3 Things You Can Do to Prepare for the Empty Nest
Releasing your kids to adulthood is a mixed blessing. You are both proud and saddened. They are embracing maturity and that’s a good thing! But your home will change after they leave, and that can be a confusing prospect. Now is the time to prepare yourself for these…
Read More7 Easy Crochet Patterns for Beginners
Crochet is a fun, relaxing way to make beautiful projects. And while transforming a single strand of yarn into beautiful garments and accessories using just a hook may seem a bit like magic, it’s easier than you think. There are lots of easy patterns…
Read MoreChange That Behavior – Choose a Reward That Stimulates Positive Change After 60
Have you kept your New Year’s Resolutions? According to the U.S. News and World Report, 80% of resolutions fail by February, most by January 12th. Really. Year after year, I resolved to start my day with a series of morning stretches and exercises…
Read MoreLa Bise: The Secret of French Air Kissing
The famous French term “La Bise,” pronounced “la beez” is defined as an exchange of air kisses on each cheek. This greeting may be practiced on each side of the cheek, one or two times, and sometimes as many as four times per cheek, depending on where…
Read More6 Reasons Why Italy Ticks Every Box for Travellers Over 60
Are you mulling over where to go for your next holiday? After several tricky years, suddenly the world is our oyster! Interestingly, though, that doesn’t seem to make the decision any easier, possibly because as the years pass and we understand…
Read MoreFalling Apart vs Drifting Apart When It Comes to Estate Planning
I read a recent headline: Marriages don’t fall apart, they drift apart. I am not a marriage counselor but I serve as a money counselor so my brain immediately went to the fact that the same can be said of our money life. Our finances rarely fall apart…
Read More10 Safest Cities to Travel as a Woman Over 50
Are you looking for your next travel destination? Are you looking to discover a new city? Do you travel solo and are concerned about your safety while traveling? Some cities are considered safer for solo women travelers, especially senior women…
Read MoreHow to Get Started with Tie-Dye
Tie-dyeing has been around for decades and is a creative way to add a pop of color to your clothes, accessories or home decor. Whether you want to revamp an old t-shirt or create a colorful piece of art, tie-dye is a versatile and easy-to-learn technique…
Read MoreWhy Perseverance Should Be the Mantra of Dynamic Women Over 60
If I had to define what I see as the mantra of the amazing, inspiring, dynamic 60+ers I so admire, it would be “Stay positive. Put in the effort. Keep on truckin’.” OK, not elegant, hardly haiku material, but so true! Seniors who thrive, who live a happy, healthy…
Read More5 Carry-On Luggage for Women Over 60
Last year, for the first time, I traveled with a borrowed carry-on for a two-week international trip. I had always traveled with a checked bag, mostly filled with way more than I needed. Switching to the carry-on forced me to rethink how I pack…
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