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.
Let’s talk about relationships during lockdown… If I was asked today to interpret in one sentence my mood over the last eleven months on the planet of Elsewhere, I would say, “For almost one year I have forlorn living an isolated and fearful life on an artificial planet. And, I don’t like anything artificial.” You […]

Years ago, I was flying with my husband, Shelly (my Ultimate Concierge.) At that time, over the course of three weeks, we flew home to Chicago from our second home in Palm Springs so we can spend quality time with my treasured, aging mother, then back to Palm Springs and then to New York. It […]

With all my heart I believed that taking the high road was the end-all in any given situation. I am beginning to backtrack because I believe that in certain instances taking the high road is an excuse for being compliant or lacking negotiation skills. As well, a way for women of our generation to be […]

Dating is tough, and it can take us a while to find love, even when we work hard at it. Throughout this process, it can be tempting to settle for anyone who will have us or lower our dating standards. Many single people feel pressure from society to lower their standards or compromise on their […]

Healthy Skin Maintaining healthy, glowing skin is a commitment that extends far beyond the summer months. As the seasons change and winter approaches, your skin faces new challenges that require a thoughtful winter skincare routine. Cold temperatures, dry air, and less sunlight can all impact your skin health, making it more important than ever to […]
