Taking Charge, Volume 2: More Stories on Aging Boldly, like the first volume, continues to put a spotlight on a broad range of issues from care, retirement and leisure, relationships, mental health, and travel to one's spiritual journey. Through these stories readers are provided practical tools to live a happy, fully engaged and empowered life in their later years. Don't just grow older, take charge and age boldly! Volume 2 contains more collected newspaper columns by Herb Weiss, an award-winning journalist whose 40-year body of work is a treasury of well-researched stories and insightful interviews with experts and everyday people who shared their keen observations about growing older. In Praise of TAKING CHARGE: The wit and wisdom of Herb Weiss shines in this second collection of his columns and commentary on the aging experience. Through his vast experience and his keen insight Herb brings a wealth of enjoyment to this examination of truths told in stories of real-life people. For Weiss the choice is clear - age boldly. Don't miss this book. - Kathleen Connell, Former Secretary of State of RI and Former State Director of AARPRI. "Taking Charge, Volume 2 provides a hearty serving of food for thought from an eclectic menu of aging issues. Author Herb Weiss takes great care to give readers a straightforward examination of timely topics such as Caregiving, Social Security and Healthcare. Each section incorporates expert commentary and analysis from very credible sources. Taking Charge is a worthwhile read and should be shared with friends and colleagues. - Max Richtman, President and CEO, National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare by Herb Weiss does not disappoint. The vignettes offer a reality check on aging and are refreshingly optimistic. Weiss' topics are multidisciplinary and have authenticity and clarity. The myriad of topics provides interesting and practical knowledge on aging for both health professionals and the general public. - Janet Cogliano, PhD, retired RN Educator and Clinician