Meet Senior Singles - 59 Senior Money Saving Tips

59 Senior Money Saving Tips
Senior Discount Guide

Senior Money Saving Tips

 Meeting senior singles can be challenging when as a senior you maybe on a strict monthly income. Seniors maybe on a fixed income, working full or part-time. This is the worst economy since The Great Depression. The county's economy is weak and uncertain. There is  high unemployment, high home foreclosure rates and recent employed worker had a long period of unemployment. Seniors played by the rules never considered in their mature age that the world economy would be unstable.  The fact being, seniors income maybe less than it was a decade ago. There are corners that can be cut to free up extra money to do what you want to do.  Senior money savings tips: health, car and fuel, finance, shopping, foods, utilities, pets and travel. Do not let the economy stop you from dating online. Meet Senior single review inexpensive date idea.  Casual fun date idea create you own atmosphere. It is amazing what little things can be done to save money.


Review 59 Senior Money Saving Tips:

Health:

1. Prescriptions -  Purchase pharmaceuticals at low-price warehouse clubs (Costco or Sam's Club). There are no restriction on prescription. Check local warehouse club near you.

2. Health Care - Federally funded health care center provide dental and medical care on a sliding-fee base on the ability to pay. For individuals with not health care insurance. Visit: findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov

3. Free Eye Care - 65 or older may qualify to have volunteer ophthalmologist perform eye exam and perform up to 12 month care. Free service visit: EyeCareAmerica.org

4. Medicare Free Preventative Care - Some participating Medicare providers under health care laws provides for free preventive tests. These preventative test: wellness visits, mammograms, colorectal cancer screening, bone density scanning, Pap smears and other test. Check with your Medicare-participating doctor.

5. Prescription Drugs - Consult with medical expert and compare ordinary bands and generic bands. Compare brand pricing. Shop retail prescription companies for best discount plans and pricing.



Car:

5. Trade-in - Depending on car make, model and condition some cars are lasting up to 250,000 miles. The general rule of thumb was 60,000 - 100,000 miles for trade-in. May want to keep that older car that is running well and paid-off.

6.  Fuel Saver - When traveling around town go to farthest distance first. Lately, the closest stops next to your home. Farthest distance warms up car and give maximum fuel efficiency.

7. Grocery Rewards - Commercial grocery chain stores like Safeway, Kroger and Winn-Dixie has reward gasoline point programs. Let the rewards add up and save on gasoline.



Finance:

8. Free Tax Preparation - AARP Foundation Tax Aid Program offer free tax services during tax season. Certified tax volunteers help low to middle income filers. Special attention given to filers 60 years and older.

9. Pay Yourself - When you do home duties you may have paid someone else to do pay yourself. Things like house cleaning, mowing the lawn, window washing or painting a room. Put the "cost" in your piggy bank.


Shopping:

10. Coupons - Online coupons check Couponsherpa.com, WOWpons, Valpak, Coupons.com and other online websites. Pool of printable coupon discounts.

11. Dollar Stores - Everything in store is $1.00. Items from toiletries, household goods, greeting cards, gift bags, gift wrapping, foods, plants, cosmetics and clothes. Place for great bargains.

12. Price Comparison - Compare prices go online to Grabber.com, Nextag, Bizrate.com and Pricewatch.


Food:

13. Market Weekly Sales - Every week supermarket produces go on sale. Check different local markets in your area for sales. Stock up on nonperishable items. For meats and poultry stock up and freeze the meats.

14. Have a Shopping List - The lay-on of markets are designed for you to purchase more items. This includes display items. The more expensive item tend to be eye level.  Before going to grocery have shopping list and stick to the items on the list.

15. Store Membership - Retail stores offer discount store membership programs. Become a member of every store discount membership program you can. Each week stores have member discounts on certain items. The savings add up.

16. Fast Foods - Conventional Foods - Microwave: Cut back on purchasing fast foods, conventional foods and microwave food produce. Substitute these processed foods with healthy homemade snacks and meals. Consider a healthy vegetable and food garden in your backyard or potted  patio garden.

17. Local Foods - Produce grown locally tend to be less expensive. Shipping cost is less and there are fewer middlemen. Visit local farmer's market fresh produce generally at reasonable prices. Local farmer markets are at different locations once a week.

18. Dining Deals - Restaurant.com offers discount certificates at a variety of restaurants. Google Entertainment Book offers "buy one get one" dining discounts and more.

19.  Crock Pot - My oven was broken and I got a crock pot. I was hesitant. It is quick and easy. There are countless recipes available that are delicious. Great was to prepare smaller meals and save energy.

20.  For Small Items - Walk to the grocery save fuel and get exercise.

21.  No Kids - The kids are grow and living on their own. There is no need to over stockpile items like food, cleaning and hygiene products.



Home:

22.  Get Rid of Things in Closet - Go through closet and get rid of old stuff. We become hoarders and keep things we no longer need. Maybe stuff two sizes too small or large. Things you forgot about or no longer wear. Have a garage sale, take to consignment shop or donate get a tax deduction. Pocket a few pennies for stuff you do not need.

23.  Homeware - Bedding - Towels:  Go through room in house and decide what you need and what you do not need. Collect old homeware, bedding, towels and etc donate to needy organization and get tax deduction.

24.  Turn Off Lights, TV and Computer - Before you leave home turn-off the lights, TV, radio and computer. Of course at night, leave a light on for security but no need to have multiple lights on when leaving in the evening. Use less energy.

25. Social Security Number - Never have social security number on any online accounts. Protect yourself against computer hacker.

26.  Online Banking - Do not have your online banking account in Favorites or RoboForm. Protect yourself against computer hackers.

