I am a mother, grandmother, and wife who suffers from chronic grief. My life has not been in balance for some time. My beloved Ultimate Concierge is battling vascular dementia, and my adult children have chosen estrangement, carrying my grandchildren with them on this most unpleasant and hurtful journey. Yet, life still delivers unexpected gifts. […]

Darling, I’ve come to believe that every woman over 50 should carve out a part of her life that belongs to her alone. Something that brings her joy, lights her soul, and smooths the edges of what causes distress. Not every problem can be solved, but many can be softened with time, tenderness, and the […]

I often wonder why my thirst for living doesn’t age as my skin does. Then last week, quite by accident, I stumbled upon an answer while listening to an author speak during a TED Talk. She said, “A woman’s soul never dies.” Those words stopped me in my tracks and in that moment, I finally […]

Spring is a season of rebirth and possibility. Just like the earth turns over its soil and opens to new beginnings, so too must we, dear reader. With great care, vulnerability, and purpose, I have chosen this season to refresh and revitalize the resources I offer for estranged mothers and grandmothers across the globe. Yes, […]

Darling, I’ve often said that the right lipstick is more than just a pop of color– it’s a secret weapon, a symbol and a little tube of magic. Lipstick has walked with me through the most memorable chapters of my life, from romantic dinners in Paris to those mornings when I needed a little nudge […]