How to Make Stained Glass
Whether you’re drawn to the vibrant colors or the interplay of light and shadow, creating your own stained glass masterpiece is a rewarding and fulfilling endeavor. While learning how to make stained glass may seem intimidating initially, this beginner’s guide will provide…
Read MoreFinding Calm in the Storm: Holistic Strategies for Parents Over 60 Supporting Adult Children with Emotional Issues
Faith, a caring mother in her 60s, faced one of the hardest challenges of her life. Her 51-year-old daughter and 18-year-old grandson were living with her. Although Faith loved them deeply, their presence created ongoing stress and constant conflicts in her home. Over time…
Read More11 Great Cocktail Dresses for Women Over 50
Have a party, a wedding, a formal or semi-formal event to attend? A cocktail dress is probably what you need. Cocktail dresses are dresses that are dressy yet not too extravagant. They are also sometimes called tea dresses…
Read MoreFather’s Day: Celebrating Men’s Role in Raising Healthy Children
In honor of my father, who died in 2020 at the age of 93, I’m opening a conversation about men and boys. My father was typical of his time, showing love for our family by working hard and providing for us. He often did not have much time for his children. We became…
Read MoreSmoked Chicken Salad: My Favorite Shortcut to Flavor
Most people know about chicken salad. But have you heard of smoked chicken salad? I first discovered smoked chicken salad as an appetizer at a little local restaurant. One bite and I was hooked. It was creamy, smoky, and just the right kind of addictive – the kind of snack…
Read More4 Ways to Support Your Adult Children When They Become Parents
While grandparenting can be one of the greatest gifts, I reflect on what I wrote before I had grandchildren and agree with Clare Ansberry about “ceding control” to our adult children when they become parents. Since having a grandchild (now five years old), I also want to elaborate…
Read MoreHelping Adult Children Financially – Retirement
When Baby Boomers started their working lives, retirement pensions were more common. However, starting in the 1970s, the IRA and 401(k) revolution kicked off the transition away from defined benefit plans (pensions) to defined contribution plans like 401(k)s…
Read MoreWhy Knitting Makes Me Feel Cool, Chic, Fun, and Active (It’s Not for Old Ladies Anymore!)
Knitting used to be associated with lonely old ladies. Back in the day, knitting was an affordable way to have a sweater. In high school, I remember going to my town’s local fabric shop and seeing a meagre selection of uninteresting yarn for me…
Read MoreHow to Create Your Own Fabulous Boho Chic Look at 60+
Back in my 20s, I was one of the first generation plus-size models in the UK. I loved it. It felt liberating as a curvier woman to wear beautiful clothes and try on different styles. I modelled for fashion magazines, clothing companies and had fun sashaying…
Read MoreThe New No-Makeup Look Explained Plus Tips How You Can Achieve It
The new no-makeup look is taking the beauty world by storm, proving that less truly can be more. This effortless trend is all about embracing your natural beauty with minimal products and a focus on skincare. Women over 50, in particular, are finding empowerment…
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