Welcome to the Retirement News Articles for the week of November 20th:
We are headed into Thanksgiving week and before you know it Christmas will be here and we will be looking ahead to 2024. I tend to be more of a college sports fan than NFL, NBA or MLB. My CSU Rams football team is 5-6 and with a win to close out the season could become bowl eligible. In addition, college basketball has begun, which is my favorite sport as unlike football, there is always a likelihood of a David vs. Goliath story, if not during the season, during March Madness.
You will see a Thanksgiving theme in this week’s stories. I find my favorite articles especially interesting this week as I hope you do as well. I couldn’t resist including the story of a new 80 day, four continent luxury train tour. Now if that wouldn’t make for a wonderful New Year’s resolution, I don’t know what would?!
Lastly, I wrapped up my 8 part series on Nutritional Healing. This week’s conclusion gives you a somewhat detailed summary of the series. I encourage you to check it out.
My favorite articles for the week are:
- Bonus Story: How the traditional Thanksgiving feast has evolved over centuries
- Travel for Seniors: This New 80-Day Rail Trip Is an Epic, Round-the-World Journey Aboard 7 Luxury Trains
- Food, Nutrition and Cooking: Nine Vegetables Healthier When Cooked
Though I am not the author of these Retirement News Articles, I have searched earnestly for quality content that will prove of value and interest to my subscribers. I hope you enjoy these articles and encourage you to comment on not only the content, but with thoughts on what subjects you would like to see in this weekly compilation.
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Thank you
Mike
Retirement News Articles – Bonus Story
Article one, from National Geographic (you may have to give them your email to open the article), gives us a short history of the first Thanksgiving feast and then takes down memory lane to inform as to how we ended up our modern-day Thanksgiving gastronomical traditions.
How the traditional Thanksgiving feast has evolved over centuries
Travel for Seniors
I am an avid skier, but I ski for skiing’s sake. Though I like a nice ski town and a nice restaurant, I don’t care whether it is the “in” location or not…in fact, I prefer NOT. So, for those of you who like to do your own thing, and not necessarily follow the crowds, article one is just for you (and me).
If I were to find “heaven on earth”, I have a few desired scenarios. Frankly, article one might be one of them, but article two would definitely be on the list. I love trains, I love good food, and I love travel and history. What more could you ask for…other than a congenial travel partner? Well, I can think of one more thing; I imagine that an 80-day luxury train tour covering four continents must cost a pretty penny. So, the first thing I would ask for are the funds necessary to book this trip.
These Laid-Back Ski Towns Have All the Powder and Half the Crowds
This New 80-Day Rail Trip Is an Epic, Round-the-World Journey Aboard 7 Luxury Trains
Lifestyle, Health & Welfare for Seniors
This week’s articles are all around “Lifestyle”. Frankly, you can throw in the word “dream” as well. I promise I am not trying to encourage you to leave home, but for those of you who have considered moving abroad, this week’s articles will be of primary interest.
If you have ever fantasized of living in your own French chateau, article one, from Conde Nast, is for you. Learn how Abigail Carter, from Seattle, fulfilled a dream and purchased and then renovated a historic French chateau. The article gives you guidance on how to pursue this dream for yourself, if you so choose.
The second article, also from Conde Nast, lists the top 10 cities in Europe for “Expats”. The article cites a recent Travel Far and Wide study, which ranks key European cities by affordability, walkability, and happiness scores.
What It’s Actually Like to Buy an Old Chateau in France
This Is the Best European City for Expats
Food, Nutrition & Cooking
Article one and two are of course about Thanksgiving and the related food fare. Admittedly, I begin by starting from the back end of the feast. Article one, from Food Network, gives you a slide show through a plethora of dessert treats. Note that it is not, however, just a visual journey. At the end of each description, there is a link to the applicable recipe.
Article two is actually 15 articles, each with a description and recipe, ranging from entrees to side dishes and desserts. They even have a recipe for macaroni and cheese, which you can compare to article three.
Story three is from “The Kitchen” and shares a story line that makes you feel cozy and warm. The macaroni and cheese recipe described is classic; creamy sauce, chewy pasta, and plenty of cheese. Whenever or where ever it is served, a bowl of this mac and cheese will always spell comfort. Here’s the best, most classic recipe I know, with step-by-step pictures to guide you.
I found article four quite interesting. The article shares that several (they list 9) vegetables are actually more nutritious cooked. Even more of a surprise is that several of them are staples in our diets (asparagus, mushroom, spinach and tomatoes) as well as one at least I would have assumed is definitely best “raw” (kale).
126 Thanksgiving Desserts Everyone Will Gobble Up
The Vegan Holiday Feast Even Meat Eaters Will Love
How To Make the Best Macaroni and Cheese on the Stove
Nine Vegetables Healthier When Cooked
Recreation, Exercise & Hobbies
Both articles one and two, from the National Council on Aging, give you several ideas on how to stay active during the winter. For those of you that prefer your winter exercise be indoors, article one is for you.
Article two has a broader focus, giving ideas for both physical and mental activities or hobbies seniors can enjoy in winter, including traveling to a warmer clime.
6 Ways to Stay Physically Active in the Winter
Senior Citizen Activities You Must Try This Winter
Arts, Entertainment, and Reading
Embark on an extraordinary journey in article one with Caleb Scharf as he guides you through the pages of his book, The Zoomable Universe. Beginning at the far reaches of the observable cosmos, the narrative delves into colossal structures such as galaxy clusters and gradually descends to the infinitesimally small scale of the Planck length—less than a billionth of a billionth of a billionth of a meter. This remarkable synthesis of the grandiose and the minuscule captivates readers, offering a visual feast of pictures, diagrams, and illustrations, all complemented by Scharf’s clear and engaging prose.
With article two, I exhibit how truly shameless I truly am. This article shares the best book blogs of the year. Admittedly, I wish I had the time and resources to read lots of books and become a “best” book blogger, but give my care provider role, that is not currently in the cards. Of utmost importance is sharing this resource with my “few” readers…
This Will Help You Grasp the Sizes of Things in the Universe
The 50 Best Book Blogs for 2023
Financial Management for Seniors
Wow, what could be more serious than a budget article from the American Banking Association? This practical article, which is really a checklist, gives us great tips on how to budget for the holidays.
Article two is a budget article specifically for seniors and entails an even more extensive list than the first article. Of special note is that it covers travel and related expenses as well.
Holiday Budgeting Tips for Seniors