage Advice is Coming In!
Answers are coming in to our question: What are the most important lessons you have learned about love and marriage (and long-term relationships)? Great advice today from a 62-year marriage! Read More
A Reader Writes: Bob’s Lesson on the Transitory Nature of Life
A brother’s death lead one of our readers to think about “what makes all the difference.” Read More
If Not Now, When? Anita’s Lessons for Living
Insightful lessons for living from Anita, 67, courtesy of of Jackie, our summer intern. Read More
The Greatest Lesson – Compassion: New Elder Wisdom Videos
In our hundreds of interviews with America’s elders, one particular lesson usually emerged: the need for compassion toward other people. Read More
A Dog Story: What our Pets Can Teach Us
Francine, 74, found owning a dog for the first time changed her life and motivated her to stay healthy. Read More
Farewell, Sr. Maria – Thanks for Your Lessons!
It’s never easy when we lose one of the Legacy Project respondents, but we can still profit from their lessons. Sr. Maria grew up in a close-knit Polish neighborhood, not speaking English until she entered school. Her life history and life as a teaching sister taught her valuable lessons. Read More
