Eventually, to maintain a healthy diet, you must cook. Two years after moving to Mexico part-time, I began writing a cookbook, The Lazy Expat: Healthy Recipes That Translate in Mexico. It’s for travelers, snowbirds and expats trying to cook “their food” in Mexico…
Read MoreGeorge Lucas famously advised aspiring writers, “Don’t avoid the clichés – they are clichés because they work!” Why? Because they contain a truth. Yet, he also cautioned that clichés become problematic when overused. Predictability saps their impact and strips…
Read MoreThe holiday season is a wonderful time to embrace festive gatherings, cozy evenings, and brisk outdoor strolls. As temperatures drop, finding outerwear and accessories that keep you warm without sacrificing style becomes key. From statement coats to elegant…
Read MoreIn our younger days, I’d watch the older couples next to us in restaurants – and I’d vow we’d never be like them. Those folks who sat across from each other and ate their meals in silence…
Read MoreWhether going to a special event, enjoying a night on the town, or participating in a gathering with friends, the right dressy top can effortlessly encapsulate your essence of style. Dressy tops quickly go from day to night, becoming a wardrobe…
Read MoreAs we age, our skin undergoes various changes, such as reduced elasticity, dryness, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. For women over 50, finding makeup products that cater to these evolving needs can make a world of difference in achieving a flawless…
Read MoreIf there’s one thing I’ve learned in my years of teaching Pilates, it’s that the way we feel in our bodies often tells us more than any scale, tape measure, or fitness app ever could. And yet, so many of us – even after decades of wisdom – find ourselves chasing quick fixes or short-term…
Read MoreAs you move into your 60s and beyond, what images come to your mind when you hear the word ‘November’? Depending on where you live, you may have only positive connotations associated with this month…
Read MoreWhen I sold my business several years ago, keeping it confidential kept me up most nights. I was equally concerned about keeping clients in the dark and our team from feeling betrayed when they found out. However, I knew I’d need to let all key stakeholders…
Read MoreYour sense of fashion is like fine wine. It’s really catching its stride when you hit your 60s. That’s true for plus size women, too. If you’re in your 60s now, you may have struggled with negativity about your body all your life…
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