On Turning 80
July 28, 2025
On Turning 80 by Roz BurakI turned 80 years old in March.  My first question that day was “How did that happen?”  It’s unfathomable to me that I’m this old — and I am!!!!   It really has been a state change – suddenly I’m an “Old Lady”!!!  It’s been eye opening.Take going up stairs.  I remember what it was like…
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New Beginnings
March 3, 2025
New Beginnings by Roz BurakAs we passed from 2024 to 2025 I asked myself two questions: (1) What do I want to leave in 2024; and (2) What do I want create as my context for 2025?  Although you’d think these were two thought-provoking questions, the answers popped up immediately. I want to leave procrastination in 2024.  I wanted to stop…
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Where My Life Has Led Me
February 10, 2025
Where My Life Has Led Me by Marilyn EdelsonAs I look back, I see how my life is like a well-seasoned stew—each chapter adding layers of flavor and complexity. Growing up in New York City during a time when women were beginning to spread their wings, I was fortunate to witness a world teeming with creativity and change. The path…
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Why do I have all this STUFF????
August 22, 2024
Why do I have all this STUFF???? by Roz Burak I don’t know about you, but I just have TOO MUCH STUFF!!!!!   I’m fairly organized so it doesn’t show up as indiscriminate piles or clutter.  But it’s there. Just open any closets.  I have four very nice document boxes filled with pictures, letters and greeting cards I’ve been saving forever. …
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Don’t Buy What They’re Selling
August 18, 2024
Don’t Buy What They’re Selling by Roz Burak Finding joy in aging is a full time job.  The news media, social media, political rhetoric and talk shows are all telling us we’re going to hell in a handbasket. The news media tells a very small story: mostly they call their spin on the facts reporting the news.  Headlines are designed…
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Why Didn’t They Tell Us?
August 5, 2024
Why Didn’t They Tell Us? by Roz BurakLast week, at the luncheon after my sister-in-law’s funeral, my niece and I had a very interesting conversation.  My niece is only 10 years younger than I and therefore qualifies for the “older” generation.Although we hadn’t seen each other in a while, one of the first questions she asked was “Why didn’t they…
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Influenza A – Oy Vey
January 24, 2024
Influenza A – Oy Vey by Roz BurakBefore you ask, I did not get a flu shot.   As I always feel crappy for one or two days after the shot, I couldn’t find a good time to get it.   Instead, I’ve been sick for three weeks and still counting.  Oh well — another one of those people plan and G-d…
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To Hear or Not to Hear
November 22, 2023
To Hear or Not to Hear by Roz BurakIt’s a fact, as you age your hearing diminishes. Why do we say it ain’t so? I remember in my late 60's not hearing what people were saying was a thing. My response —” Why do people mumble?” It was your problem not mine. Having someone repeat themself was a staple of…
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Turning Garbage into Black Gold
October 25, 2023
Turning Garbage into Black Gold If you live in New York City you may have noticed these new orange Composting bins. They have given me a whole new way to be relevant. That may sound pathetic, but those of you who’ve reached a certain age know how important that is.I no longer feel guilty about throwing away spoiled fruits and…
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A New Start
July 31, 2023
A New Start Here I am again — This time for GOOD. 12 years ago I declared I’d write a blog on the Joys of Aging. I’ve had many fits and starts since then. Many people have supported me ---- I just wasn’t ready —NOW I AM!!!!!Let’s talk about this thing called aging. As I said in one of my…
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Knitting
July 26, 2023
Knitting After a hiatus of 40 years, my friend Barbara inspired me to knit again. I learned to knit as a very young child. Over the years I enjoyed making clothes for my dolls, family members, boyfriends and even myself. I made my outfit, including a hat for my nephew’s Bar Mitzvah. It was stunning!!! Knitting with mom was our…
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Where’s the JOY?!?!?!
May 16, 2023
Where’s the JOY?!?!?! by Roz BurakOkay, maybe this isn’t so joyful. And, it is something that I have to bring my sense of humor to. Dealing with the INTERNET — OY VEY!!!!Have you noticed how these websites decide what you need — like updating your password. WHY???? It’s absolutely ridiculous that I don’t have any choice in the matter. If…
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Wlly’s Gone
December 8, 2020
Wlly’s Gone A few days ago, Wlly, my 8 yr old Shih Tzu, while sleeping next to me passed away. He had cancer. I’m so sad. He was so precious and so sweet — he loved every one. And he brought so much joy to the world. Let me tell you about him.Wlly - his name is an acronym for…
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Grandparents Day
March 21, 2018
Grandparents Day by Roz BurakI’m at Grandparents Day for my great niece and nephew.  I’m not a grandparent and was invited because I’m the closest thing to a grandparent for these two  – a Great Aunt.What fun playing make believe at my age, We decided to call me “Bubbie.”  At first it was just a joke.  How funny — me…
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Birthdays
March 11, 2018
Birthdays by Roz BurakYesterday was my birthday, 73 in case you’re wondering.   It’s funny, not only am I happy to be 73, I’m happy to tell people.   I remember when I was 64, my sister-in-law wished me a happy birthday on FaceBook and said something like “happy 64th birthday, you’re almost catching up to me.”  I was so upset with…
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Blog Opening
November 15, 2017
Blog Opening For many years I thought about how to talk about the joys of aging rather than the dilemma of aging, Let’s face it getting a seat on the bus and subway just because you have gray hair is not a bad thing. And what about senior discounts. I don’t know about you, but I love them.About 5 years…
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Thinking About Dying
March 10, 2015
Thinking About Dying by Roz BurakThe good thing about turning 70 is you’re too old to die young.I don’t remember thinking about dying the way I do now.  It seems like everything is a reason to think about dying, I don’t mean to make this maudlin — it’s just interesting, I bought new drinking glasses While putting them away I began…
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Trying To Get Started
September 6, 2011
Trying To Get Started How to get started. I have this great idea — do a blog on the joys of aging. But, I’m completely stopped. I’m not stopped because I can’t think of what to write – I have lots of ideas. I’m not stopped because I don’t think it’s a great idea — we really need a lot…
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