Age ain't nothing but a number
587261
Rochelle Alers first book with Desires was excellent.  She introduces us to Veronica Johnson and Jerome 'Kumi' Walker.  Veronica tries to fight the attraction she feels for Kumi because of their age difference, but Kumi is determine to break down a barrier that she has.
Ms Alers is always known for her HOTT, Passionate love scenes.  And she does not disappoint us in "A Younger Man."  For those who are looking for a quick excellent read, I recommend that you go to the nearest store and pick this up.  Remember that Desires only keeps their books on the self for a short period so don't hesitate because you may miss out.
2333639
This is such an interesting take on numbers. Enjoyed this book so much! A great book for all ages to enjoy.
2921927
This was an odd choice of book for me, but having had a Mom that lived in an independent living facility and later a nursing home, I had observed some real enjoyment of life many of these older people had.  So I wanted to see it from the inside.

Hendrik Groen is 83 years old and is feeling the pains and aches and limitations of many people at this age.  Sadly he has no living children, but thankfully has made friends where he lives.
Luckily he lives in the Netherlands, as this scenario would not be possible in the US.  Independent living and Assisted care living is self funded in the US, so only the people who are incapable of caring for themselves in the US would find government assistance and then only in a nursing home.  Sad but true state of affairs of where I live.

Hendrik is lucky in that he has friends he can identify with and in this book, he clearly enjoys some great friendships.  It is clear these people were unknown to him when he joined the home, but once being there he has made fast friends.  I found that to be true for my Mom as well.  She was not a social person, but once she was thrust into a gathering of people her age, she found her tribe.  (Hysterically for me, her two buddies names were Thelma & Louise, but thats another story).  Hendriks cronies were all at a similar state in life and had health issues as well.  I think this is what bound them.  Unique to his group, was an undying thirst to keep on living.  That seems to have made all the difference.

Part of what makes this a fun book to read is the dilemmas and calamities that such a closed community has.  Rules, regulations, food, personal slights, complaining, etc.  All part of everyday life.  Everything is a dilemma, conspiracies abounded and this changed from day to day. Like the rest of us people continue to have their passions.  Instead of hot cars its the latest in mobility scooters and carts.

Through the book the relationships evolved and Hendrik befriends a new resident Eefje.  He bemoans the fact, he didn't meet her many years earlier, as they enjoy one anothers company immensely.  His partner in crime Evert, continues to rile anyone he can, but pays for his transgressions in his diet, due to his Diabetes.  Grietje another friend reveals her Alzheimer's and the group vows to help her deal with it.  She takes it with a grace Hendrik admires her for.
This merry band of seniors creates a group that plans monthly outings, that brighten their days.  Simple stuff but fun shared is fun magnified.  Hendrik observes, that having to look forward to something makes all the difference.  Isnt that the truth, whatever age you are.
1837343
If there was any doubt that 50 is the new 40, this book lays it to rest (not only that but since 40 is the new, um, 35, it gets better and better). Luckily, MORE's editors have not relied only on celebrities for this celebration (although there are plenty of those here)--they've also chosen a wonderful mix of women--famous and obscure; white and of color; a bit tawdry--Sydney Biddle Barrows, all the way up to wholly self-sacrificing--a minister who devotes much of her time to caring for her Alzheimer-stricken mother. There are even overweight women in these pages--and they have wonderful lives!
A book like this confirms the myriad possibilities open to 50-and- over women of any color, shape or background right now right here--but it's not only inspiring, it's also a good read. You get the inside scoop on movie stars, corporate executives,  athletes, TV anchors, students, explorers--all women over 50. And each story is written in the fresh, bright, savvy, lively style that MORE is known for. What More could you ask?
2643338
A wonderful look at Senior feelings and emotions.  This author gives a point of view that a Senior could be open to the possibilities of a chance to finally be loved and to love in return.  The younger generation of readers will be surprised to learn that old people (Seniors) could/and do have a sex life or care for someone deeply enough to risk everything for at a chance at a real life filled with love. Many people are not given the chance at a (do over), but this author opens up the possibility of a (what if) things could be different. The mystery will be there for you to read.
3445719
It's a good book handled well by the author. However, I believe it written for a different age group other than me. If I were a young person, I would find this a good read. As a senior citizen, the writing and plot are good but I'm not a ghost story type
3685370
Great song I had forgot about but happened to stumble upon it. It is a song for every age but maybe means a little more to people 40 and above. Reflections of your life!
4124139
Turning fifty was one of the hardest milestone ages I have yet experienced. Catherine Dougherty takes this landmark birthday and treats it with compassion, humor, and understanding. This book stars Jean, who is turning fifty and going through a divorce. She is estranged from her mother and grown sons, is sometimes snappish and sharp, and has no real friends. Then she meets Rosie. The tale unfolds into more than a turning-fifty story. It is just as relevant for anyone going through a personal emotional crisis, and themes of faith, friendship, and love resonate throughout. Even the ending (which I will NOT give away!) sings with hope for the future.
2408900
This book is a great read. Someone wrote that the women could be teens. I think that can be said about any age group. Growing old does not always mean growing up. Love the fact the author challenges the stereotypes of the elderly.  Also, although not an editor, I was able to read this book just fine. Unsure why some had trouble with the writing?
Very enjoyable! Thank you John O'Riley!
4394107
It's often said that young people don't believe they will die. Strictly speaking, this is untrue. Of course they know it intellectually, but there is something to the argument that (barring some personal event that drives the point home), by and large, they don't feel it in their bones. Mortality doesn't impinge on their moment to moment world view. I know it didn't impinge on mine. When young musicians write or sing about death, they are likely do so playfully (Jim Morrison) or indulgently (Jagger/Richards "Paint it Black").

