4 Tips for More Precious Moments Creating Art with Your Grandchildren
The funny thing about being a full-time artist is that you think everyone else is creating art too. At least planning to anyway. Fortunately, there are responsible people doing the jobs that we artists try to avoid. Read More
Jane Fonda Shares Her Love for Erotic Fiction… and Shares a Surprising Secret!
Erotic fiction plays a large role in Book Club, the recently released film starring Jane Fonda, 80, alongside Diane Keaton, Candace Bergen, and Mary Steenburgen. Read More
Your World in Your 60s: Can You Dream It Anew?
What is it that you want to do when you grow up? I know that sounds like a youth-centric question to those of us who are already retired and older than what our imaginations ever led us to envision. Read More
The 3 Phases of Writing and Publishing Your Own Book in Retirement
“You ought to write and publish your own book.”
If you have heard this line of encouragement from friends or family, it’s not so far-fetched now that you are retired. You may feel overwhelmed with the process, but with some guidance, you can write the book you always wanted. Read More
Book of the Week: State of Wonder – A Jungle Adventure of Self-Discovery
State of Wonder written by Ann Patchett was recommended by so many women in our Sixty and Me community, that I had to give it a shot. Read More
Book of the Week: “All the Light We Cannot See” – A Wartime Story with Haunting Imagery and Complex Characters
When I started reading All the Light We Cannot See, it was hard for me to ponder the places, the characters or even pay attention to the story. For several short chapters, I was simply lost in the magic of the words. Read More
Happy 78th Birthday Raquel Welch – Way More than Just a Pretty Face
Raquel Welch was born on September 5, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois. She worked as a model, waitress and TV weather girl, before getting into films. Today, Raquel turns 78 and I’d love us all to wish her a very happy birthday! Let’s take a look at some of the highlights from her career and why she means so much to many women over 60. Read More
Think You Don’t Have Time to Experience the Benefits of Walking? Think Again!
Most of us know that exercising is one of the secrets to good health after 60. Unfortunately, unlike the midlife men and women that you see on TV, baby boomers in the real world are busy. We are juggling careers, pursuing our passions, staying engaged with our families and preparing for the next phase of our lives. Read More
Downsizing Your Home? It’s Easier When You’re Facing the Right Direction!
Over the weekend, I was riding my bike to one of my favorite coffee shops, which is only about 10 miles away, so it’s usually an easy ride.
But on this day, the wind was blowing “like spit,” as my grandmother used to say. (Do you ever think about things people said as you were growing up that you never thought much about, and then at some point, you begin to wonder “what on earth did that mean?”) Read More
How to Plan, Prepare and Pack Light for Stress-Free Travel After 60
How lightly do you travel? Since 2010, I’ve flown and holidayed with carry-on luggage only. That’s a handy seven kilograms of clothes, shoes and toiletries. Read More