27. Negotiate with Cable or Satellite Channels -  Review cable premium packages. Subscription: HBO, Starz, Showtime and Cinemax. Consider canceling channels not watched before cancellation contact company to re-negotiate monthly rates.

28. Book Swapping - Online book swapping clubs exchange books with other members the only cost is postage.

29. Library - Library excellent source for mostly any book of interest. No need to purchase books.

30. Golf for Less - Sign up for "loyal customer" notification of local golf courses promotions. Inquire about mid morning or twilight discount rates. Off season deals available at some courses April to September. Visit, publiccourses.com and golfcard.com for low cost courses.

31. Check Parks and Recreation Centers - Check local parks and recreation centers for Senior discounts and free services. Check facilities: basketball courts, tennis courts, disc golf, swimming pools, hiking trails  and other recreations. There are a multitude of services that Seniors can enjoy at a discount or FREE.

32.  Rubber Bands - Wrap the tips of your hangers with rubber bands. Keep clothes from falling off hanger.

33.  Community Garden - Join community garden and grow your own crops. Have fun, get exercise, meet people and save money on store bought produce.

34.  Lemon Cleanser - Use lemon juice to dissolve soap scum and hard-water deposits. Can mix lemon juice with baking soda and make paste. Paste can clean brass and copper. Test paste first.

35. Long Distance - Landlines maybe charging extra for long distance calls. Most cellphone contracts included local and long distance calls in plans.  For long distance calls maybe cheaper to use cellphone.

36. Vinegar Kills Ants - Spray undiluted white vinegar around doorways, window sills and walkway. Less toxic and cost efficient way to kill ants.

37. Vinegar and Water - Save on window solution cost. Mix equal parts of undiluted white vinegar and water. Spray and clean windows.

38. Rose Pest - Try 1 tablespoon of liquid detergent mixed 31 ounces of water. Spray plant well before plant has pest or first signs of pest.  Make at a routine and spray once every 1 or 2 weeks. It works for me. Save on pest repellents for roses.

39.  911 Meds and Allergies - Local 911.com list information of personal medicines and allergies. Automatically sent to police and medics. This is a new service and not available in all municipalities.

40.  Senior Discount Coupons - Check online for grocery printable discount coupons.

41.  Email Alerts - Sign up for email alerts for discounts and specials from your favorite restaurants.

42.  Professional Memberships - If you are not longer a member of a professional  organization cancel membership and fees.

43.  Civil Organizations - If no longer a active member of civil organization cancel membership.

44.  Review Life Insurance Policy - Review life insurance policy to insure that policy fees met your needs.

45.  Review Car Insurance Policy - When you obtained policy you may have been fully employed and driving 30 miles round trip per day. Now you employment conditions may have changes. Daily driving distance may be reduced. Re- evaluate car insurance policy. See if  there are reasons for annual reduction.

46.  Do It Yourself - Leaky faucet go to Home Depot or Lowe's and get instruction for repair. The cause maybe a washer that your can replace yourself and save money.

47. Freshen Up - Freshen up a room do not hire a painter but paint it yourself. There are a wide range of colors. A little color and decor goes a long way.

Utilities:

48.  Cellphone - Review cellphone bill and get rid of services you do not use. Services maybe text messages or web access.

49. Disconnect Cellphone - Disconnect cellphone and other electronic devices after fully charged. Wasting energy leaving devices plugged in after charged.

50. Firewood - Buy scrap wood from local sawmills and used as firewood. Firewood a cord is approximately $150.00 save with scrap wood .


Pets:

51. Think Small Pets - the ASPA estimates annual cost for feeding large dog is $235.00 and for a small dog $55.00. Annual feeding cost for a cat is approximately $115.00


Travel:

52. Broadway Shows - Many theatres offer discount tickets at box office for same day performances or standing room only. For participating shows check online or call theatre.

53. Travel At Discount - AARP Travel Center at Expedia-AARP.com offers travel discounts for seniors.

54. Flying Discounts - According to Mashable.com the best deals on flights are January and February. Tuesday and Wednesday are the best days to book flights.

55. Bus Travel - Intercity travelling by bus has become very popular. Should be no surprise with gas prices. Bus travel is less expensive than plane or train travel. Buses drop-offs are in the center of town. Many buses have Wi-Fi and power outlets.Save gas and relax.

56. Train Travel - Amtrak has 15% discount for most fares for riders 62 years old or older. VIA Canada offer 10% discounts for riders 60 years old or older.

Movies:

57. Movies - Major chain theatres offer Senior Discounts.

58. Netflix - I know there as an uproar when Netflix increased their rates. I have the service for both CDs and Instant Stream. I love it am able to see recently released movies, movies of every genre, BBC and documentaries. The documentaries are a great source on education and entertaining. You can be the judge get service for quiet evenings at home. If you can wait until movie released on CD service cuts down on movie cost.

Reoccurring Charges:

59. Annual Reoccurring Charges - Check bank account for reoccurring annual fees from company services you no longer have. This happen to me I noticed that an online anti-virus company debited my checking account for reoccurring annual service.  I have not used that service for more than 2 years. I do not know how they are able to debit accounts but called bank had charges reversed.

