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.
How to Heal From Loss This week I received several Ask Honey questions on loss. Loss is a difficult subject to write about because it’s emotionally disturbing on different levels. It covers so many issues. From the loss of words or time, to loss of important papers or an iPhone. Or even the loss […]

My grandchildren, whom I call the “Grands,” live across America. I can’t smother them with kisses. Nor can I wipe away a tear. It was like this long before COVID-19 hit earlier this year. It is hard because I can’t solve an immediate problem or share their immediate joys because I cannot be involved in […]

We made it to August, darling. It’s been hot, and some days feel especially long and hard, but I am so grateful for my health and the health of my family. This year, we have lots to be thankful for, and I’m especially looking forward to my daughter coming home for our annual family celebration. […]

Let’s talk about compassion and empathy… Compassion and Cognitive Empathy Her name was Marla Lane. We were seven years old. We were in the second grade but not in the same class. It was the first year hot lunches were served in my school in Kankakee by the Sea. I noticed Marla Lane in the […]

Hello darlings! Today’s Guest Contributor is the lovely and talented, Mitzi Beach. Mitzi is an expert in downsizing ones’ home, a topic I know interests many of you. I hope you love this article as much as I did. Enjoy! (This post was updated on July 28, 2020) Downsizing Is Essential The timing for writing […]
