Do you ever feel like you wear a mask around other people? To some extent – especially during the holidays – I think that we all do. So, as we enter 2018, I want to talk about the importance of embracing our true selves. This means learning to accept the good and the bad, the things that we are proud of and the things that we have tucked away in the dark corners of our minds. You are worthy of love and respect. I hope that you enjoy today’s video! Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

In many ways, this is a wonderful time of the year. After all, winter is a time for good books and warm fires, great conversations and new experiences. At the same time, when the weather turns cold and the sun refuses to shine, many of us find ourselves feeling low-energy… or even a little sad. If this sounds like you, you’ll love today’s video. In it, I offer 6 ways to stay positive this winter. Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

If you are feeling a little tired of all of the consumerism that surrounds us at this time of year, you’re not alone! Even if you love buying presents, the constant bombardment of TV commercials, flashing lights and billboards can be a bit overwhelming during the holidays. So, today, I want to share an antidote from one of our bloggers. She claims that, far from making you feel poorer, shopping less can make you feel like a millionaire. I’d love to hear whether you agree or disagree with this idea. Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

What are the most important things you look for when choosing a vacation destination? Do you travel to explore new places or make new friends? Do you want to learn about new cultures and history? Read More

I don’t know about you, but, when the world feels dark and depressing, I like to reach for my brightest, most colorful, clothing and accessories. There is something about dressing up that makes my worries fade into the background. So, with so much negativity in the news this week, I thought that it would be fun to share 10 of my favorite necklaces. I’d also love to hear which clothing or accessories make you happy. Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

If there’s one constant in this crazy world of ours, its change. Even in our 60s and better, when life is supposed to “slow down,” most of us are exploring, growing, learning and giving back. So, today, I’d like to share a few suggestions for how to use change to get more from life. I’d also love to hear what you are doing to stay positive and embrace change. Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

I don’t know about you, but, in my part of the world, it really feels like winter has arrived! As the trees finally lose their color and the snow begins to cover the ground, I find myself wanting to add some color to my life! So, today, I’d like to take a break from more serious topics and share my sparkly new winter makeup makeover. I hope that you enjoy today’s video! Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

Travel means different things to different people. Some of us are lucky enough to be able to fly to exotic places. Others prefer to stay close to home and simply get on a bus to a nearby city once in a while. Still others love road trips or traveling by train. But, no matter how we like to travel, “what ifs” can hold us back. Today, I would like to talk about how to overcome fears about security, money, staying social and other travel-related “what ifs.” Then, I’d love to hear how you like to travel. Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

In the past, when I have talked about downsizing, I did so from the perspective of getting more from life after 60. Why? Because, when we get rid of the things that don’t really matter, we make room for the things and people that do. Well, today, I want to take a slightly different take on this topic. I’d love to talk about decluttering in order to make sure that our loved ones don’t have to deal with additional stress if something unexpected happens to us. I realize that this is a controversial topic, but, I’d love to get your thoughts on this! Have you downsized or decluttered recently? Why or why not?

Today, women over 60 are shattering aging stereotypes in many ways. Living longer and better educated, they are focused on heath and independence. They are determined to achieve well-being and self-awareness. Read More