6 Unexpected Ways Cake Decorating Can Boost Your Happiness After 60
I think most of us can say that we strive to be happy. It’s been proven that money doesn’t primarily affect how happy we are, so what makes us happy? Read More
Why Life After 60 is the Perfect Time to Start Painting
A few years ago I was looking after a gallery exhibition. Sometimes artists have to share this duty for joint exhibitions and this was my turn.
Read MoreAm I the Only One Still Using Bar Soap? I Guess I’m Finally Getting Old!
They told me one day I would feel old, but I just refused to believe them.
Age 30. Then 40, 50, 60, now 64. Nope, not old. Grey hair. White hair. Thinning hair. Definitely more hair in my ears and my nose than on the growing bald spot on the back of my head. Still didn’t feel old. Besides, that’s what small scissors are for. Read More
Looking for New Ways to Relax? These 42 Boomer Women Have Some Amazing Ideas!
Are you looking for some new ways to relax? I am! You know, one of the stereotypes about getting older is that the older we get the less active we become. Well, I don’t know about you, but, I am busier than ever!
I may have left my corporate career behind, but, I am managing my own business, following my passions, helping my family, volunteering, exploring, learning and growing. If anything, it feels like I need to find more time to relax. Read More
Judi Dench Doesn’t Allow These Words in Her House and Neither Do I!
For many people, “retirement” is seen as the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow; it is a reward for a lifetime of hard work and an opportunity to relax and take it easy. Well, that’s the idea at least!
In reality, the concept of retirement, in a traditional sense, is both unrealistic and unhealthy. Now, before you accuse me of being out of touch with reality, let me explain. Then, I’ll tell you how this all relates to two words that Judi Dench refuses to let into her house. Read More
An Earthquake in Tokyo, the World’s Happiest Countries and a Gentle Yoga DVD Giveaway
What makes the happiest countries in the world, well… happy? It’s a question that I have asked myself ever since I moved to Switzerland from the U.S. Today, I’d like to discuss the World Happiness Report, a global survey on the topic of happiness. Join us as we discuss this story plus the latest on the earthquake in Tokyo, the upcoming U.S. Presidential Debate, some important questions to ask yourself in your 60s, the latest on the Yahoo hack, the mall shooting in Burlington, Washington and much more. Oh, and today, I have a BIG gentle yoga DVD giveaway, just for our Mornings with Sixty and Me listeners. You won’t want to miss it! 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
Helen Mirren Drove THAT Around the Top Gear Track?
If you had to describe Helen Mirren in a few words, “racer” or “thrill seeker” probably wouldn’t be at the top of your list. After all, this is the woman who stared in The Queen and Woman in Gold. Read More
Why Are All of the Older Adults on The X Factor Cringe Worthy?
Ok, I’ll admit it – one of my guilty little pleasures is watching The X Factor. Sometimes, I watch it by myself. But, more often, I go over to my son’s house to watch it with his family.
I’m not completely sure why I love The X Factor. Maybe it’s the fact that I have always been fascinated by passionate people. Or, maybe it’s the emotion and drama that the show is able to create. Whatever the reason, it’s become one of my favorite Saturday night activities. Read More
Is Tom Selleck 2016’s Sexiest Man Over 60?
At Sixty and Me, we talk about many serious issues facing women over 60 – achieving financial security, fighting social isolation and depression, making friends as an older adult and achieving healthy aging.
These issues are all important, but, once in a while, it’s fun to ask something fun and light-hearted. This was my thinking when I established our annual “Sexiest Man Over 60” award. Read More
The Health Benefits of Knitting, Europe Struggles and 2000 Migrants Evacuated
A few days ago, I asked you about your favorite hobbies. It was so wonderful to hear about the amazing things that you are all doing! So, today, I want to go a little bit deeper on one of the group’s favorite hobbies – knitting! Join us as we discuss the health benefits of knitting, Europe’s realization that it needs to change, the arrival of the brand new iPhone 7, an explosion in Pakistan and an article about some ways to reduce stress after 60. It’s going to be a great discussion! 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