Why Ankle Boots Are One of the Hottest Fall Fashion Trends for Women over 60
The weather is starting to get cooler in my part of the country and that means fall fashion for most of us! The ankle boot may not be a new trend, but it is definitely one that has stood the test of time and works for any woman who has feet – ha ha! Read More
Think Yoga is Just for Women? Think Again!
1000s of older adults have used these videos to reduce the stiffness in their bodies, increase their energy and eliminate stress. You can too! Do you miss having the energy to enjoy your favorite sports? Do you want to be an explorer in the best years of your life? Do you want to show your partner that […]
Read MoreHow I Learned to Avoid Senior Scams, While Traveling, the Hard Way
Do you think as Baby Boomers we are more of a target for thieves and scammers? Are we really that vulnerable? One thing I do know is that it is the most stressful part of travel if it happens to you. Read More
4 Tips to Convince an Elderly Parent to Stop Driving
What do you do when your elderly parent is no longer a safe driver?
How to get an elderly person to stop driving is a top concern among caregivers. If you’ve discovered that your parent or someone close to you is no longer a safe driver, talking to them about giving up the car keys is one of the most difficult conversations to have. But it is one that’s extremely important. Read More
Why White is the New Power Color for Older Ladies
In case you hadn’t noticed white is “in” this year. We’ve seen it everywhere from the runway to the Royals. It’s been worn by religious figures to representatives of both sides of the US political arena. It’s been suggested that white is the color of purity and signifies loftiness. This implies that the wearer exists on an elevated plane. Think, Mother Teresa. Read More
Happy 75th Birthday Martha Stewart – The Domestic Guru Who Does it All!
I almost can’t believe that Martha Stewart is 75 today on August 3rd, 2016. Where does the time go?
I probably don’t need to tell you that Martha Stewart is a creative genius and an incredibly complex woman. In her early life, she was a model, stockbroker and caterer. Then, she made her name as an author, cook, gardener, home décor expert, businesswoman, actor, makeup maven and, finally, entrepreneur! Read More
63-Year-Old Punk-Pop Star Cyndi Lauper Supports Feminism
A little more than three decades ago, singer Cyndi Lauper told us that girls just want to have fun. Today, at age 63, Lauper is teaching us that mature women can still have a good time. Read More
Ever Thought of Taking a Road Trip in Spain? What’s Stopping You?
Does the idea of taking a road trip in Spain appeal to you?
Perhaps you remember when actress Gwyneth Paltrow and Chef Mario Batali made a 13-part TV series back in 2008 called “Spain On the Road Again.” They made the trip with food writer Mark Bittman and actress Claudio Bassols. Read More
Following My Mother’s Funeral Hearse Back Through History
My mother’s last journey on earth was in the fall of 2014 as her casket was carried from the Presbyterian Church to the cemetery. As we drove behind the hearse through the village of Wendell, Idaho, I recognized the three-mile trip as a snapshot of her life. Read More
Mama Bear Instincts Send New Grandma Into Attack Mode
Growing up we lived several miles from the nearest town. I wandered the woods and rocky cliffs along the Mississippi River. At six or seven years old, Mother sent me with an empty honey pail to pick wild strawberries in the meadow or blueberries in the marsh. I never thought to be afraid. Read More