Finding more time to spend with the younger generation is one way retired Healthcare Executive Randy Peterson is dealing with his golden years. 

We'll also hear from Randy about how to be better advocates for ourselves in medical settings during this time of our life.

"I am not always productive, but I am rarely bored." Frank Arthur shares how he keeps himself busy after a very active career as an entomology researcher, which took him around the world.

Retired business manager, Vietnam veteran, and former Manhattan Mayor Bob Strawn is enjoying his retirement years--learn about his experience coming home from Vietnam and other ups and downs of his life through the years.

Keep fighting and enjoy each day are just some of the words of wisdom from Michelle Haub and Katie Sigman, who run the Parkinson's Program at Meadowlark. Their passion for their work and clients is inspiring in this discussion about a unique portion of the Aging Gratefully population.  

From a busy 4 decades in city government to travelling the world and enjoying time with his wife on a full-time basis, Ron Fehr has made a smooth transition to the retirement lifestyle. While still in the “honeymoon” phase of retirement, the former City Manager shares suggestions on living each day, with a healthy diet, exercise including walks with the family dog, good sleep habits, and hobbies such as trip planning.

Ron reflects on both accomplishments and difficult times in his life but offers coping suggestions such as his faith in God and good family support.

This retired early childhood educator has a unique perspective on Aging Gratefully, while dealing with her older father who is in a different stage of his life. Renee Fehr tells us of having to be an advocate for her father as he struggles to learn healthier eating and exercise habits, while dealing with dementia and Parkinson’s disease issues.

Renee openly shares the emotional ups and downs of dealing with her father while going through her own retirement journey. Her religious faith, healthy lifestyle, and travel time with family keep her going. Her advice about keeping close with our older relatives and friends and learning more about their early years is heartfelt, reminding us all time might be more limited than we like to admit.

"Just do it" are words of advice coming from Barb DeSanto, who finds herself again teaching at Kansas State University in her 70's, while also working with the Flint Hills Agency on Aging and other local volunteer groups. She tells us how a good circle of friends and her faith have gotten her through her many years of caregiving for her late husband and other transitions in her life.

Imagine being newlyweds in your late '80's and early '90's. Ed and Linda Weis Olson unexpectedly found love a second time late in life and share their love story as they both continue to age gratefully. Linda continues to work as an active real estate broker-owner and both have a good circle of friends and family.

This special retiree began a radio career at the age of 16 and continues to share his skill set as a narrator on the Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad. Steve Smethers retired from many years of broadcasting and educating, with his last position as Director of the A.Q. Miller Schol of Media and Communication at Kansas State University.

Steve shares with us how his continuing involvement with friends, former students and other community interests keep him going—even his cats through the years have played a role in his positive attitude. 

Join us for a fun discussion about his full life even after “retirement.”

Deb Skidmore has had numerous professional roles throughout her career as a journalist.  She tells Cathy about the dynamics of retiring from Fort Riley and Kansas State University. Deb reveals how her new life has given her opportunities to grow in faith.