Category Archives: elderly

Alzheimer’s Awakening

Posted on February 10, 2018 by Gelbart-Jaffe Coaching

She typically is seated in her bed, Eyes closed, yet aware, listening to those around her spread. Normally not a word ever passes her lips, Till this week’s Alzheimer’s Awakening, that felt like a Candid Camera clip. She opened her … Continue reading →

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Oldy but Goody

Posted on August 11, 2016 by Gelbart-Jaffe Coaching

Oldies but goodies Are who you either are today Or who you will be God willing One day. So be good to your oldy but goody Friends, Relatives, Teachers, Mentors, Coaches And strangers, Because before you turn around, You’ll be … Continue reading →

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Now is the Time

Posted on February 2, 2016 by Gelbart-Jaffe Coaching

With all the terror, War and strife, And accidents that suddenly take life Now is the time To tell those you love Everything you’ve always wanted to tell them But never have. Tell them: How much you love them, How … Continue reading →

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Life’s Seasons

Posted on October 27, 2015 by Gelbart-Jaffe Coaching

As babes in arms We know not what Awaits us in adulthood, but We grow a little every day Through winter, summer, spring and fall we play Then we reach those teenage years Filled with emotion, acne, and hormone tears … Continue reading →

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Energy

Posted on July 8, 2015 by Gelbart-Jaffe Coaching

Energy . . . The pep in your step . . . The twinkle in your eye . . . The tears that you cry . . . The jump in your rump . . . The thrum in your … Continue reading →

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Full Circle

Posted on March 21, 2015 by Gelbart-Jaffe Coaching

As babies, we know nothing of the world but the people around us. As youth, we expand and discover the world beyond our families. As adults, we work hard to build the world and make it our home. As seniors, … Continue reading →

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