Retirees to gather for lunch
IRON MOUNTAIN — AT&T and Michigan Bell telephone retirees and former employees will gather for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Monday, June 3 at Holiday Kitchen in Iron Mountain. All are welcome.
Golden K learns what’s offered at the library
By JOAN JOUPPI For The Daily News KINGSFORD — Early morning risers are greeted with blue skies, birds singing and the faint aroma of flowers opening their blossoms. As Mr. Rogers put it: “It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood.” The Golden K seniors arrived May 13 at the ...
Senior News: To live long and prosper is entirely possible
NIAGARA, Wis. — If you are a Star Trek fan, you will recognize the title of today’s column. Our household was filled with avid viewers as together we “dared to go where no man had gone before” and watched the adventures of Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock as they toured outer space on the starship Enterprise. It was all good fun. Today, however, the topic pertains to a subject much closer to home — our longevity and the lifestyle habits that will lead us to the accumulation of many years while enjoying optimum health. I have always assumed I would live a long time because longevity ...
Golden K learns about 100-Plus Women Who Care
KINGSFORD — The sun rises and spreads dancing rays across the lake. Blue skies promise a great day ahead. Watching this warmth and beauty unfold spurs one into an euphoric peace. Here is where we find the Golden K seniors preparing for their Monday meeting. Judy Sielaff, embracing duties ...
Eight years in: Some perspectives on retirement
NIAGARA, Wis. — It is hard for me to believe, but I have already been retired for eight years after 28 years with our local hospital and nine years before that with a local construction company. I am grateful to say that I enjoyed working for both of my former employers and have many fond memories of friends and work that was a joy to do. I distinctly remember pondering an early retirement back then as the hospital was offering an “early out” to those who qualified, and I had qualified all three times. The employee health nurse at the time gave me very wise advice. She said, ...
Senior News: It was the best of times, it was the worst of times
NIAGARA, Wis. — Today’s title is borrowed from Charles Dicken’s 1859 novel, “A Tale of Two Cities.” It is the opening thought, which begins a list of contradictions that goes on for nearly a full paragraph, and an attempt to describe the complexities of this period of history. The novel is set in the late 18th century during the French Revolution. The story takes place in both London and Paris, and several characters, caught in the fervor of the fight, must make difficult decisions and choices that affect both themselves and their loved ones. The story also serves as a ...