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.
It’s often said that women want it all but, truth be told, I think we secretly want less… think fewer crow’s feet, fewer sunspots, and fewer vertical lip lines. Instead of banning the use of magnifying mirrors (which, let’s face it, some of us really need), I challenge you to embrace aging gracefully while taking […]

These days, no matter what the topic, the talk is all about sustainability. In regard to financial sustainability, there are three legs to the stool: income, spending, and investments. Let’s dive into each! Creating & Achieving Financial Sustainability Income Income is derived from the money you make through your job, using physical or mental labor, […]

Spring cleaning doesn’t always mean just cleaning out your closet or tidying up your office space, darlings. It is healthy to take a close-up look at our relationships, to rid of any negative energy around us, and to spend a little more time pampering ourselves. Sometimes it is only then that we feel truly refreshed […]

Have you been to the spa lately, darlings? Will you be rewarding yourself with some pampering after completing your list of spring cleaning chores? I just might! But whether you’ve made an appointment or not, these five celebrity women over 50 are sharing their secret beauty treats that are spa-worthy any day of the week! […]

The pilot says, “We will be landing in 25 minutes.” I think to myself, “I am going home. There is no place like home.” Our American Airlines flight from California circles the city, and as it dips under the low hanging clouds, a gorgeous view of my beautiful Chicago appears. I am mesmerized by its […]