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Senior People Meet – Ancient Marriages

Ancient Marriages:

Ancient Greece Marriages - Ancient Egyptian Marriages -
Ancient Roman Marriages - Ancient China Marriages -
Ancient Mesopotamian Marriages - Medieval Marriages - Eternal Embrace

Ancient Marriages

 In ancient times senior people met with no intention of meeting a new mate or marriage. Marriage was for the young. Marriage is a kinship between spouses. Different cultures have varied definition of marriage. Generally, is a legalized social union institution recognizing interpersonal relationships. Spouses living together in daily life and right to procreate. Marriage recognition in sovereign states and countries in formalized wedding ceremony. There are a variety of reasons that couples married. Love is not the only determining factor. Reasons can include one or more reasons: love, libido, legal, spiritual, economic and religious. Family normalization can be factors like arranged marriages and legal protection of children. Ancient marriages were not always formalized by religion ceremony, legal documentation or consenting spouses. In Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome and Ancient China couples needed both parents consent  to marry. In China brides and grooms first met at their wedding ceremony. Strict rituals had to be adhered to by the couple, parents, matchmakers and fortune-tellers.  In Ancient Egypt there is not clear documentation about marriage. It is believed the young woman simple moved in with a single man and they were considered married.  In the ancient world martial ages varied between average of fifteen  to thirty years old. Money always has it advantage. In some ancient cultures senior wealthy widower would marry young wives. On the whole marriage was geared for young men and women. Of course, in ancient days the life spans were shorter than in the modern world. Citizens longevity was influenced by disease, hygiene, food supply and hereditary.

Modern seniors are living long active healthy lives. Seniors unlike ancient predecessors are seeking their own compatible mates. Meet senior singles online for a multitude of reasons: companionship, causal relationships, serious relationships, like interest, shared histories and more. The senior population is a large productive demographics. All age demographic are dating online and Senior Meet Compatible Mates Online. Take a look at marriage in the ancient world. 21st Century is a great time for Seniors Dating Online.



Ancient Greek Marriage

Ancient Greece Marriage

In ancient Greece marriage was arranged by intended bride’s and groom’s parents. Marriages were arranged. The bride’s dowry or financial arrangement was arranged by families. Marital ages for girls was between fourteen and eighteen. Grooms marital ages were early twenties and thirties. In ancient Greece the Spartan family represented self-denial and simplicity. Spartan children belonged to the state more than their parents. Spartan males were raised to be soldiers. A Spartan was loyal to the state. Boys were taken from their parents at age 7 and were trained to be solders. Married Spartan men continued to live in barrack until the age of thirty. Married Spartan men met with their wives occasionally for procreation.

Priests did not direct formalized wedding ceremonies. There were a set of formalized rituals couples had to follow before living together and husband and wife. Divorced were easily obtained in Ancient Greece. Any remaining cash from a woman’s dowry had to be refunded to the bride’s parents. Divorce was granted on various grounds; if wife could not produce children or adultery.



Ancient Egyptian Marriage

 Ancient Egypt Marriage

Until the Greece period it was royal tradition brother/sister or father/daughter marriages.
Egyptian mythology, gods marriage between brothers and sisters and fathers and daughters.
Theories may have been it was the king's prerogative and intermarriages strengthened the king's claim to rule. The belief was that the Pharaoh was a descendant of the gods. Cleopatra was married to her brother. The Pharaohs had multiple wives. The "Great Royal Wife" and he had several minor wives. Ramsus II Royal Wife was Royal Queen Nefertari. It is speculated the Ramsus II has multiple off springs from a combination of his wives. The male heir was often married to his sister or stepsister.  It was not uncommon for common people marriages to family members. Marriages seemed to be of people of the same social class but little regard  to race or nationality. Records show that Egyptians married to Nubian's or people of other countries. Polygamy was also practiced in the ruling classes.

Monogamy was a general marriage practice in the the common class. The average age for a bride was 13 years old. Commoner's marriages were not arranged. A young man would take gifts to the intended home. Parental approval is unsettled but dowries were involved strengthens assumption parental approval essential.  Marriage arrangements followed. In early Egypt the future husband made payment to the bride's father. This practice was reversed and the bride's father payed a dowry to husband for wife upkeep. A marriage agreement was made assigning portions of the husband's wealth to the wife and any children resulting from the marriage if a divorce should occur ending the marriage. Wives that brought assets into a marriage remained the wives property if a divorce should result. This included separate ownership of land, slaves and etc she possessed prior to the marriage.  Egyptian law fore bide the transfer of assets to another person without the wive and eldest son's consent. Divorce was easy to obtain in ancient Egyptian society. Conversely, punishment for a wife found guilty of adultery were brutal. The punishment could be stoning or burning. It is not clear if the same punishment applied to adulterous husbands.

There is little written evidence in Ancient Egypt of wedding ceremonies or certificates. It is unclear in Ancient Egypt if brides and grooms needed their parent's permission to marry. Women were considered married if she took her belongings from her parent's house to a single man's house. Single women and men over the age of consent living together in the same house were considered married. The average age for girls was 12 to 14 years of age. Average age for boys was 14 to 19 years of age. Written marriage certificates and divorce agreements do not exist. Men or women could if reason were irrelevant. Ancient Egyptian men regarded women and marriage highly. In Ancient Egypt love was an essential part of life. Royalty and commoner had different set of marriage customs.



Ancient Roman Marriage

 Ancient Rome Marriage

Matrimonium is the root word for "matrimony". Taking a woman in marriage to have children. Prominent families marriages first arranged later if your lucky fall in love. Off springs in a marriage were legitimate children. Married Roman citizens produced new citizens. Both woman and man had to consent to marry. Finally, consent came from the bride's and groom's  fathers. Families of wealth and political status married within their class. Wealth and status was retained within the families. Elite young men married in their mid-twenties after serving in the military. Brides were between 15 - 20 years old.  Dowry's were contributions made by the bride's family. Dowry were to cover expenses in the new household. Dowry's include land, slaves, jewelry, toiletry and clothing.  A females chastity was a prerequisite for marriage. If the wife died during the marriage the dowry was returned to her family.

Unlike the Ancient Egyptian parties could not marry more than one person at a time. The bride and groom could not be closely related.  In general, marriage were no allowed between relatives four times removed or between persons connected by marriage. Divorce was no considered.

