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Millennials and boomers happily coexist in Twin Cities 'barbell buildings'
Amenity-loaded apartments appeal to young professionals too busy to take on the chores of homeownership and empty-nesters weary of them.
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Instead of downsizing, Twin Cities baby boomers remodel homes for long haul
Downsizing is still happening, but later, studies suggest.
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My Good Life: The transforming spark of late-in-life love
A daughter grows to appreciate her mother's unexpected romance.
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The blindside wipeout of grief
A sudden temporary upsurge of grief (STUG) can be intense and unexpected.
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How to explain a gap on your family caregiver résumé
Caregivers grapple with leaving the workplace — and then coming back.
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A clever way to divvy up items after a parent's death
How one family sought to make everyone happy with the estate process.
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Tempted to lie about how old you are? Why you should 'claim your age'
Is hiding our age worth the trouble? Aging experts explain why we should be proud of our number.
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How to be the mother-in-law you always wanted
Balance having a close relationship and keeping opinions to yourself.
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How to follow your second-act dreams when the world says don't
The calculated risks they took launching a publishing house and a bed-and-breakfast.
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![Elton John performed at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn., on Thursday, February 21, 2019. ] RENEE JONES SCHNEIDER • renee.jones@startrib](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/2KOGNFOMM6PR3NZ3ZL7TBQQ7ZU.jpg?h=91&w=145&fit=crop&bg=999&crop=faces)
My Good Life: The music of an unforgettable trip
An Elton John concert and a special reunion lift up a grieving widow.
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Retired teachers gather every year to celebrate not going back to school
These retired teachers enjoy summer break all year long.
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Looking to stay in your home as you age? Here is a list of things to do now
A clear-eyed assessment today can save you (and your family) anxiety and heartache down the line.
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How Amy Klobuchar's health plan could help family caregivers
She favors a caregivers' tax credit and more funding for Alzheimer's research.
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'Fantastical' idea to bike across U.S. gets real as a way to honor his brother
The story behind one man's 4,764-mile cross-country cycling adventure.
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The 6 biggest retirement mistakes, and 1 defense
For those who approach planning with a 'come what may' approach, these missteps could prove very costly.
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Former 'Prairie Home' performer starts a new chapter with podcast about battling back
Sue Scott chuckles about it now, but her self-esteem took a serious hit when she was told she was let go from the radio show.
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![Pam Powell is the founder and owner of the Salad Girl line of salad dressings. ] CARLOS GONZALEZ • cgonzalez@startribune.com – Minneapol](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/JLWMX7ABPX7RFSW6K3KHXCKTUM.jpg?h=91&w=145&fit=crop&bg=999&crop=faces)
Salad Girl creator Pam Powell celebrates the salad in her successful encore career
Savoring the bounty of summertime with Pam Powell, Minnesota's own Salad Girl.
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How to turn your passions into retirement income
Four ways to profit from the activities and interests you love.
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Writing down a life: How to create a loved one's memoir
Thinking about collecting the life story of someone close to you? Great-grandchildren not yet born will appreciate it.
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