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.
Sweaters — like everything else — have trended up as the temperatures have cooled down. This fall season, it’s all about the ruffles, bows and extravagant sleeves, but as women who are wise beyond our years, we know they’ll whiz in and out of style faster than you can say pashmina. However, basic styles […]
Once a month I am very fortunate to be one of several women bloggers who participate in a conference call. We discuss a multitude of topics. I look forward to the exchange. On last week’s call, I was struck by a topic brought up by one of our members, Donne, who is the owner […]
With many of the holidays (and the weekend) just around the corner, it’s time to start party planning! The ultimate hostess makes entertaining in her home fun in every way. She has learned her skills and combines them with a warmth that makes friends and family feel that their presence makes the evening special. And, […]
By Billy Kaderli As many know, I am more than willing to offer financial advice in order to help others to become financially independent. The sooner the better – that’s good for everyone, right? I met a lady at a recent event that Akaisha and I attended, and in our visiting together I steered the conversation […]
A Rabbi asked a group of women: “Is the word retirement a positive or negative expression? Please raise your hands for positive and then for negative.” It seemed I had no control over my hand as it flew up into the air when he called out the word negative! I actually wanted to raise both hands […]