Author name: Helen Tarver

Helen is a writer and advocate for living fully at every stage of life, especially after 50. With a background in wellness and personal development, she shares insights that inspire readers to embrace new opportunities, prioritize self-care, and build meaningful connections. As a contributor to Wise Old Owl, Helen offers practical advice on health, happiness, and making the most of every day. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her tending to her garden, exploring new destinations, or curled up with a great book. She firmly believes it’s never too late to grow, explore, and thrive.

12 Once-Popular Department Stores That Are Now Just a Memory

1. Montgomery Ward Montgomery Ward was founded in 1872 and quickly became a pioneer in mail-order catalogs, offering a wide variety of goods to people living in rural areas. It expanded into brick-and-mortar stores, becoming a household name throughout the

13 Famous TV Cliffhangers That Left Viewers Outraged

1. Dallas – Who Shot J.R.? When Dallas ended its third season with J.R. Ewing getting shot, fans went wild trying to guess who pulled the trigger. The episode, fittingly titled “A House Divided,” aired in March of ’80, but

Black Chess Masters Who Dominated the Game

1. Maurice Ashley Maurice Ashley made history in 1999 when he became the first Black chess grandmaster, but his impact goes far beyond that title. Born in Jamaica and raised in Brooklyn, he fell in love with chess as a

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