Ethical stocking stuffers for the over-50 elf in all of us. When I was a child, all our family members had a stocking hanging on (yes) the mantle. I remember my name written in cursive, in sparkles. There was a… Continue Reading
Six best style sites, even if you’re not a fashionista. I don’t consider myself a fashionista, but I do love fashion. And since the pandemic began, I’m spending more time on virtual fashion than on my own wardrobe. I like… Continue Reading
The best moments of your week? I’m working on adding joy to my days and being more conscious of it. Turning 65 has brought an awareness that this is not a forever ride, this life thing. So many milestones have… Continue Reading
What’s in a name? I had to go back to the Courthouse recently (socially distanced and masked), to re-apply for my updated passport. It’s a long, complicated, and bureaucratic story that I won’t bore you with. But the heart of… Continue Reading
How to get a beach body: you already have one. Like many teen girls, I struggled with negative body image. I was a little overweight, not a lot, but Twiggy shot onto the scene when I was about 11 (and… Continue Reading
Is a fashion tribe a thing? After stumbling on an article about dressing “appropriately” over 50, I was sensitive about publishing this post. But I also found an article in The Guardian by “Invisible Woman” that, while geared toward women… Continue Reading
Five habits I thought I would have outgrown by now. In my seventh decade, I have a lot of wisdom. Many childish habits and worries have fallen by the side. Confidence has replaced youthful insecurities. I am experienced in love,… Continue Reading
It’s the little things . . . . I think grooming and preening can become massive chores. Trying out a new lipstick is fun, and so is flipping through magazines/Pinterest looking for fab new hairstyles. But I don’t want to… Continue Reading