A change often happens in middle age. Their references turn retrospective and thoughtful, not playful. Frank Sinatra released the album "September of My Years" in 1965, the year he turned 50. At age 49, Peggy Lee had her last big hit with "Is That All There Is?" At age 56, Bob Dylan released "Time Out of Mind," which included the melancholic refrain, "It's not dark yet, but it's getting there" on the "Not Dark Yet" track.

This shift in perspective is very evident in the 55 y.o. Joan Jett's "Unvarnished." Joan always has favored simple, no-frills, back-to-basics rock-and-roll. For those of us who like that sound, her albums are reliably good. "Unvarnished" is very very good. There isn't a bad or dreary track on it, a rare feat for any artist. Yet, running through her lyrics are a reflective tone and an awareness of time, most manifestly in "Hard to Grow Up." "I think about my own mortality" is actually a lyric in the track "Fragile." The album ends with the whisper, "Life and death/the change to rearrange/life and death."

I'm probably making the album sound like a downer, but it isn't at all. It rocks. Joan's current perspective simply adds a layer of richness, just as it did for Frank, Peggy, and Bob before her. If you've ever liked Joan Jett, you'll almost surely like this album, too. Recommended.
4623517
To start with a disclaimer: I'm 53, so I'm not in the demographic this book is about; but I've got four kids in the target group, all of whom I plan to urge to read this, and I genuinely think it will speak to them.

Well written in a way that makes it a joy to read, it's both empathetic and tough-minded. Sometimes these "self-help-y" (ick) books feel like the author is struggling to stretch a pamphlet-length concept into a book-length product. No such problem here. It's a relatively quick read, and there's no sense of repetitiveness; just an engaging dip into many different aspects of life (social, economic, romantic, biological), and why this decade of a young adult's life is not one to be frittered away.

If you are (or know) a 20-something who may feel a little bit "lost," I highly recommend it. And many of the topics provide helpful insights for us older folks, too.
652682
I figured this was for teen agers but as a 60-something woman I tried it anyway.  It was wonderful -- a great read that was hard to put down.  It surely brought back memories of my teen age years but was a delight for someone far beyond those years.
4395375
I'm quite young: a mere 27. Barbra's vocals are brilliant.  This is a marvelous album. I hope it is number one and I hope everyone hears something they like on it. To expect more - or less - is childish.
2973743
Numbers exert substantial influence in cultures throughout the world. I have seen other books that describe the imprint of numerals in spirituality, music, the visual arts, science and -- well -- innumerable other disciplines. A book that concentrates on one specific number is rare, however. The book "7" by David Eastis comprehensively documents the confluence of the number 7 in apparent as well as underlying and obscure aspects of our lives. David makes a convincing case, variously using wit, humor and reverence, that the prevalence of seven and its multiples is more than serendipitous. The week has seven days, rather than six or eight or 10. Earth is composed of seven continents and seven ocean bodies. The pH balance of pure water is 7; the musical scale consists of seven notes; a rainbow contains seven colors; the Earth's atmosphere consists of seven discrete layers; our solar system contains seven other visible planets and luminaries. This book uncovers hundreds of examples -- some whimsical, some mystifying -- of the ways in which the number seven is intertwined with human existence. "7" is an enjoyable diversion.
1019470
Many times  throughout my life I thought I would never be 65 years old.  Sometimes I thought I would stay younger than that forever.  Other times I thought I'd die before I arrived at this ripe old age.  Before I knew what happened, I arrived.

Start a business?  At 25, I lacked the nerve or the knowledge.  At 65, it's the thing to do.  As  beginners in the world of business, we realize that 65 is the new 25.

RETIRE - AND START YOUR OWN BUSINESS offers necessary guidance.  After a thorough inventory of skills and assets, there is a discussion about the different kinds of businesses.  Chapter 7 is full of suggestions of types of business to start.  One wise idea is to sell products.  Many of us seniors can make our own products, such as purses, baskets, or books.  We can discover some new talents, such as writing or painting.  The writers point out the fact that many of us have experiences that we can rely upon.

I especially like the reality checks.  The frank talk about the number of customers needed, the monthly overhead, costs, prices, the number of customers that can be served,and finances are valuable.  Even though we seniors are wiser than we ever been before, somehow we are more vulnerable. This book will help us keep our efforts real.

Then at the end there is a lengthy section about insurance.  We need to study more about that subject.

Start a business?  Yes!  This book  with its forms on the cd-rom will help.
1552644
Chris Bohjalian's Nan is "elderly" at 70, dead a short time later and probably would have died a decade earlier had she not lived a vigorous life.  I find this age judgment a tad jarring and wondered about  Bohjalian's arbitrary arrival at a leading character's destiny.
3023555
We have a society that does not value older adults. This society tends to throw adults passed a certain age on the trash heap and worse yet, some older adults throw themselves on the trash heap! If you or someone you love is an older adult wanting to feel like they still have something to contribute, then READ (I mean really read) this book, because it will provide great food for thought on how that can be done!