Hi to you all! This is so gratifyig to be able to communicate with people who care about improving lives - our own and others.

Yes, my book and column (which took quite a bit of convincing to get, but I eventually got the chance to prove to my employer that it would be amazingly popular) were from my personal experience. Life has taken me through many journeys. We, as boomers, have all traveled many a day. I started over, at age 56, after a divorce. I'd been out of the job market for more than 20 years. Some would say I wasn't working, but caring for my kids and seven elders - all in different stages - was the hardest work I've ever done.

Fortunately, even at my rather advanced years, I was given a chance to use my dusty, rusty library skills. After I had proven that an old babe could be a good employee, I was given the chance to write a column. The rest, as they say, is history. I've been honored by phone calls from doctors and other medical people, telling me how much the column has done for the community. Meanwhile, I've learned so much from my readers around the country and the experts I contact to help give answers.

Thank you for the warm welcome. I'm looking forward to a great relationship here. And, yes, I'm checking out all of the books and links I can, that have to do with my major concern. I'll also be checking in on others, as I have many interests. Best, Carol