...the giggles of girls and the wisdom of women. "We still have a lot of fun together," Alstead said. "Being with old friends gives you permission to be who you were then." Kristan Hutchison can be reached at stansabbatini@yahoo.com .

...that out after they leave. "I read in the paper sometimes 'Joe Blow is going to retire and move to so and so,' " Ohman said, "and I think to myself 'They'll be back.' " Kristan Hutchison can be reached at stansabbatini@yahoo.com .

...skilled nursing care: $450/day. - Bridge Adult Day Program care: $108/day. *Discounts or subsidies are sometimes available. Source: State agencies and businesses listed. Kristan Hutchison can be reached at stansabbatini@yahoo.com .

...that expertise and perspective." "As there have come to be more people remaining here, it just adds a dimension and quality to our life here that makes it more complete." Kristan Hutchison can be reached at stansabbatini@yahoo.com .