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.
I’ve been happily married to my retired husband, my Ultimate Concierge, for many years. If you’re wondering how do you deal with a retired husband, the answer is to talk openly, help him stay connected and purposeful, balance togetherness with your own interests, and protect your relationship as you adjust to new routines. Today I’m […]

Your style after 50 stays true and steady even though “fashion” is here today gone tomorrow. Some say, “Don’t look back, you’re not going that way.” Some say, “History repeats itself.” I say the truth is somewhere in the middle, actually. Today, I am sharing some thoughts about what my favorite ensembles have taught me […]

Whether it’s the right foundation for women over 50 or you just like to keep things maintenance, these makeup tips for women 50 and up will help you look your best without a lot of fuss.

It’s easy to give advice to a troubled friend, “Learn to count your blessings.” But how? How does one focus on the good — so that it may grow — and minimize the negative? Each week I look forward to getting a manicure. I don’t believe in the more creative options such as gels or […]

The love and devotion my Ultimate Concierge and I have received from our dogs, our beautiful Orchid, and our deliciously happy America, have outweighed any troubles either pooch has gotten themselves into. Such examples include eating shoes, awakening me at 3:00 am to take a necessary walk, or running off with my clothes. Our Soft-Coated […]
