Gray Divorce: Why You Need Financial Advice!
Although many think that after 20, 25 or even 35 years of marriage it will surely last “til death do us part,” more and more baby boomers are divorcing late in life. Divorcing after age 50, which is being called “gray divorce” is the fast growing…
Read MoreDo You Dislike You? Follow These 4 Steps to Like Yourself More
There’s a perception that with age comes self-acceptance and confidence. While that can be true, self-esteem is a fickle thing. Even those with strong self-esteem go through low points. For some, aging intensifies feelings of self-doubt and dislike, poisoning all aspects of life. Which begs the question, is it possible to overcome those feelings and […]
Read More3 Tips for Strong and Healthy Shoulders After 55
For years, while working in Physical Therapy, I helped many people rehab through shoulder injuries including rotator cuff tears and repairs, shoulder impingement, frozen shoulder, and even shoulder replacements. From this experience plus…
Read MoreHats Are Fascinating Items of Clothing for Women Over 60 (Video)
Do you love hats? So do I! I’m not sure why, but the older I get, the more I love looking for interesting hats and other accessories. Talking with the other women in the Sixty and Me community, it sounds like I’m not alone! In a discussion with fashion for women…
Read MoreWhat You Can Learn About Dementia from People Who Have Been There, Done That
When your family first faces the reality of a loved one with dementia, you embark on a journey you’ve never taken before. That’s what happened to my two siblings and me when our mother died, and we discovered that my father’s issues…
Read MoreYoga’s Not What It Used to Be
There are two yoga books on my shelf, both with the number 50 in the title. One was a 50th birthday present from my sister, and the other was co-written by one of my favorite yoga teachers, Desiree Rumbaugh. Glancing at my bookshelf…
Read MoreHow to Make Stained Glass
Whether you’re drawn to the vibrant colors or the interplay of light and shadow, creating your own stained glass masterpiece is a rewarding and fulfilling endeavor. While learning how to make stained glass may seem intimidating initially, this beginner’s guide will provide…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Wet Felting
Wet felting is a special kind of alchemy. Using nothing more complex than wool fibre and soap, with this versatile craft you can make anything from an elegant wrap or scarf to a novelty cat bed! As the fabric forms from fluff between your soapy hands…
Read More6 Best Vitamins and Supplements for Women Over 60 (# 5 Will Surprise You!)
While diet should always come first, there are some supplements that provide additional benefits that can be difficult to obtain from food alone – especially if you are eating less to lose weight, if you have a reduced appetite or are avoiding…
Read More5 Easy Steps to Write a Legacy Letter for Family and Friends
Before Great Gram got hitched at age 20, as they used to say, she was a teacher in a one-room rural Iowa schoolhouse. After marriage, she wasn’t allowed to teach. That was written in her contract. As a teacher, she called her readin’ and writin’…
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