While celebrity makeup artists with A-list clients are expected to have very expensive makeup brands in their kits, they will often share some of the drugstore products they use that perform just as well – if not better – than high priced versions…

The right accessories can transform a limited wardrobe into a myriad of outfits. So how do you decide what jewelry to take on a trip? Let me give you some tips and share lessons I’ve learned from my own mistakes…

It happens every year. The chill starts coming in more noticeably in the mornings and evenings, and we start thinking about the autumn season that is approaching. Let’s review a couple of fun ways to…

I imagine that you – like me – have some can’t do without makeup favorites that you’ll definitely repurchase. So today I want to share with you my can’t do without drugstore and high end makeup products that I wouldn’t hesitate for a nanosecond…

The older I get, the more I realize that age is no reason to stop playing sports. In fact, as the “golden years” sneak up on us (really, what are they anyway?) and the demands of family and employment lessen, we may have more time to participate…

Have you recently found yourself thinking more about your balance? Have you noticed changes in your balance? Are you feeling unsteady or wobbly in certain places or situations?
It’s easy to overlook subtle changes, especially when life keeps us busy…

Much of our negative self-talk comes from comparing ourselves to others we see on various media sources. But many of us also learned this from parents, family members, coaches, healthcare providers, partners, and society in general. It’s everywhere…

Lotions, potions, exfoliates, botanical oils, anti-wrinkle creams, Vitamin A, E and C. It’s confusing if you don’t know what you need to care for your skin. As you grow in years, feeling beautiful naturally comes with taking good care of yourself…

Going out there to date needs to be a conscious decision. But, before you make that decision, you need to ask yourself some questions as this will really determine the level of success you will have. I’ll give a personal example…

Nothing hurts more than when a relationship has ended, especially when betrayal is involved in some way. When a man has lied to you and betrayed your trust, picking up the pieces and moving forward can feel daunting…

Are you scared to date someone long-distance because you believe distance is the beginning of the end of any relationship? Do you refuse to date men unless they live within a certain geographic radius from your home? To date or not-to-date…

Sometimes you won’t see a red flag on the first date. Both parties are on their best behavior and the date is just great. But, by date 3, you can generally see if there are some issues that will be future date breakers. After over 25+ years as a dating coach providing…

As the world continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, there’s an emerging trend that beckons people (not only seniors) to savor the journey rather than race through it – slow-paced tours. In a society that often glorifies fast-paced adventures and adrenaline-fueled…

Have you tried travelling with grandchildren? If you haven’t, we heartily recommend the experience! In recent years, multigenerational travel has become a growing market. An emerging subset based on this is grandparents and grandchildren are taking trips together, leaving the parents at home…

Discover the enchanting wonders of New Zealand through tailored travel tours designed with the over 50s in mind. From the awe-inspiring landscapes of the North Island to the breathtaking fjords of the South Island, New Zealand…

Are you traveling solo? Are you looking for a travel tour that caters well to single women over 60? Far from being a time to slow down, this phase of a woman’s life beckons for exploration, discovery, and embracing the world like never before…

Sixteen years ago, my world shattered. That’s when cancer killed my beloved husband. A spouse’s likelihood of passing away is three times higher for women than men. Many women find that widowhood forces them to take on and make critical financial…

I just read two interesting articles about spending habits. One focused on boomers and the other discussed the differences in spending habits of boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. The latter article was based on data from Bank of America…

Are you tinkering with the idea of starting a new business? One of the most useful approaches I’ve encountered when it comes to starting a new business is the minimum viable product (MVP) methodology. The essence of an MVP…

What’s the difference between a money market account and a money market fund, you ask. Aren’t they the same? The answer is “no” and, depending on your situation, you may want to use one, the other, or both. Let’s take a deeper look…

Alcohol consumption has become so normalized in our society. If you’ve ever tried to quit drinking then you’ll know why they say, “Alcohol is the only drug we have to justify not taking.” It’s coping with all the questions and having to come up…

You don’t need to stop making To-Do lists to live ‘in the moment’. To-Do lists let you live in the moment as long as you use them as a tool, not a burden around your neck. They are simply a sign of vitality!

My family is from St. Louis, so a nice road trip from Chicago to St. Louis (five hours with one potty stop) was in the cards for my opera friend, Betsy, and me. Opera Theater of St. Louis is known for excellent productions, many of them commissioned premiers…

As discussed in my previous blogs, there are so many perks to reaching this wonderful milestone, and I finally have the time and the means to follow through in earnest on one of the most pressing items that has remained flickering on my back burner: volunteering.