How Quilt Patterns Reveal the Fabric of Our Lives
Well, I decided to tackle my closet and get rid of old clothing that no longer fit or would never be worn again. I actually enjoy this task. My closet gets a make-over and I donate things that are still in good shape. Sometimes I find things that…
Read MoreMy Bakers’ Dozen of Country Women Who Sing My Blues
My relationship with music is one of the most important in my life. It’s been consistent over my six-plus decades. Over those years, I have learned a lot about being in the wrong relationships – romantic, professional, family, and friendship…
Read MoreHave You Considered the Phenomenon of Reciprocity?
When you were younger but already adult, your parents most likely helped you in every way they could. Not everyone has such help, but a huge number of us do. And perhaps your grandparents did the same. Maybe it was financial help…
Read MoreVitality Domain #3 – Meaning and Creativity: Live It Now
We are continuing our exploration of the four vitality domains that influence your health span, now focusing on the area of meaning/purpose and creativity. Isn’t it time to be your own heroine and be/do what has been waiting in the wings?
Read MoreMy Positive Rant on Ageing and Loving Your Body!
I can’t hold back any longer! Time is far too precious to spend another moment not loving our precious bodies or celebrating our age in the most joyous of ways. I was recently invited to be a speaker at an event on positive ageing. It was a fabulous…
Read MoreFilm Review: Fonda and Tomlin in Moving On
Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin are at it again. Last year’s follow-up to the seven year run of Grace and Frankie was, 80 For Brady, a whimsical quest to meet and ogle superstar footballer, Tom Brady. Even with the addition of co-stars Sally Field…
Read MoreAgeism – Are Old Women Their Own Worst Enemies?
We have all seen commercials like this one before… Three older women in an empty restaurant, confused and asking, “Where is the bacon?” I wanted to shout, “Where’s the representation?” Is that how companies think older women should look and behave?
Read MoreCrystals That Can Help You Reconnect to Yourself
Sometimes we find ourselves completely overwhelmed by busy schedules and monotonous routines. We tend to overwork ourselves, spend less time thinking about what we feel and who we are, and have less time for relaxation…
Read MoreThe Best Reason Your Kids Should Become Young Parents
Many of us whose children have entered their 30s are still waiting to become grandparents. We understand that our kids have every right to make their own decisions about when and whether to become parents. If they never want to have children…
Read More5 Meditation Apps for Women Over 60
Want to start meditating and don’t know where to begin? Or maybe you already have an established meditation practice and want to add more tools to your routine. Mobile apps are great to help out in almost every aspect of our lives…
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