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In case you’re not aware, Lustre is a wonderful new platform for modern women creating a modern retirement experience. Sign up to receive the latest news from Lustre here. And what follows is the latest post written by agebuzz founder and editor Connie Zuckerman for Lustre.   Want to know…

Don’t Ask Me How Old I Am   In my head, I am 35 years old. My birthdays tell me otherwise, as do the ages of my son, granddaughter, and grandson. But I no longer deny aging -I did for a long time and will continue to wrestle with aids…

Old attitudes are changing. Retired women in the 21st century are forging new and unique paths to a more modern definition of how to live and thrive in this next phase of life. And to help them along the way, they have Lustre: an online platform and resource highlighting the…

What Will I Be When I Grow Up?   Recently, a 101-year-old woman died, the next-to-the-last survivor of the British Air Transport Auxiliary of World War II. She flew Spitfire fighters into battle areas. Her obit reminded me of my earliest vocational aspirations. I sometimes wonder what and where would…

Taking Care Of Myself   As my recent annual medical check-up was ending, my longtime personal physician stood up to shake my hand. I panicked. “You’re not thinking of retirement?” I asked. “No, I just want to congratulate you for the excellent care you take of yourself.” Startled, I asked…

Help Wanted: A 10-year-old Computer Guru By Alice Herb   I don’t know about you but I know I’m not stupid. I have a law degree and a master’s in law. I’ve sold insurance, practiced law, was a TV news and current events producer, director, writer, and transitioned into bioethics….