Recently, I was looking at old pictures with my friend Susan. We have been friends since college and I mentioned when looking at old photos that I looked better than I remembered. “Yes, me too,” said Susan. “I was pretty cute back then…

There is a certain ripeness that comes with age that can only blossom when nourished properly, inside and out. Apart from having a grateful, loving mindset every day despite life’s numerous challenges, and a vital body to support our adventures…

We’ve all been familiar with dupes for many years in the food and beverage industries. In those industries they’re called private label brands. Even department stores such as Macy’s have their own private label clothing brands…

As love unfolds and wedding bells chime, the role of the mother of the groom takes center stage in celebrating the union of two souls. For the radiant matriarchs navigating this joyous occasion beyond the milestone age of 60, the quest for the perfect…

Whether by birth or acquired later in life, hearing impairment affects individuals in distinct ways, posing intricate challenges that significantly influence their daily lives. The deaf and hard of hearing encounter daily struggles that often go…

Are you stuck in the same pattern of dieting, losing a few pounds, and gaining the weight back? What’s getting in your way? It’s probably your beliefs about food and eating. We tend to hang onto a lot of beliefs about ourselves and the world…

Workout partners, whether they’re your spouse or a friend, serve as a physical and mental cue to stick with it and have fun! Check out these 4 reasons why finding a workout partner could be one of the best things you do for your health…

I had just walked for two blissful hours along a beautiful coastline on a hot summer’s day and arrived at a beachside café famous for its homemade ice creams. Taking my time to select a scoop each of lemon sorbet and salted caramel…

Age is not just about the number of years you’ve lived or your physical appearance. It’s about your mindset and how you perceive yourself. As someone who has been assisting people in their online dating journey for almost three decades…

At this stage in life, many women find themselves weighing the idea of searching for the “Perfect Man” who fulfills all their desires against the reality of finding a “Real Man” who isn’t perfect but has what’s important for creating a good relationship…

Life has been busy for me. I’m launching my new coaching program at Date Great Guys, my mom is moving into assisted living, and I met a super wonderful high-quality man who is so much fun to spend time with…

Have you considered meeting a man in real life versus at an online dating site? When I ask this question to the women I speak with, they often tell me they’re not sure where single men over 50 are hanging out…

Are you or a loved one eager to go on a vacation but find that limited mobility poses a challenge? The desire to explore and create memories knows no age limit, and thankfully, there are tailored vacation options designed specifically for seniors…

Have you ever considered putting Atlantic Canada on your bucket list? If not, you definitely should! I might be a bit biased since it’s where I was born and raised, but trust me, it’s worth it. Atlantic Canada, which includes the provinces of New Brunswick…

For travelers with a passion for exquisite flavors and cultural immersion, the opportunity to savor the culinary delights of different regions is a gateway to unforgettable experiences. From bustling street markets to fine dining establishments…

In an age where travel is not just about reaching a destination but about creating meaningful experiences, skip-gen travel has emerged as a popular trend. Skip-gen travel refers to trips where grandparents take their grandchildren on vacation…

Dealing with a financial mess can be difficult. But borrowing money from the wrong source can exacerbate the situation. When it comes to your 401(k) savings, your goal should be to let that money grow to have funds for retirement…

Small business owners often ask what the hardest parts are in selling a business. They ask me if the biggest challenges are finding a new buyer, negotiating sales price, informing clients or customer, or something else. While these tasks are not easy, in my experience the most difficult challenges are: Let’s dive into these to […]

Every day, I receive an email from a site called WordDaily. I love to challenge myself to guess the meaning of the word. Recently, eigengrau was the Word of the Day. I recognized its German origin and the “gray” part but not the entire meaning of the word…

Many top business coaches like Ali Brown, Brene Brown, and Stephen Covey suggest you start a project with the end in mind. The same applies to selling your business. Along this line, if I asked you to list goals for selling your business, you might list…

You probably know that Jobs dropped out of college. He reasoned that he didn’t know what he wanted to do with his life, he didn’t see how college would play a role, and he didn’t want to spend his parents’ money foolishly. He trusted that it would all work out…

The decision to purchase a second home triggers a host of follow-up decisions, many of them financial. Of course, there is the question of how to pay for the home and the many ongoing costs of owning a real estate asset. That huge subject…

Finding and establishing a key role in a network of dependable people is the cornerstone of a successful second half. In addition to cultivating social connections, provision and a sense of purpose and belonging, living in community with others is good…

Not long ago, my husband said rather casually to me, “I wish I knew when I was going to die.” An important wish, indeed. He is 81. But his concern was neither spiritual nor existential. He was wondering whether it was worth his while to have a knee…