Silly Rabbits Aren't Just for Kids — They're Perfect House Pets, Too! The Bunny Life Boop the Fifth — yes, he’s the FIFTH Boop in his lineage — has a lot of grandparents. In Laura LaPalme’s 55+ community in Watervliet,

✨FROM OUR SPRING ISSUE: 
You should really consider adopting a pet rabbit.

They're so soft and cuddly, and they make great low-maintenance pets. Plus, they could lower your blood pressure! 🐇🥰
 https://t2m.io/X4D0F23

#55pluslife #SpringIssue #sillyrabbit

Why You Might Need a Measles Booster Shot Measles was (at least, until recently) deemed eradicated in the United States thanks to high vaccination rates, but recent outbreaks are serving as a

😷💉Measles was deemed eradicated in the United States thanks to high vaccination rates, but recent outbreaks are serving as a reminder that for many adults, their protection may not be as strong as they think. 

 👉https://t2m.io/gC4PmvO

#55pluslife #health #measles #vaccines #getboosted #outbreak

Ever wonder how a magazine cover comes to life? 🎨

From first concept to final polish, this is where creativity meets countless tiny decisions. 

Colors, fonts, images—every detail matters. Take a peek behind the scenes and see the ✨magic✨ in the making.

#55pluslife #coverart #behindthescenes #

Isometrics: An Effective At-Home Workout I’m lucky enough to belong to a gym that offers a wide range of workout classes, catering to all different types and levels of fitness enthusiasts. I’ve

💪 Isometric exercises are a form of strength training that uses resistance to develop functional strength. 

Here's how you can get started: 👉 https://t2m.io/sGw4wz1

#55pluslife #health #fitness #isometrics #staticexercise #holdstill #feeltheburn

What You Should Know About The Most Common Liver Disease in the US Metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), formerly known as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), affects up to one in three

⚕️Metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) affects up to 1 in 3 adults in the United States and is one of the leading causes of liver failure. 👉 https://t2m.io/Y3JR6mw

#55pluslife #health #liverdisease #MASLD #fattyliver (#notfoiegras) #yourhealth

6 Nutrients That Nourish Your Brain A few years ago, every other ad on TV seemed to be a person in a white lab coat telling us that taking Ginkgo biloba supplements were all you needed to

🥗🐟🥜 In general, nutritionists emphasize that the most important dietary strategy for a healthy brain is to eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains, along with lean proteins in moderation.

Here are a few to look out for: 👉 https://t2m.io/57VN5mY

#55pluslife #health #brainfood

Traveling “Speckled Bread” Baking with Heart Helen Goh’s solo debut cookbook is about so much more than dessert If you’ve ever swooned over one of famed British restaurateur and

Raisins, currants, and other dried fruits are sweet morsels "speckled" throughout this bara brith, and the addition of ras el hanout, a complex and aromatic Moroccan spice blend, heightens the bread's depth of flavor. https://t2m.io/WDWj7Av

#55pluslife #recipes @helen_goh_bakes

✈️🗺️ When it comes to travel planning, deciding whether or not to do an all-inclusive trip can be quite polarizing. 

It’s the difference between being a traveler or a tourist; both have their pros and cons that should be weighed before planning any vacation. 👉 https://t2m.io/EEkwkpw

#55pluslife

Trending: Retiree Roommates In 2004, the roommate-finding website SpareRoom was launched in the UK. The brainchild of Rupert Hunt, a British tech entrepreneur and self-described

In March of 2025, SpareRoom released a report that found that the 65-and-over crowd is the fastest-growing roommate sharing age group in the United States. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑🏡📈 👉 https://t2m.io/vi6S66B

#55pluslife #roommates #liveinlandlords #roomies #incomeboost #loneliness #goodcompany

Dubai Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats Make your own homage to the viral chocolate and pistachio sensation To get a taste of Dubai chocolate at home, try this quick recipe with a Dubai

To get a taste of 🍫Dubai chocolate at home, try this quick recipe with a Dubai Chocolate twist on Rice Krispie Treats made with Cocoa Krispies and pistachio cream — nutty, creamy and crunchy goodness! 😋

Get the full recipe, here 👉  https://t2m.io/CaLqicd

#55pluslife #recipes #yummy #dubaichocolate

How to Clear Out a Loved One’s Home After They Die When someone passes away, the emotional toll is often compounded by the practical realities of dealing with their possessions. And because people

