Dear Lexis, I am really struggling now with the weight of life and want to know how to find hope in it. With the constant struggle to make rent, so much time and energy spent away from those I … more

Bored? Not feeling the holiday spirit this year? If so, you are not alone. Christmas is just a few days away and we are not supposed to gather with family and friends this year. Too many of us are … more

Dear Alexis, My life is going pretty well, but something that has been bugging me is the lack of help I get from my husband around the house. Do you have any suggestions as to what I might do to … more

I love all things intergenerational – hobbies, projects, friends and, of course, family. One the of main reasons I feel this way is because of what I can learn from these multigenerational … more

Dear Lexis, During this time of Covid, I wondered if you had some de-stressing techniques that you could share to help people find some calm. Thanks, Julie Hey Julie, I’m glad … more

Do you know or have a frail elderly family member in need of help in their home? Finding help can be a daunting task even with someone you trust to help you navigate the internet. Scam artists abound … more

Hey Lexis, What kinds of problems do you like to help people with? And why did you choose to start an advice column in the first place? Signed:  The Editor Hey JOLT Readers, Several … more

We asked for suggestions on what you would like to see in this column and Joyce Ogden wrote: “I'm a long-time senior, retired over 24 years. Today I got a flyer (among others) in the morning … more

What comes next? Do you join Senior Services for the South Sound, the “senior center”? Become a proud member of AARP? Renovate your kids rooms into man caves and sewing parlors?  … more