The importance of sharing yourself with family and friends over the holidays can not be overstated! A good hostess loves to entertain her family and guests! She is happy opening her door to those she loves and cares for. Her family and guests can always feel her joy. By understanding the emotional needs of your […]

The topic of widowhood often comes up in my private Facebook group, Celebrate Life, especially around the holidays. Many women after 50 have suffered the devastating loss of a spouse. I am certain there will be discussions on how to deal with widowhood during the Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Hanukkah holidays. (If you are interested in […]

Darlings, it is with great excitement and honor that I am finally able to tell you all about my inclusion in the Marquis Who’s Who – I can’t believe this feature has come after years of journaling my thoughts.  It’s sort of a strange thing – one, to talk about myself like this, and two, […]

Someone asked me what I love and deplore about aging, and an instant vision came to my mind. This week, I was sitting in our car at a red light with my ultimate concierge on Michigan Ave. Many people were crossing the street in front of the car. Being a visual person, I noticed the […]

October 11 is the International Day of the Girl Child, as declared by the United Nations. This global observance is to honor and empower girls across the globe. Given the skills and the right opportunities, 600 million teenage girls can become resourceful, creative, and resilient.  After reading many articles, I was led to wonder.  As […]