Syncopation: a temporary disruption in the steady beat of a musical piece. Sometimes you’ll notice offbeats, other time strong beats and yes, weak ones. Just part and parcel of the rhythm of life as we age. Or maybe at any time. You decide. And this week:

An invasion of bumble bees, an ADHD diagnosis and a way to check how your housing costs stack up in your state–that’s what our Boomer cohort is concerned with in today’s edition. And in a sweet, touching post, Meryl says goodbye to her beloved mom.

Laurie

The other day, while taking out the garbage, Laurie was surrounded by a marauding gang of bumble bees. They buzzed around her like a mini fleet of Black Hawk helicopters and seemed to think she was competing for a nearby mountain laurel’s blossoms. Worried she’d be stung, she ran back inside and slipped on a winter parka. She pulled the hood down over her face as far as she could, took a deep breath, and rushed back outside.

Rebecca

In a guest post on BabyBoomster.com, author H H Rune writes about dealing with her diagnosis of ADHD and the stages of grief she went through to find self-acceptance and her authentic self.

Rita

Do you live in a state where residents pay for most or least of their paychecks for housing? Check out this article by Rita R. Robison, consumer and personal finance journalist, to find out.

Meryl

And Meryl tells us about her vibrant mom and says a sweet goodbye to her. She passed away last week at the age of 100. See her post, Goodbye, Mom. 

As for me? I’m just glad you’re here. Feel free to scroll through my site to see what catches your fancy!