Men had their family and professional positions that enabled them to advance in society. A women social advancement depended on marrying a successful man of position. The lives of a woman were dependent on the male they married.

Typical upper class wedding ceremonies were lavish generally paid for by the bride's family. Wedding dates chosen carefully, religious rules eliminated certain days. Before the wedding ceremony during the engagement ceremony the groom gave bride a iron ring. The engagement ring and wedding band were worn on the third finger of the left hand. Roman belief that a nerve from third finger ran directly to the heart. The night before the wedding bride gave her birth locket to her father. That same evening the bride gave her childhood toys away to her family. On the wedding day the bride was dressed by her mother. A belt was tied around her waist. This belt was "knot of Hercules". Hercules was the guardian of wedding life. This belt could only be untied by her husband. Usually the wedding ceremony was held at the bride's fathers house. To legalize the ceremony witnesses had to be present. During the wedding ceremony wedded couple would sacrifice an animal asking the gods for a blessing. At the couples new home the bride was carried over the threshold. Records vary some claim the husband and others claim the bride's attendants carried her  over the threshold.

Marriage required no marriage license, state officials, letter, messenger or proxy. In 18 BC Augustus passed a series of laws pertaining to marriage, parenting and adultery.




Ancient Chinese Marriage

Ancient China Marriages

A wealthy family would never consider their children marrying into a poor family. This view was not exclusive in Ancient China but is and was a world view. Financial successful men were known to have a wife and several concubines. Position of the concubines were generally inferior to the wife and her children.

Feudal society marriages was arranged by the parents. Wealthy and feudal bride and grooms both were arranged marriage that followed three letters and six etiquette's. Keep in mind, the bride and groom do not meet until the wedding ceremony.

Three letters were

• betrothal letter
• gift letter
• wedding letter

Six etiquette's to be completed before the final wedding ceremony:

Proposing;

 Boy’s parents intend to match invite a matchmaker to accompany them to propose to girl’s parents. The matchmaker was usually a woman. If the proposal successful the matchmaker would be rewarded with gifts by both families.

Birthday Matching:

Knowing the girl’s full name and birthday boy’s parents consult a fortune teller. Fortune teller considering name, birthday and the Chinese zodiac predicts whether son’s match will be a happy marriage.

Presenting Betrothal Gifts:

If marriage is predicted to be productive matchmaker takes gifts to girl’s parents and wedding can continue.

Days Before Wedding Ceremony and Wedding Ceremony:
The days before wedding ceremony bride dowry sent to groom’s parent home. Dowry represents brides social status and wealth. Dowry is displayed in broom’s home. At the wedding place both bride and groom are led along red carpet a festive atmosphere. Red symbolizes delight. After the ceremony the new couple retired to their bridal chamber. Guest were treated to a feast.

Ancient weddings were arranged when couples were mid teens and young adults. In ancient Greece, Rome and China marriages were arranged by prospective bride and groom parents. Love was not a major consideration. In China brides and grooms did not meet until their wedding day. Seniors were not considered. Seniors are living longer active healthy productive lives. Seniors are dating and marrying. There has been a surge in Senior Online Dating in recent years. Seniors find your next date Online!



Ancient Mesopotamian Marriages

Ancient Mesopotamian Marriages

Now part of Iraq (country Western Asia between Euphrates and Tigris Rivers). Girls were considered marriage age soon after puberty. Marriages were arranged between the bride's and groom's families. As in most ancient marriages a dowry was arranged between the bride's father and groom.  Families had marriage contracts. Upon marriage the groom gave his wife "dumaki", a sum of money toward the maintenance of the home.  If the wife did not borne children or died the "dumaki" was returned to the husband. The Mesopotamian woman was considered property of her husband. Fathers were masters of their children. The husband was the ruler of both wife and children. Husbands were allowed to keep a concubine. Concubines had lessen status to a wife.  If the husband died it was not uncommon for his widow to marry one of his brothers or closed male relative of the deceased husband. 

Medieval Marriages


Medieval Marriages

 Marriage in Medieval Times was truly a family affair. Marriage was a part of family financial and social planning. Families carefully planned marriages for economic and social enhancement. Marriages were arranged women did not have choices in choosing a partner. Many instances the bride met her future husband at the wedding ceremony. Brides and grooms were generally strangers and in a very few cases grooms were able to choose their brides. Arrangements were made by couple’s parents. Bride’s marriage age about 12 years of age and groom’s about 17 years of age.

After marriages were arranged wedding notices were posted on the church door. This was a notification to the public and to ensure that there were no grounds prohibiting the marriage. If valid reasons was given the church could prohibit the marriage. During the church ceremony the man stood on the right side of the bride. The bible states, Eve was from Adam’s left rib. There was a ring exchange and rings put on fourth finger of left hands. From Roman times, left ring finger believed to have direct connection to heart. Placement on fourth finger a symbol of love. After the wedding there was a large feast. The customs of the bride on the left side of the groom, wedding rings placed on the fourth fingers of left hand and wedding parties are medieval wedding traditions that are carried on today. Presently there are a few changes. Presently, western world marriages are not arranged and people marry for love.

Eternal Embrace

 Eternal Love

  In Mantua, Italy a young couple's skeletons were found. Archaeologist found skeletons of a young couple in loving embraces. Limbs intertwined continuing their life journey beyond death.  Skeletons were found in Mantua, Italy. The skeletons are approximately 4,000 to 5,000 years old during the New Stone Ages. This is the first discovery of lovers embracing.
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 Before Ancient Greece, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Roman or Ancient Chinese Marriages skeletons were found of a young couple in Eternal Embrace. These lovers would have been in the New Stone Age Era thousands of years ago there were no formal marriages. Truly, these lovers were lifelong mates with their souls married in life. Records show how marriage has evolved into a legal union between men and women. People marry for different reasons: love, affection, libido, companionship, children, financial security and etc. Man has advanced since the primal era but human nature remains unchanged. Couples are still looking for love, affection, companionship and commitment.


