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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Chicago, My Chicago   My darlings, as you know I love my beautiful Chicago. Living here with my husband Shelly is good for my soul and also for my growth. Chicago is an old city full of history and culture. The sheer amount of activities and places you can explore are endless. If you have […]

2019 Chicago Hot Spots & Favorites

Travel

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My readers, this week our guest blog is written by one of my darlings, Carolyn Baum. I connected with Carolyn on Facebook and she wrote this lovely article for us all to enjoy. She talks about her journey in life and turning 70! Happy reading. Finding Honey Good I was first attracted to the Honey […]

Is 70 the New 50?

Passages After 50

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Home Sweet Home I am so happy to be home in my beloved Chicago. Starting off my mornings with work, walking my dog America and spending time with Shelly is something I am grateful for every day. I hope you are beginning your Saturday morning just the way you like! Enjoy your weekend and do […]

Weekend Musings: Home, Fashion, Travel Planning & More!

Advice

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“Oy, now she’s getting an Apple Watch!” Those were the first words Ines uttered after reading my musing, Serendipity Is No Accident. Who Is Ines? I would describe Ines as part Albert Einstein and part Mother Earth. She is extremely intelligent, disciplined, organized, strong, determined, devoted and beyond patient. There aren’t enough adjectives to adequately […]

Oy, Now She’s Getting an Apple Watch

Relationships

Learn to be tech savvy over 50

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I asked my ultimate concierge about how to create strong relationships with your in-laws. He told me it is wise to treat them as good friends and include them as your family. Moreover, if they are great in-laws, go out of your way to be even greater. If they are not good in-laws, continue to […]

How To Create Strong Relationships With Your In-Laws

Relationships

Shelly Good Father's Day Gifts

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