More than the forgetfulness and foibles we joke about, our "Senior Moments" also celebrate life-long memories, perspective, and wisdom, some delivered tongue-in-cheek, others for serious contemplation.  The lead contributor since SeniorLifestyle began in 2006 has been Dan Seagren, whose thoughts had already appeared on his own website and in several newspapers. 

The updated SeniorLIfestyle site includes all of the Senior Moments we have used since April 2006. 


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Aging, General

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Finding Integrity Over Despair in a New Stage of Life by Richard Bergstrom

May is Older Americans Month by Leona Bergstrom

Agers Anonymous by James N. Watkins

Enjoy the Ride! by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Planning Ahead by Dan Seagren

My Obituary by Dan Seagren

What About the Future? by Dan Seagren


Arts & Entertainment

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Lessons from 'The Boys in the Boat' by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Bob Barker, Come On Down! by Greg Asimakoupoulos

He Did Know Jack! by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Big George Foreman Movie by Rusty Wright

Johnny Cash Movie by Rusty Wright

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Citizenship

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We Cry for Justice by Greg Asimakoupoulos

'Twas the Night Before Voting by James N. Watkins

Amer-I-Can by Greg Asimakoupoulos


Communication

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Cultivating Civility by Rusty Writing and Mark I. Pinsky

The Three Amigos by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Truth Decay by David Gushee / Baptist News Global


Disaster

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Hope for Friends Impacted by Hurricane Idalia by James N. Watkins

Haunted by the Headlines by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Hope Refuses to be Buried by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Faith Quakes by Greg Asimakoupoulos


Faith, Religion & Spirituality

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An Easter Godwink in Switzerland —An Easter Godwink by Greg Asimakoupoulos

WWJE: Who Would Jesus Elect? by James N. Watkins

A Prayer for My Fire Department by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Giants in the Land by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Saints Alive! by Greg Asimakoupoulos

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General

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It's a Wonderful (Amazing) Life! by Greg Asimakoupoulos

In the Bleak Midwinter (revisited) by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Through the Years by James N. Watkins

Welcome to When's Day by Greg Asimakoupoulos

A Toast to the Promised Land by Greg Asimakoupoulos

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Government & Politics

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Reflections on the State of Our Union by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Sitting in the Sixth Pew, Brooding on Things by Garrison Keillor

Life versus Love by Greg Asimakoupoulos

You Want Me to Pray for Whom? by James N. Watkins

Watkins for President 2020 by James N. Watkins

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Health & Wellness

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Hope and Mental Heatlh (2023) by James N. Watkins

Praise the Lord and Pass the Prozac by Faith A. Watkins and David N. Watkins

Overcoming Depression by James N. Watkins

A Vaccine Prayer by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Managing Your Coronavirus Fears by Rusty Wright

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History

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The Enduring Words of a President by Leona Bergstrom

The Jesus Revolution Then and Now by Richard Bergstrom

How Sweet the Sound by Greg Asimakoupoulos

An Ongoing Gaze by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Days of Infamy by Greg Asimakoupoulos

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Hobbies

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First, Check His Track Record by Bill Nichols


Holidays

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Forget the Bunny, It's About Resurrection by Garrison Keillor

Lent and Easter 2024 by James N. Watkins

Hail to the Chiefs by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Eternal Love: A Valentine's Story by Greg Asimakoupoulos

The Innkeeper Has a Name by Greg Asimakoupoulos

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Inspiration

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The Bank of Thanks by Greg Asimakoupoulos

A Prayer for Peace by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Look Who's in the Hall of Fame by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Queen for a Day by Greg Asimakoupoulos

A Jack of All Trades by Greg Asimakoupoulos

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Life Events

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Life is Precious by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Surprised by Oxford Movie by Rusty Wright

Ports of Call on an Unforgettable Journey by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Stepping into My Story by Richard Bergstrom

Afternoon Tea with the Galloping Gourmet by Greg Asimakoupoulos

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Media

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Freud's Last Session Movie by Rusty Wright

The Eyes of Tammy Faye Movie by Rusty Wright


Nature

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America the Beautiful by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Unmasking Our Praise for God's Green Earth by Greg Asimakoupoulos

The Lord Remains Our Light by Greg Asimakoupoulos


News & Current Events

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Escaping from Gaza by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Whatever the Weather by Greg Asimakoupoulos

A Lesson from the Banyan Tree by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Charles' Coronation Day by Greg Asimakoupoulos

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Relationships

 39 records found

MGM Baxters series 2024 by Rusty Wright

Old Friends by Leona Bergstrom

Reflections on Fatherhood by Greg Asimakoupoulos

A Memorable Day by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Women Talking Movie by Rusty Wright

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Retirement

 2 records found

What DO Retirees Want? by Richard Bergstrom

Retirement Challenges by Dan Seagren


Sports & Recreation

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COVID-19 and Sports by Rusty Wright

Hoops Cancellation Withdrawal Disorder by Rusty Wright

The Gospel According to Baseball by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Loyola's Most Loyal Fan by Greg Asimakoupoulos

Redemption for Foul Ball Boy by Greg Asimakoupoulos

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Theater and Movies

 2 records found

Captive Movie by Rusty Wright

Return to the Hiding Place by Rusty Wright


Travel

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Sunday Morning, Back in the Fourth Pew by Garrison Keillor

Lessons from an Alaskan Glacier by Greg Asimakoupoulos


Trends

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Nor Easter Alert by Greg Asimakoupoulos


Volunteer

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Helping the Needy by Stu Johnson

In Prison by Dan Seagren