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Dating online has become so technology sophisticated that there is a specialized dating field Christian Senior Dating. Shared practiced Christian values are a strong foundation in any relationship. Share God’s Christian principles in your relationship. Someone with Christian values looking for someone with the similar Christian
based principles. Christian unattached singles tend to look for long term relationships. Being a Christian is not the only dating criteria to consider. There has to be a personality matches and things of interests. Opposite attract but birds of a feather tend to flock together. Backgrounds, things of interests, introverted and extroverted personalities, number of children, are children dependents or independent and etc. Compromise is a key component to any meaningful relationship. May not compromise on Christian values but all activities will not be enjoyed by both parties. The reality is that compromising and participating in activities you do not particularly enjoy for the happiness of someone else can maintain harmony in the relationship. All relationships have to deal with positives and negatives. True Christian beliefs and practices establishes that a solid foundation is built as versus to foundations built on sand.

There are two dating categories Christian and Senior dating. Dating mature adults 50 years old and older. Seniors known as “Baby Boomer” the special generation. Seniors are not looking for the same type of dates that they searched for 30 years ago. You are not looking for the team jock or a cheer leader. They are not looking to find a mate to start a young family. Widowed or divorce seniors tend to have mid teenagers or grown children. Been there done that. After a few decades of sacrificing for family members now is Your Time. Seniors are looking for mature relationships with sharing values, interests and morals. Senior want to enjoy their life with a compatible mate. Comfortable relaxed relationships where you can actively enjoy Blessed Christian Senior Dating Online.

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Mouche Sign of Attraction

 It is amazing what men and women have endured to attract the opposite sex. Today it can still be a grueling task. Regimented exercise, dieting, facials, cosmetics, perfume, botox, hair care and more. Men and women have always said look at me. In the stone ages perforated sea shells were discovered. It is assume used by women maybe men for adornment. In the Far East women have bounded their feet. Assumed the small feet more attractive to men. In the Baby Boomer's youth mini skirts were in fashion.  In the 17th and 18th century  Europe men and women has similar beauty customs. Both men and women  of England and France worn make-up (containing lead), elevated shoes and wigs. Moles in the dark ages were considered signs of evil. Moles in 17th century Europe were fashionable signs of attraction. Not everyone has moles no problems the artificial mole became the fashion trend. These moles were called, mouches (flies).  Made from: leather, silk, taffeta and velvet. Europe had specialized mouche designers. Elaborate in design from: crescent moons, butterflies, flowers, stars and a horses with carriage. Horses drawn carriages were fashionable. A few skin moles were considered beautiful and a sign of status. Royal houses and upper class society worn mouches along with wigs, make-up and high-heel shoes . The popularity of the mouche traveled from England and France to the royal court of Russia. In Russia the mouche was called, "mushka". Mouches could indicated a person's political party, marital status and personal sensuality. Mouches were signs of attraction. Mouches were pasted on the face, neck, shoulder or beasts. A person could wear one to ten mouches depending on the event and personal preference. We see actors wearing mouches in period movies. Examples: “Barry Lyndon” with Ryan O’Neal or “Dangerous Liaison” with Glenn Close and John Malkovich the characters have facial moles reflecting fashions of that period.

We do not wear mouches today. We have other beauty customs for attraction.Nothing is wrong with being and feeling attractive. In Western Europe 17th and 18th century royal and upper class wedding were arranged. This was to maintain prestige, power and wealth. Other classes of society required strong parental approval. As the mouche fashion has ended dating traditions are changing. Traditional methods of meeting mates are still standard. Integrated into traditional dating is 21st century dating online. With the advancement of technology compatible Dating Online Senior Members of all background, religions, interest, professions, standards and values are meeting. Dating Members have different motives options available for casual or serious relationships.

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Review Friend Finders Senior Online Dating Services. Meet Senior Singles Online. I realize there are over 1,400 online dating services. Some are free and others require paid subscriptions. These are pay subscription professional dating sites. There are monthly fees. All 5 services have high reputations, trust and business standards. Most have been in business near a decade or more. Most sites are dedicated to long term relationships but some offer casual dating. Traditional senior dating sites  persons 50 years of age or older. PerfectMatch founded in 2003 dedicated to serious dating. Developed Duet Compatibility System. Matches personality traits with compatible matching mates. National and international dating service.  In the mid 2000s surge in Baby Boomer population prompted PerfectMatch Senior dating division. Dedicated to Senior Dating and Senior Christian Senior dating  online. Advanced technology and customer support service. Spark Network one of Senior Online Dating largest sites/services. Founded in 1997 casual and serious dating. National and international dating service. Promotes a supportive friendly atmosphere. Customer Service can be reached via email or toll free phone number. Committed Senior (Silver Singles) and Senior Christian Online (Christian Mingle) dating divisions. Matchmaker.com one of the oldest online dating services. Starting a dating bulletin board in 1986. Has evolved into a national and international dating service. Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese and German. Average members age 35 years old and educated professionals. Again with the surge of the Baby Boomer's population and a high percentage of active dating seniors specialized Senior Online Dating division established. Matchmaker senior online dating Mature Single Click. eHarmony.com founded 2000 by Dr. Warren and Dr. Buckwalter. Eharmony's founders developed the 29 Dimensions of Compatibility. Personality indicators predict compatibilities traits suitable for long lasting relationships. Specializes in long term relationships. Services in USA, Canada, United Kingdom and Australia. Members of all ages, religions, ethnic backgrounds, regions and political views. 

