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| Dear Joanne | Your questions, her wisdom — Joanne’s here with thoughtful advice, warm humor, and a listening ear for whatever’s on your mind. | | Hello Readers! This week I am continuing my travels throughout Iceland and the Arctic Circle. | Please email me at [email protected] this week, or check back here next Wednesday for my next weekly column. I miss you all! | Joanne | |
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| | | On this day in 1909, the first automobile race was held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indiana. While the famous Indy 500 wouldn’t debut until 1911, this inaugural race drew over 12,000 spectators to the newly built track. Unfortunately, the rough, crushed-stone surface caused several accidents, prompting a full repaving with bricks—giving rise to its iconic nickname, "The Brickyard." |
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Copy | Ctrl + C | Command + C | Paste | Ctrl + V | Command + V | Cut | Ctrl + X | Command + X | Undo | Ctrl + Z | Command + Z | Select All | Ctrl + A | Command + A | Save | Ctrl + S | Command + S | Print | Ctrl + P | Command + P | Find Text | Ctrl + F | Command + F | Switch Apps | Alt + Tab | Command + Tab | Zoom In/Out (Browser) | Ctrl + +/- | Command + +/- |
| Tip: Use the "Find" shortcut (Ctrl/Command + F) to quickly locate a word in a long document or webpage—no more scrolling! | Shortcuts for Seniors to Try | If you’re just starting out, try mastering three shortcuts this week. Start with copy, paste, and undo—they're the most used and easiest to remember. Write them on a sticky note and keep it near your computer. Practice makes perfect! | Final Thoughts | Learning a few shortcuts isn’t about becoming a tech whiz—it’s about making technology work for you. With just a little effort, you can improve your computer experience, save time, and reduce strain. It’s one small step toward making digital life feel a bit more comfortable and a lot more enjoyable. |
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| From the RetireHub Archives: How Confident Do You Feel About Your Retirement Savings? |
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| | It’s encouraging to see that nearly half of you (48%) feel confident in your retirement savings—proof that planning ahead and sticking to a strategy can really pay off. About a quarter (25%) are saving steadily but still have some concerns, which is perfectly normal in today’s uncertain financial climate. Meanwhile, others are just getting started or navigating their way through the catch-up process. Whether you're ahead of the game or still figuring things out, you're not alone—and every step forward counts. Keep learning, adjusting, and asking questions. It’s never too late to build the future you want. | COMMENTS FROM THIS ISSUE LAST YEAR | “I'm doing fine NOW, but if Social Security is cut by 22% in a few years, all bets are off.” “My wife, after 4 back surgeries, was forced to retire about 8 years ago. I planned on waiting until 68 or 69, maybe 70, but the security company I worked for was bought out and I did not get along with my new supervisor, along with some minor health issues, so I decided to retire 2 1/2 years ago. I had almost all credit cards paid off, the rest paid down. The one regret is still having about 5 years left to pay off the mortgage.” “My pension covers monthly expenses. I never had an income large enough to put much aside . But for now we are debt free.”
| | Stop Saying Sorry—Start Standing Tall | This heartfelt piece encourages women—especially those over 60—to stop apologizing for simply taking up space or expressing themselves. Many find themselves saying “sorry” out of habit, politeness, or discomfort, even when they’ve done nothing wrong. The article invites readers to pause and consider: does that apology reflect genuine remorse, or is it a default response that diminishes your voice? By choosing to skip the unnecessary “sorry” and speak honestly, you affirm your worth and show up for yourself with greater confidence. | READ MORE | |
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| Slang Phrase of the Day | Phrase: Comfort creature | Meaning: A comfort creature is someone who deeply appreciates cozy routines, soothing surroundings, and familiar pleasures. Think soft blankets, a favorite mug of tea, calming music, or sticking to the same diner booth every Tuesday. It’s a playful term for folks who cherish comfort and seek out little rituals that make life feel safe, warm, and reliably pleasant. | In a sentence: “Ever since retiring, Margaret has embraced her inner comfort creature—she’s got her crossword, her chamomile tea, and her cat curled beside her by 4 p.m. sharp, no exceptions.” | |
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| Good News of the Day | Boston Aims to Tackle 100-year Flood Risks with $10 Billion in Infrastructure Projects | Expected to see 10 to 18 inches of sea level rise over the next 25 years, the city of Boston and the US Army Corps of Engineers have released a feasibility study for 20 separate infrastructure projects to protect the historic city’s coastline. The study estimates that if nothing is done, costs to the city’s […] | READ MORE | |
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