
Bernadette Donovan
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Bernadette taught high‑school English and served as a guidance counselor for more than three decades before shifting her focus to writing for DMNews. Drawing on classroom experience and a background in student mentoring, she now tackles topics like personal growth, wellness, and the realities of retirement. Off‑screen, Bernadette volunteers with a local literacy initiative, swaps reading lists at her neighborhood book club, and keeps pace with her three grandchildren—and one loyal rescue dog—on weekend walks.
People who look and feel younger than their age often live by these 8 daily rules
I’ve always been fascinated by those folks in their sixties, seventies, and beyond who seem to have found…
If you really want to stay looking young into your 70s and beyond, say hello to these 7 simple daily habits
Now that I’m a few years into retirement, I’ve noticed something interesting: the people who seem to age…
7 surprising traits of grandparents who use emojis in their texts, according to psychology
There’s a fascinating distinction between grandparents who pepper their texts with emojis and those who stick to plain…
7 old-school values boomers learned that today’s world could benefit from
Let’s face it: in a society that’s constantly pushing for faster, newer, and bigger, it’s easy to forget…
7 dog breeds perfect for retirees who want a low-maintenance companion
One of the biggest transitions I’ve experienced since retiring and watching my children (and most recently my grandchildren)…
Retirement was supposed to be my reward. Instead, I can’t afford the life I planned for.
For nearly forty years, I poured my heart into teaching English and guiding students as a school counselor.…
7 grocery store behaviors that reveal you’re from the boomer generation
I’ve always believed that grocery shopping is more than a quick errand—it’s a snapshot of who we are…
6 iconic events from the 60s that boomers witnessed firsthand
I often think of my childhood in the 1960s as a whirlwind of hope, turbulence, and transformation—all happening…
If you’re over 70 and still find joy in these 9 things, you’re happier than 90% of people your age
There’s a noticeable difference between simply existing in old age and truly living it with joy. The distinction…
8 quiet habits that leave boomers feeling unfulfilled in retirement
Retirement can be a funny thing, can’t it? One day, you’re juggling careers, family obligations, and social commitments—running…