Review each Senior Dating Service. Depend you own investigation and research regarding dating companies. Pick the senior dating service the fits your needs and requirements. Good Luck your venturing into a new dating world. Online dating unheard of 30 years ago but by all indications technology matching compatible mates is here to stay!

PerfectMatch.com




PerfectMatch adults searching serious and long lasting relationships. Co-founder, Dr. Pepper Schwartz founded Duet Compatibility System. PerfectMatch has 11,000,000 registered members. Duet Compatibility System drills down to the real compatibility of members. Founded in 2003 with premium approach enjoys higher conversion results for members. The multi-page personality survey used to determine compatible mates. Survey must be completed for access to Duet assessment. 3 day FREE trial. Can search based on different criteria: personality type, keyword and other individual selections. Can remain anonymous. Only first names with profiles and photos are optional. Email are sent via PerfectMatch.com. A member can be blocked helping to facilitate safety and privacy. An undesired match can be closed.

Advanced technology and customer support provided. Technology advantages video profile available both on site and cable on Demand services. Comforting customer services: Dating Advice, Dating Safety Tips and FAQs on online profiles. Emails sent directly to customer service representative. PerfectMatch has been seen on Regis and Kelly, Dr. Phil, Good Morning America and Dancing With the Stars.
 

PerfectMatch Dating Niches - Dating Categories:

Senior Online Dating - In response to a 60% increase in singles 50 years and older dating PerfectMatch online service dedicated to Senior Dating. 2006- to 2007 surge baby boomer singles by 140%. One of largest demographic dating group is Senior Dating. Christian Senior Dating

• Hispanic/ Latin Online Dating
• National and International Dating
• Asian Dating
• Black Dating
• Catholic Dating
• Christian Dating
• Conservative Dating
• Cougar Dating
• Country Dating
• Dog Lover Dating
• Executive Dating
• Gay Dating
• Jewish Dating
• Lesbian Dating
• Military Dating
• Pet Lover Dating
• MORE

Spark Network 
 

Founded in 1997 causal and serious dating online. Dating service dedicated targeted specific markets, demographics and interests. Spark.net is national and international service. People find meaningful relationships in a fun and convenient atmosphere. Committed to your safety with friendly customer care staff. Contact customer care team by email or call toll-free. Additional services, online profiles, photographs, chat rooms, instant messenger, communication tools, private mailboxes and public forums. Photos and profiles are reviewed by Customer Care Team.

Dating Niches - Dating Categories:

SilverSingles.com - Singles 50 years and older in their prime.

• ChristianMingle.com (Christian Online Dating)
• CatholicMingle.com (Catholic Online Dating)
• JDate.com (Jewish Online Dating – Largest Online Jewish Dating Service)
• BlackSingle.com ( Black Single Online Dating)
• InterrracialSingles (Interracial Dating)
• HurryDate.com (Speed Dating)BBW Personal (Big Beautiful Women Online Dating)

Matchmaker.com

One of the oldest online dating sites on the Internet. Starting as a bulletin board in 1986. Having approximately 8,000,000 registered members. 50,000 new members each month. The average age of members is 35 years old. Demographically, professional, educated and members seeking strong relationships. Members looking for friendship, love, romance short term relationships, long term relationships and or marriage. One of most respected dating services online. New members complete an extensive questionnaire of multiple choice questions. Optional 20 longer essay questions but give deeper in depth in to personalities. Matchmaker sites include multiple chat community rooms, video, audio web messaging, dating advice, dating safety tips and more. FREE membership allows profile posting and performance search. Communication with a match requires membership. Paying members are considered serious members.

Matchmaker Categories:

• Mature Single Click (Senior Dating)
• Amor.com (Latin/Hispanic Dating)
• Major online dating services dedicated to the Latin Community. International Hispanic Dating: National, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Brazil, Argentina and Spain
• Corazon.com (Latin/Hispanic Dating)
• Date.com (Single Dating)
• Single Parent Click (Single Parent Dating)
• Black Dating Click (“African American Dating)
• Gay Dating ( Gay/Lesbian Dating)
• Christian Matchmaker (Christian Dating)
• Catholic SoulMates (Catholic Dating)
• Jewcier (Jewish Dating)
• Australian Singles
• Canadian Singles

Languages:

• English
• Spanish
• Portuguese
• German

Single Members Looking for:

Dating

• Friends
• Long-Term
• Marriage

eHarmony

In 1997, Dr. Neil Warren a practicing clinical psychologist collaborated with Dr Galen Buckwalter then a research professor and University of Southern California. Both sought to identify characteristics between couples associated with successful relationships. After three years research identifying leading personality traits the predict the potential for successful long-term relationships. They are called the 29 Dimensions of Compatibility. Dedicated to matching compatible mates.

Opening in Santa Monica, California in 2000. eharmony claims to be the #1 Trusted Relationship Services Providers in the USA. Specializing in long term relationships. 20,000,000 registered members of all ages, ethnicities, national origins, political beliefs and religious beliefs. Dating niches: Senior Singles, Hispanic Singles, Christian Singles, Jewish Singles, Black Singles, Asian Singles and 30s Singles. Relationship Labs and research facility. eHarmony relationship advice, safety and dating tips. Today approximately 542 eHarmony members marry per day in the United States. eHarmony available in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Australia.

4 Steps to Finding the Right Match:

• Complete individual Relationship Questionnaire and get FREE Personality Profile.
• FREE review of selected highly-compatible matches.
• Pick plan best for you.
• No pressure know your matches at your own pace and start dating.

Note: I am not recommending one Senior Dating Services only stating features and some background of each service. Important that individual does own homework for each service.  Questions to Ask Senior Dating Services. Rely on own interviews and investigations and note these are subscription services.

