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     Letter from the publisher:

     Welcome to the fall edition of SeniorLivingGuide.com. Our printed
     as well as online edition seniorlivingguide.com, is designed to help
     you make the best real estate decision as we all age gracefully into
     the future.  Whether you are considering living here in the Greater
     Hampton Roads area or considering options in another part of the
     country, our local market printed guides along with our online ver-
     sion can help you make relevant decisions for yourself and other friends
     and family members.
     This issue features a story on living well, overall health and staying fit. Of course, for the
     majority of us, getting up on a stage, singing and playing an instrument is not even on the
     bucket list. Let’s be honest – celebrity style living is not part of our real life. So what is the real
     takeaway? Here are some thoughts:
      •  Stay in the best shape possible! Yes, that means exercise. Run, walk, ride the bike,
        go to that gym (especially if you paid for it), join Silver Sneakers, engage and have fun.
        30 minutes of cardio activity, 3 days a week will do wonders for you mentally and
        physically. And do this with friends if at all possible. It won’t feel like exercise.
      •  Watch the numbers. Keep an eye on the blood pressure, especially if your immediate
        family has had issues. Make your doctor aware of all this. High blood pressure is truly
        a silent killer and is a big contributor to many health issues. Just take care of it!
      •  Weight gain. Yes, we have heard this over and over again.  But as we age, it is harder
        and harder to lose weight. Make it a priority to eat better, skip the French fries, and try
        kale. Okay, most of us are not that fond of that pointy leafy veggie, but find some lettuce
        leaves you like.
      •  Interests and passions. Go attend that concert (they may not tour again), take that class
        on finance, or just read that book for book club. It’s just not about the wine (or is it?)
         Having interests and passions engages your mind and spirit. So sitting home on the
        couch and watching America’s Got Talent is not on the list. But talking about the show
        with your friends at the gym is!
     So live and live well. And let SeniorLivingGuide.com find you the best place to do exactly that.
     All the best,

     Us
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