Yikes, I Need a New Sofa at Age 82
When I was young, I used to think that things sort-of worked out in the course of a life. I mean things, like your pots and pans and your cutlery and your living room furniture. I imagined you bought all this stuff when you were young and then they were just…
Read MoreAre You Aware of the Chapters of Life?
Life is a journey made in stages. Each one presents its own unique challenges, moments of joy and opportunities to grow. Our ancestors began exploring the idea that life is a series of stages millennia ago, the Hindu rishis (sages) being among the first to do so…
Read MoreTrending Spring 2024 Accessories
International Fashion Weeks are major events in the fashion industry that occur twice a year. They showcase the latest collections of designers from around the world. Four main international fashion weeks are held in the world’s fashion capitals…
Read More26 Places (You Didn’t Consider) Where You Can Meet the Love of Your Life
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…
Read More13 Easy Ways to Wake Up Your Brain
The kids and the grandkids are in school, learning new things every day. But what should the rest of us do to keep our brains active and alert? We’ve all heard that we can reduce our chances of suffering from dementia in our golden…
Read MoreWriter’s Block and Bumps? It’s Time to Reset and Refresh
The flow of images and ideas slowed to a trickle, then to a drip – and I feared they would dry up completely. When this happened to me recently, I blamed the usual suspects: not enough sleep, too much work, plenty of distractions. But even when I slept more…
Read More9 Benefits Boomer Women Can Find in an Encore Career
For many elder boomers, like me, the outdated model of retirement isn’t a good fit today. We’re healthier and living longer than prior generations. Most of us don’t want to just sit in a porch rocking chair gazing at the sunset…
Read MoreHow Clearing Clutter Can Help You Find Freedom and Happiness After 60
I came across this quote about clearing clutter on – of all places – a medical website, and it struck me as the perfect way to look at the “too much stuff” conundrum I’m still struggling with. If you have so much stuff it drags you into…
Read MoreFind Empowerment by Stepping Beyond Your Comfort Zone
Lately, some of my friends have been saying this old adage, “Time is short.” When we step forward into another birthday, we know this. I’ve noticed that as my birthday numbers increase, I feel safer saying no to opportunities that require effort or are slightly…
Read MoreColor Selection is Essential to Fashion for Older Women
Be honest. How many times have you purchased something just because you “loved the color”? Other than fit, one of the first things that we look at when choosing a new item of clothing is the color. Unfortunately…
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