Senior Friend Finders - Meet Senior Single

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Senior People Meet - Seniors Back to School or Seniors Volunteer



Senior Back to School
Senior's Volunteer

 Seniors Back to School and
 Volunteer Services
 Meet Senior Singles - Self Improvement
Why not there are always things of interest to learn. Things you never got around to learning. You put off in leau of family responsibilities. Now is your time learn things and do things you want to do.  It can be a reasonably price class at a junior college, retirement seminars or online courses. Group classes are great ways to meet active seniors. Most importantly you are expanding your mind and staying active. School may not be for you volunteer locally, nationally or internationally. Seniors have a wealthy of experience and knowledge to share. Give and receive  love and appreciation. Classes or volunteering there is a good chance you may meet someone with mutual interests. Retired seniors out of the workforce maybe isolated and not meeting people of interest.Back to school or volunteer work enables interacting with people with similar interest.  Senior are working longer. still employed nothing wrong with additional education to improve skills. Maybe considering starting a new profession. A new profession requires specialized education in that field. Get out pursue things of interests. Self improvement and mind stimulation.

List of Classes:

Academic or Skill Specialized Classes
Still working take junior college, college  or specialized skill courses to improve skills. Many not want the hassle of going to classes there are online courses.  Retired considering starting a new business. You may be familiar with business or starting from zero. Consider junior college, college or specialize training institutions. There are online courses available. Be sure to investigate any on campus or online learning center for reputability. The draw back with online classes is that you do not interact with people. Online classes not going to meet anyone but positive self-improvement.

Home Improvement
May have been in your home for a long time. As time passes you do not realize that the décor maybe outdated. Comfortable with the décor but take classes on fluffing the home up a bit. Ideas can be as simple as new color schemes for rooms. Flooring ideas new carpet or hardwood flooring. Room renovation the kitchen or bathrooms are away rooms that need renovation. May have popcorn ceiling learn the advantages and cost for smooth ceilings. Great way to meet outgoing gal or guy.

Knitting, Croquette or Sewing Classes
These are girly classes. Retirees tend to become isolated. You’re no longer in the workforce and you are not interacting with people. In these classes learn to make items of interest (sweaters, hats, dresses, booties and etc.) You are interactive with other people and may meet new friends. Friends that can expand your social circle and maybe introduce you to ideal mate.


Gardening for the Home:
Growing Herbs and Herb Glossary
Gardening classes for flowers, plants, vegetables and herbs. Learn flower and plants for home gardening and landscaping. Plan your year around landscaping learn annual and perennial plants. Watering and fertilizing requirements per plant. Grown your own flowers and plants in your yard or patio. Growing your own vegetables money saving and healthy. 

Communal Gardening:
People want health vegetables and fruits. A growing tend is communal gardening. Communal gardening is supported by individuals, non-profit groups and religious groups. Individual are starting their own projects in low income communities. Gardening spaces have been donated by churches and some cities have agreed to donate land for communal gardening projects. In any case, sow and harvest your own produce. Search communal gardens in your area. Organic gardening learn non toxic pesticides, mulching, seeding and harvest. Green thumbs with same nature interest met green thumbs.

Nature Club:
Start a nature club. Friends, family and groups plan hikes and park trips. Hike or bike ride the trails. Plan a picnic or just find a grassy spot and enjoy the wonders of nature.

Art Classes or Art History Classes
These are classes you always wanted to take but never had time. Now is the time. Examples are: art classes, home decor, fashion design, architecture, watercolor, acrylics, ceramics or oil painting classes and etc. Perhaps you do not have artistic skills but fascinated with art history. Art is interrelated to world history. Consider medieval art, classical art, renaissance art, impressionist art or modern art. Sure fire way to met someone with similar interests. Take college courses always wanted to take. You will be interrelating with people with similar interest. 

Cooking Classes - Seasoned cooks or novice cooks may want to learn cuisines from different countries Example would be Chinese cooking or Korean cooking. Healthy Cooking: Old fashion dishes are cooked healthier low fats and low carbohydrate. Consider gourmet cooking classes. Looking to learn foreign dishes, gourmet cooking  or learn healthier ways to prepare meals. Men as well as women are interested in cooking classes.

Language
There are 5 languages of love. Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian and Romanian are Romantic Languages. Based from Vulgar Latin (or Romance) language. Going on vacation or just want knowledge of a foreign language now is a great time to learn.

Local Parks - YMCAs
Seniors meet people try classes at your local park or YMCA. Some local parks give swimming classes. Fun relaxing sport to learn. Swimming is a great daily exercise. Some seniors may need a more vigorous sport try tennis lessons. Swimming or tennis classes are wonderful ways to get out of the house, get healthy exercise and meet people.

Golf Courses:
Men of certain ages seem to have an obsession with golf. Women of a certain age if there is an interest in learning golf local golf courses have golf classes. If do not want to take classes alone get some girlfriends together and learn in a girlfriend group. Socialize and enjoy the green. Girl learning golf may meet an interesting Guy.

Ballroom or Flamenco Dancing
Artistic way to exercise and what the heck you may meet someone.

Yoga Classes:
Yoga provides spiritual and physical benefits is all ages.

Seniors Volunteer

Back to school may not be for you. Approximately 25% - 30% of Seniors are Volunteering. You can volunteer locally, nationally or internationally. Seniors have an abundance of knowledge and experiences. Share knowledge and volunteer time. Based on the current economy there is a demand for willing and able volunteers sharing time and knowledge.

Senior Volunteer Suggestions:

Local Animal Shelter - Humane Society
Community service check your local animal shelter or animal protection service. Another suggestion is to check local pet adoption services. Volunteering may include assisting in fund raisers, walking dogs, assisting with mailers and emails. Local pet adoption services need volunteers for pet adoption days, mailers and more.

