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Margaret Manning is the founder of Sixty and Me. She is an entrepreneur, author and speaker. Margaret is passionate about building dynamic and engaged communities that improve lives and change perceptions. Margaret can be contacted at margaret@sixtyandme.com

Latest Posts By Margaret Manning

8 years ago

Happy 70th Birthday Olivia Newton-John – We Love Your Talent and Your Beautiful Heart

Olivia Newton-John, who turns 70 today, on September 26th, had a fascinating start to her life. She was born in Cambridge, England, to a Welsh father, Brinley (“Bryn”) Newton-John, and a Berlin-born mother. Her mother, Irene Helene, was the eldest child of the Nobel Prize-winning atomic physicist Max Born. Read More

8 years ago

5 Fashion Tips for Older Women, Courtesy of an 83-Year-Old Model (Video)

Fashion can be a wonderful way to express your personality and attitude toward life. If you don’t have any ideas how to go about it, tune in to this interview with an amazing 83-year-old model. Enjoy the show!

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8 years ago

What is “Slow Travel” and How Can it Get You Moving Again?

There was a time in my life when travel was all about cramming in as many experiences as I could in a short period of time. So, like many of you, I rushed through every city that I visited, checking off all of the tourist spots and chatting with as many people as possible along the way. But, as we get a little older, some of us find this frantic pace, well… a little stressful. If this sounds like you, I want to introduce you to the concept of “slow travel.” I hope that it helps you to reignite your love for travel! Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

8 years ago

Book of the Week: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine – Surviving and Thriving with Loneliness

If you have ever felt alone, lonely and disconnected from the world, you will resonate with the character in Gail Honeyman’s book, Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine. Read More

8 years ago

Happy 69th Birthday Bruce Springsteen – Born to Run and Not Slowing Down Yet

Bruce Springsteen has been a pop icon for almost 40 years. As such, his career has mirrored the lives of those of us who are in our 60s. On September 23rd, he turns 69 and I wanted to take a look at his life and wish him a very happy birthday on behalf of the Sixty and Me community. Read More

8 years ago

Happy 84th Birthday Sophia Loren – We Love Your Authenticity and Passion for Life

I love Sophia Loren. There is something about her authenticity and passion for life that makes me want to do more. Today, on September 20th, Sophia celebrates her 84th birthday. Let’s take a look at her life and wish her all the best! Read More

8 years ago

Happy 69th Birthday Lesley Hornby – As Twiggy, You Inspired the Swinging Sixties!

We all know Twiggy, the English model, actress and singer, who became a symbol of the “swinging sixties.” She was only 16 when she became widely popular and her thin frame, short hair and big eyes look took the world by storm. She was named “The Face of 1966” by the Daily Express and voted British Woman of the Year. 50 years later, she is celebrating her 69th birthday! Let’s wish her all the best. Read More

8 years ago

What is the Secret to a Happy Retirement? Advice from the Sixty and Me Community

Turning 60 is a scary experience for a lot of women. Unlike other birthdays, we are not worried about “getting old.” We are not concerned about a few more wrinkles or the fact that we have gained a few extra pounds. No, the issues that we face as we enter our 60s are deeper. Read More

8 years ago

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

8 years ago

5 Fun Tips for Dressing Stylishly After 60

Dressing stylishly is different after 60 – not because women our age should or shouldn’t wear certain things – but because we can finally let go of trends and be unapologetically, enthusiastically ourselves. Today, I want to share an article by one of our bloggers, Susan Good. In it, she offers 5 fun tips for dressing stylishly after 60. I hope you will share your style tips with your sisters as well! Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More