🗣️There is no right way to manage someone’s personal belongings after they die, but there are strategies to make it easier. Here’s what we’ve learned: 👉 https://t2m.io/Dnu1o6G

#55pluslife #downsizing #lifestyle #declutter #sort #sentimental #advice

Beat Cabin Fever by Nordic Walking Nordic walking is an excellent exercise to take up, whether the required poles are helping you navigate slippery woodland paths or a city sidewalk. And

🧣❄️ Nordic walking is an excellent exercise to take up, whether the required poles are helping you navigate slippery woodland paths or a city sidewalk. 😅 https://t2m.io/7ABanaS

#55pluslife #fitness #nordicwalking #outdoors #exercise #move

Why Fostering Animals Makes More Sense As People Age You’ve probably heard it before: After losing a beloved pet, a friend resists getting another animal to love and care for, simply because they’re “getting

Older people should seriously consider fostering animals in need. It isn’t for the faint of heart, but it could be the solution to enjoying pet companionship after a certain age. 👉 https://t2m.io/3KQymju

#55pluslife #pets #foster #adoptdontshop #savelives #seniorpets #fosterpets

🪴🌿If you have limited space outdoors, or are looking to add intriguing visual elements to your indoor planting areas, these tips can help you plan a productive and eye-catching living wall for the upcoming season:  https://t2m.io/2s2H3wK

#55pluslife #homeandgarden #verticalgardening #smallspaces

Creative Ways to Save at the Grocery Store We all know the usual advice: buy generic brands, cook from scratch, stick to your list, and so on and so forth. Many of us have been following at least

We all know the usual advice: buy generic brands, cook from scratch, stick to your list, and so on and so forth. 

With grocery prices still on the rise, most of us are looking for ways to stretch our food budgets even further. Here are a few ideas. 👉 https://t2m.io/OkEKf3m

#55pluslife #groceries

How to Find Your ‘Third Place’ “Making your way in the world today Takes everything you’ve got. Taking a break from all your worries Sure would help a lot. Wouldn’t you like to get

"Third places,” have historically been the center of public life, fostering human connection and providing a common good. 🤝🫂

As we age, third places become increasingly vital for our well-being; creating your own might be as simple as reaching out. 👉 https://t2m.io/u4tYzx8

#55pluslife #health

Green Choices are Reshaping the Deathcare Industry Returning to the Earth As cemeteries fill up and Americans increasingly turn away from traditional caskets and cemetery plots, new options are

❄️ FROM OUR WINTER ISSUE: 
As cemeteries fill up and Americans increasingly turn away from traditional caskets and cemetery plots, new options are transforming the way we approach death and burial. 🪴⚰️
👉 https://t2m.io/Gmdqu8h

#55pluslife #death #endoflife #deathcare #greenburials #aquamation

What the Heck is Dubai Chocolate? The story behind the exotic, kind-of-pricey viral confection My teenager asked me for a Dubai chocolate bar in 2023. She told me it was expensive and that

✨FROM OUR WINTER ISSUE:

It's everywhere: 🍫 Dubai Chocolate is still riding high on the trend that grew out of a chocolatier’s pregnancy craving and a viral ASMR TikTok video.

But what the heck is in it? We've got the details: 👉 https://t2m.io/7v34kfC

#55pluslife #food #chocolate #dubaichocolate

The Pros and Cons of Wearable Fitness Tracker Apps  People often make new fitness goals around the start of the new year, but the reality is that it’s always a good time to consider thinking more actively

Even tiny changes we make to our routines and eating habits can have cumulative benefits that go a long way. 🏃‍♂️🥗

If you’re looking for a simple tool that could have a positive impact, a ⌚ fitness tracker might help, but they have some drawbacks. 👉 https://t2m.io/LorX5aH

#55pluslife #health

Dutch Baby Pancake with Mortadella & Arugula Baking with Heart Helen Goh’s solo debut cookbook is about so much more than dessert If you’ve ever swooned over one of famed British restaurateur and

Excerpted from 📖"Baking and the Meaning of Life: How to Find Joy in 100 Recipes" by Helen Goh:

🥮 "Golden brown and crisp at the edges, soft and custardy in the center, they are texturally delightful to eat."👉 https://t2m.io/X61Jx5k

#55pluslife #recipes #BakingandTheMeaningofLife @helen_goh_bakes

Footprints of Love The Vine There are a few things in life I think we can all agree on, and one of them is the simple joy of seeing someone we love walk through the door.