United We Serve
Community and National volunteer services. Only 01% American men and women service in uniform. Volunteer services to support troops, troop's families and veterans.

 American Red Cross
Disaster and human relief organization. Approximately 95% of American Red Cross workforce are volunteers. Local , National and International organization responds to near 70,000 disasters per year. Teaches volunteers first aid, CPR, swimming and other lifesaving skills. Skilling volunteers making them lifesaving skill ready. Volunteer donors contribute millions units of blood annually. International Red Cross credited to reconnecting families separated by war and disaster. Multiple volunteer departments view site and call for more information.

Volunteer Abroad
International program in developing countries. Volunteers in Africa, India, Vietnam, Cambodia, Guatemala, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Thailand, China, Brazil, Colombia, Peru and Mexico. 2012 - 2013 forecaster to open new programs Argentina, Sri Lanka and Russia. Volunteer choose amount of time  from one day to 6 months.Various programs for seniors wishing to volunteer in under developed countries. Programs include: teaching, medical providers, HIV/Aids awareness, women empowerment, athletic programs, construction projects, conservation projects, panda conservation, water and swimming works, orphanage assistance and farming/agricultural project.  

Seniors are well educated with a wealth of knowledge. There are underdeveloped countries that can benefit and appreciate your time and knowledge. Partner organizations in each country align volunteer's interest and experiences with country of choice where there is real demand for help and assistance. There are reasonable program fees. Sounds like a great adventure. For more information view site link.

Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity International ecumenical Christian organization. Goal to provide decent housing internationally. Volunteers are welcome of all religions and backgrounds. Founded in 1976 by Millard Fuller and Linda Fuller. Volunteer works: housing construction, housing renovations and disaster relief. Volunteer programs: Local Habitat for Humanity, Youth Programs ages( 5-25), Woman Build, RV Care-A-Vanners, Brush with Kindness (maintaining exterior Habitat homes), Global Village Program, International Volunteer Program (6 to 12 month program), U.S. Volunteer Program (2 to 6 months) and AmeriCorps/VISTA National Service (must be 18 year old or older). It appears the minimal  age is 5 years old or older. Requires manual labor volunteers should be in good health.

Seniors Volunteer Locally

• Volunteer at Local Hospitals
• Volunteer  Local Museums
• Volunteer in Mentoring Program
• Volunteer local Meals on Wheels Program
• Volunteer Local Homeless Shelter
• Volunteer Local Pet Adoption Group
• Local Military Service Group or Veteran Group
• Volunteer Local Church

Self improvement classes and meet new friends with similar interests. Check for classes at local junior colleges, colleges, specialized programs, senior community organizations and religious groups. Interested in communal gardening growing your own plants check online referrals and local churches. More than 25% of seniors are volunteering their time. Site has volunteer organizations locally, nationally and internationally. Sure fire ways to expand interests, give back and for Meet Senior Singles.

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Senior Friend Finders "It Is a Wonderful Life"



"It Is A Wonderful Life"

 I am a old movie buff. Every Christmas I watch "It Is A Wonderful Life." Produced 1946 actors, James Steward, Donna Reed and Lionel Barrymore. Post WWII movie that was the way dating, love and marriage was suppose to be. The wife played by, Donna Reed married a high school mate. The man she loved. Even though she had the opportunity to marry a man of greater financial means. With love, respect and honesty they settled in one home raised their kids. George was a honest business man. Surprisingly, he the community banker. They did not have much financially but had wealthy family unity and community friends. Mr. Bailey played , Lionel Barrymore was the heartless community banker. The owner of "Potter's Field". Clarence, the angel trying to earn his wings had to show George how his life had graced everyone that knew him. Through Hollywood magic George was shown what life would have been if he had never been born. After this visual experience via Clarence, George was happy and grateful to be alive. The end of the film the whole community knew George was in a financial bind and could be facing prison time. Family and the whole community rushed to George's aid offering what ever they could spare. Therefore, George was considered "The Wealthiest Man In Town." This is a magical movie.

Remember that old black and white television? The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet aired from 1952 to 1966. Dad, Ozzie Nelson and his wife, Harriet Nelson and their two sons, David Nelson and Ricky Nelson. They lived in the picket fence family neighborhood, “Thorny”. The dad worked and the mom was a stay at home wife and mother. A house, two kids, one dog, one car, working dad and stay at home mom. The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, epitomized values and ideas of the American family in the 1950s. In the 1950s and early 1960s a unmarried women single passed 21 years of age carried a stigma.

In the 1960s and 70s America’s social climate was changing. Examples: Viet Nam War, the war protest, Civil Rights Movement, the birth control pill, women seeking employment, women seeking higher education, U.S.landing on the moon, IBM release of the computer and etc. Social valued were changing the Ozzie Harriet era was passing. The show ended in 1966.

"It Is A Wonderful Life" and Ozzie and Harriet were great symbols of dating and marriage in the 40s, 50s and 60s. Traditional ways of meeting friends and mates remain the same. Couple meeting at church, through family and friends, social events and bars. With the times dating has been enhanced. Technology has changed everything. A few decades ago computer technology used mainly in industry. Today most home have a home computer.  Old methods of matchmaking have been enhanced via technology. Profiling and testing goals are to match compatible mates. Online members can date a multitude of categories. Examples can be local, Senior Christian dating. There are various categories: Single dating, Single Parent dating, Senior dating, Christian dating, Jewish dating, Hispanic dating, Asian dating, Black dating and More. Find mate locally, nationally or internationally.   Socially dating has changed and ushered in a new dating era. Estimates predict that technology will become a major tool for people seeking mates.
Online dating is to stay.  

Senior Friend Finders

Senior Dating Online

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