“The power, passion, and purpose of ancient female wisdom.” This phrase is the credo of the Crone’s Counsel, a non-profit organization that honors and advances the aging woman’s value to society. The description could also easily describe resident Alice Yee, a pioneer for women’s equality for more than three quarters of a century. Born in… Read more
One of the first people you’ll meet when you move to England Oaks Adult Living Community is Resident Advisory Board member Linda Yeager. Armed with a welcome basket full of goodies and a warm smile, the former beautician and barber is a 16 year resident of England Oaks. Drawn to the lifestyle and the beautiful… Read more
In August 2014, my lifelong friend, Dave Radcliff, invited me to join a 20-plus-mile swim relay across Catalina Channel. As it had never been attempted by 80-year-olds, we would set an international record. I feared I wouldn’t measure up, but I accepted. Dave swam in the 1956 Olympics. Our teammates, all Masters Swimmers, compete in… Read more