In this issue's 🌿 The Vine, Rod Michael reminds us of the important things:

"The stories we write and the memories we leave for the people we love become our footprints of love — lasting marks that time can never erase." 👣❤️

👉 https://t2m.io/PkhvUOc

#55pluslife #WinterIssue #lifestyle #memories

River vs. ocean: Choosing the cruise that’s right for you When you’re choosing between a river cruise and an ocean voyage, it’s not really about the water — it’s about the vibe. Do you want something big and

✨FROM OUR WINTER ISSUE:

At the link, our ✍️ travel writer Joanne Cleaver breaks down the different vibes between river and ocean cruises. ⛴️🛳️  👉 https://t2m.io/PAKexYb

#55pluslife #travel #cruises #rivercruise #oceancruise #whynotboth @jycleaver

Legacy letters: Share your life with loved ones after you’re gone Messages From Beyond via Legacy Letters As we age, we usually think about making or updating our wills and perhaps noting who we’d like to receive

✨FROM OUR WINTER ISSUE: 

At the link: what you should know about legacy letters, ethical wills, and why they're invaluable. 💌
https://t2m.io/PSHTQcB

#55pluslife #legacy #values # #legacyletters #ethicalwills #whatyouwantremembered

Today we can honor Martin Luther King Jr's legacy by contemplating what he preached: how we should treat each other with kindness and empathy.
#55pluslife #MartinLutherKingJr #MLKJr

✨ FROM OUR WINTER ISSUE: 

Joanne Cleaver details how we can narrow down our travel options by matching trip priorities, itineraries, time and budgets to make the most of our bucket list adventures. ✈️🚂🛳️🚲

👉 https://t2m.io/y2x58G5

#55pluslife #travel #newissue #WinterIssue #cruises #biketours

Smart ways to beat the winter blues Brighter Days Ahead You need to let the sun get into your eyes.  That’s what Jill Wolski, LCSW, owner and clinical director of Harmony Counseling in Troy

✨ FROM OUR WINTER ISSUE: 

Whether you're suffering from the winter blahs or the winter blues, there are ways you can fight back.

Here's what you can do about Season Affective Disorder: 👉 https://t2m.io/LszME7b

#55pluslife #newissue #WinterIssue #health #winterblues #SAD #sunlight #vitaminD

Your Dog's Anti-Aging Playbook Getting older is a natural part of life — both for us and for our dogs. And while modern medicine continues to advance at lightning speed, canine health

❄️ FROM OUR WINTER ISSUE:
Getting older is a natural part of life — both for us and for our dogs. 

Here, four natural dog care experts share their strategies for helping dogs live longer, healthier lives. 🐾🐕💚https://t2m.io/J2JA6kT

#55pluslife #pets #NewIssue #Winter2026 #longevity #naturalremedies

✨ Our latest Winter Issue is out now! 

✈️ Don't miss our special Travel section, with bucket list vacations, cruise advice, and small group tours!

Digital version is available at the link 👉 https://t2m.io/BSLoVXO

#55pluslife #NewIssue #Winter2026 #travel #health #lifestyle #leaveyourlegacy

Phishing, Smishing, Vishing, Quishing: The Latest Scams You Need to Know If you’ve been approached with some kind of scam recently, you’re far from alone. The Global Anti-Scam Alliance released its “State of Scams” report,

❗If you’ve been approached with some kind of scam recently, you’re far from alone.

Here are some things to look out for: 👉 https://t2m.io/9GpyayP

#55pluslife #scams #stayaware #besuspicious #AIscams

Double Chocolate Biscotti These crisp double chocolate biscotti are tailor-made for dunking into coffee, warm milk, or hot chocolate. Jenn Segal of Once Upon a Chef says: When my

These crisp double chocolate biscotti are tailor-made for dunking into coffee, warm milk, or hot chocolate. ☕🥛🍪

Full recipe, courtesy of Jenn Segal of Once Upon a Chef. https://t2m.io/B8GH5Tf

#55pluslife #recipes #doublechocolate #doubleyummy @jennsegal @onceuponachef