When life gives us lemons, we just have to make ourselves some sweet lemonade. Here you’ll find our musings, pearls of wisdom, and personal stories to guide you through life’s passages. Explore how to embrace your beauty with style, discover new adventures, navigate the nuances of relationships, pull back the curtain to deal with life changes, and resonate with the reflections of other women. 

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Honestly, darlings, the blues encompass a wide range of emotions from the depths of despair to the pain of Monday mornings. The word is a combination of sadness, *melancholy,*gloom and even despair. Obviously, there are a variety of reasons we experience the blues, depending on the circumstance. These feelings of discontent are especially common during […]

The Best Tips to Combat the Blues Over 50+

Passages After 50

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*Affiliate Disclosure It seems the whole country has fallen under a bit of a cold spell. Darlings, as a born and raised Midwesterner I know firsthand it is NOT EASY to look chic when you are freezing! I love my beautiful Chicago, but the city has absolutely forced me to invest in adorable winter wear, […]

Winter Hats for Women Over 50 to Beat the Cold Spell

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*Affiliate Disclosure The winter months might conjure up images of cozy nights by the fire, but for our delicate under-eye area, it can paint a less cozy picture – dryness, puffiness, and unwelcome shadows. Ditch the sad face, darlings, because I’m here to unveil some eye-opening secrets to keep your eyes sparkling bright. Remember, inner […]

Ultimate Guide to Winter Eye Creams: Find Your Perfect Match!

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best moisturizers fall for aging skin

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This popular post on ways to wear a sweater was originally written in 2018 and has been updated with fresh, new picks and styles. Enjoy, darling! *Affiliate Disclosure It’s sweater weather and this Chicago girl knows how to bundle up. And, darlings, we’re going to have to face the facts, we have a couple more […]

4 New Ways to Wear Sweaters This Winter

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New Year’s Eve is here! Happy New Year, darlings! The number one resolution women make is to lose weight and work out in the coming year. I have a better suggestion…make it a priority to stay visible in 2024. The desire to stay visible is shared by women across the globe, making this a worldwide […]

How to Get and Stay Visible in 2024

Passages After 50

Many women over 50 do. I have found, the key to feeling relevant, important, and VISIBLE lies within you. I hope my free eBook will help you rediscover your purpose, and see the value that I so clearly see in you. 

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