Publisher's Column

The mission of BOOM! is to serve the folks of the River Region age 50 plus with information and ideas to inspire new experiences, better quality of life and new beginnings. Publisher/Editor

Jim Watson, 334.324.3472

jim@riverregionboom.com

Contributing Writers

Kimberly Blaker Jeff Barganier Tracy Bhalla Greg Budell Stephie Culpepper John Hanc Nina Kynard Susan Moore Elijah Pugh Leigh Anne Richards Raley L. Wiggins

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Publisher’s Letter

What Retirees Want?

Are you retired? Thinking about it? As we age, retirement thoughts grab our attention more and more. There’s a whole lot of stuff that goes with those thoughts. Money. Safety/Security. Social Network. Family. Health. New Challenges. Netflix.? Whatever goes through your mind when you think about retirement is probably similar to many of the other 2 billion people over 60 in the world today.

A new book being published this month, What Retirees Want: A Holistic View of Jim Watson, Publisher Life’s Third Age explains how the people and organizations serving them will view jim@riverregionboom.com the aging process, retirement being redefined to encourage all of us to thrive in a new era. As the Baby Boomer generation paves the way for an entirely morphed retirement. This exciting third age poses many daunting questions the book addresses, including: How long will we live and what will "old" look like in the years ahead? What incredible new technologies of medicine, life extension, and human enhancement await us in the near future? What new products and services will boom as a result of this coming longevity revolution? Will the majority of elder Boomers outlive their pensions and retirement savings and how can this financial disaster be prevented? How will youth and age get along as the demographic equations shift?

I don’t know about you, but I want to be part of this transformation of aging, if nothing else, at least staying engaged with what it looks like and the many benefits that will hopefully come from it. In simple terms, as we think through our own sense of “retirement” I think it’s important to be a proactive ager and recognize the changes coming our way. Go with the flow and try not to be left behind.

We have another wonderful cover profile this month, Nina Kynard, owner of Kynard’s Korner Vintage Boutique. Nina understands the value of vintage clothing and has become an expert and collector over the past 15 years. Her clients come from Hollywood, New York, New Orleans and of course the River Region. Nina married a collector too! A smart matchmaking prerequisite and they’ve been married and collecting together for 39 years! Go by and browse some of the classics of fashion and see what you can add to your wardrobe, they have accessories and men’s fashions as well.

Of course, we have plenty more good reads. Greg Budell, is determined to start this year over and get back to the normal we all miss, check it out and see if you agree. Susan Moore, our newest columnist, and financial expert digs into the Cares Act Expansion and what you need to know. Leigh Anne Richards and Elder Law expert Raley Wiggins discuss the physical fitness and your mental fitness as you age, we probably need that! We also offer tips on how to write your memoir and boost your brain and memory. Finally, our good friend and travel writer Jeff Barganier, takes us to Gorham’s Bluff for another cool place to plan a visit.

We have a new advertiser starting with us this month and I know all of you will find the shopping experience with Health Wise Foods on Atlanta Hwy a real benefit to your health and well-being. If you’ve been thinking about changing some of your lifestyle habits including food and supplements, owners Steve and Willard can help you find a better, healthier way. We also offer a coupon to get you started on page 33. Tell them BOOM! suggested Health Wise Foods.

If you haven’t started receiving the digital version this is a great month to begin. Please subscribe yourself or others at www.riverregionboom.com , IT’s FREE! Please consider all of our advertisers when you have needs, they’re all on the right side of positive aging and would love to do business with each of you. Please share your thoughts on this issue or any other ideas regarding BOOM! I love to listen. Go With the Flow!

Jim

334.324.3472 cell/text jim@riverregionboom.com