An inherited fur coat is rarely just another item of clothing. It may bring back the image of your mother dressing for a special evening, your grandmother arriving for a holiday dinner, or an aunt whose style filled every room. Even the lining can unlock forgotten memories…

I first discovered the beauty of wearing a kimono on a beach holiday in the sun. I love elegant clothes and fabric that moves with my body and makes me feel free and comfortable. Since that holiday, I realised that Kimonos are not only fantastic for holidays but for many other occasions too. I wear them to go shopping, meet friends, evenings out and so much more…

Remember the 1980s? That decade was definitely not quiet. Hair was big. Earrings were bigger. Shoulder pads had their own ZIP code. Makeup followed right along…bright, bold, and loud. For many of us, that was the era when we learned how to apply makeup. I was a teenager in the 80s and very interested in fashion and trends…

Do you notice your skin becoming drier, more sensitive, or slower to recover than it used to? Maybe your favorite moisturizer no longer seems to do the trick, or products you’ve used for years suddenly sting. If you’ve spent decades gardening, hiking, skiing, golfing, or simply enjoying time outdoors, your skin has been working overtime for years. While we often blame these changes on aging alone…

The time for excuses is over. In this article I will discuss the 6 top mind sets you have to overcome if it is weight loss you are looking for. And not just weight loss, but sustained weight loss…

Alcohol use among senior citizens is on the rise. Although historically older adults were less likely to drink than younger adults, recent studies show that older adults are now drinking more frequently and in larger quantities than in the past…

I’ve been fasting for nine weeks – eating only dinner. During my working hours, when I am not busy, the hunger hits and the desire to eat is strong. Fasting has revealed a lot of dynamics. We often think of hunger as a purely physical signal – a biological alarm clock telling us our body needs fuel…

Chronic pain, age and depression often go hand in hand. Studies have shown chronic pain and depression can worsen each other. Therefore, it is very important to treat both. Here are some modalities of treatment…

When it comes to online dating, the old adage, “You can never be too careful,” is certainly true. In my online dating experience, I never hesitated to try to verify the identity of someone I’d just met. I worked for years as a television news writer in Chicago and had written numerous stories about imposters, such as those who pose as cops…

I’ve coached daters for more than 20 years, and there is one thing I know. Younger men, and plenty of older ones too, are actively seeking out women over 60. It’s a real, growing part of the dating world. If you’re wondering about this, I am here with an unpopular perspective: You have the upper hand more often than you think, and I’ve watched it play out in real life…

I’ve had a front-row seat to the dating patterns of Baby Boomers for more than 30 years. I’ve watched singles navigate classified ads, personal ads, matchmakers, online dating, dating apps, and everything in between. The technology has evolved. Human nature? Not nearly as much…

Contrary to popular belief, engaging in regular physical stimulation and sensory arousal is not just about enhancing sexual pleasure. Despite the pervasive, but outdated myths about aging, physical stimulation and sensory arousal deepens your connection with your body, increases confidence, and cultivates joy in your desired lifestyle after 60…

Have you ever dreamed of visiting Europe without elbowing your way through crowds of tourists? Is standing in line for hours to visit museums or paying exorbitant hotel prices not your favorite thing? Maybe autumn could become your favorite season for traveling to Europe to visit smaller, lesser-known cities…

Traveling the world on a retirement budget may sound unrealistic for some. Hotel prices and long-stay accommodations are often high and seem to be constantly rising. and not to mention single supplements if you’re traveling alone. Have you ever heard of house- and/or pet-sitting? Did you know that house-sitting while you travel the world on a retirement budget can make extended travel far more affordable?

Athens, the birthplace of Western civilization. If it’s on your bucket list, Athens in the springtime is wonderful! My husband and I always try to hit tourist “hot spots” in the shoulder seasons, and that strategy really paid off here. For good reason, this place is on many bucket lists. It was definitely on ours. Shoulder seasons in Greece are April and May, and again in September and October…

An African safari remains on many tourists’ wish lists because of its unmatched wildlife encounters, vast, untamed landscapes, and the opportunity for a deep sense of adventure. For senior vacationers, it’s an easy, enjoyable travel experience that requires almost no physical effort…

Rising grocery prices, increasing insurance premiums and the occasional unexpected expense can quickly eat into even the most carefully planned budget. Whether you’re saving for a dream vacation or simply trying to make ends meet, there are practical ways to improve your financial picture without having to sacrifice your lifestyle…

As a long-time single woman, I usually assess “big risk” questions purely on gut instinct and my stubborn belief that I will ultimately handle any problems or hiccups that may arise. This time, however, I wanted a smart, experienced, truth-telling team of women who would help me look at a business opportunity from every angle…

A woman once told me she needed a new sofa. Not wanted. Needed. The one in her living room was old, uncomfortable, and had been repaired more than once. She had found a replacement she loved, and buying it wouldn’t have put the slightest strain on her finances. But she couldn’t bring herself to order it…

“I think I want to do something different, but am I too old to change careers?” It’s a question I hear often as a career coach for women over 40. I work with women who know something needs to change. Some are considering a career pivot, while others are wondering if it’s finally time to explore something entirely new…

I’m a horror movie fan, so when the new Insidious movie came out this weekend, I decided to do something I hadn’t done in a long time. I went to a movie theater. And I was genuinely excited. Not just interested or casually looking forward to it. I was excited like a little kid. I got my popcorn, found my seat, settled in, and for a moment, I realized just how much this simple experience meant to me…

As a full-time caregiver, it’s not that easy to slip away for a vacation or even slip out of the house for an hour or two but I have found I can take frequent breaks throughout the day to a lovely little inn on the Washington coast. Just a few quiet moments to smell the salty air and hear the seagulls arguing over who got the biggest crumb from a discarded…

How do you create a lifestyle after 60 that is sensual, vibrant, fulfilling, and on your own terms and not someone else’s? What if I said the answer is healing from the traumatic effects of people pleasing? If this is true, where do you begin to identify the effects of people pleasing? And how do you start to genuinely heal from them?

When I think back to being a kid, so much of what we did was simply because it was fun. We spent hours outside, running up and down the road to the big black door at the back of William Patten School. Nobody actually used that entrance, but for us it became a focal point. Other days were spent dancing around the kitchen table, clicking our fingers to “The Jets”…