Lists For Living

Wisdom from the Past – For the Graduating Class

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Graduation time is coming up for college seniors. Here’s some life wisdom Verna (age 89) offered in a letter to her great-grandchildren that’s highly relevant to those just starting out! Read More

April’s Lessons: Savoring the Present Moment

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April, 63, sent us a list of lessons that reflect an important idea: Savoring the small things each day that make life pleasant. Read More

Pop’s Life Lessons – His Children Remember

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Sarah and her siblings honored their father by summarizing his lessons for living – a wonderful way to remember an elder! Read More

Roberta’s List for Living

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Roberta, 95, offers her lessons for living on marriage, work, children, and enjoying nature. And they are ones all of us can practice! Read More

How to be 89: Lenore’s Advice for Aging Well

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Lenore, 89, sent her lessons learned in a remarkable letter. She reflects on what makes for a good life, as well as a good old age. Some secrets: Keep learning, keep active, keep laughing. Read More

Wisdom from the past – for the youngest generation

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Verna, 91, shares this list of lessons for youngsters in our families. Read More

Matilda’s lessons for living, peaceful and poetic

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Matilda, 78, sent us a set of lessons that read like poetry; calm, reflective thoughts good for a Sunday morning (and a snowy one here). Read More

Sharon’s List for Living

Sharon, 79, shares very useful lessons for living in a letter with advice for every stage of life. Read More