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.
I have lived a charmed life. I used to say, “I am so busy, I am dizzy” because of a dazzling lifestyle. With my ultimate concierge by my side, life was almost perfect. We had dismal experiences, but we survived. We were a team. Together we defeated our troubles. On a personal note, I soared. […]
Traveling the World with My Grandchildren After 50 is a Privilege “Oh, the places I’ve been,” -Dr. Seuss I have wanderlust in my blood. Sharing my feelings about travel with my grandchildren is a privilege. Like me, you are at the stage in life where you have the time to plan a journey with your […]
By Dr. Margo Jacquot Are your holidays with family neither merry nor bright? This time of year tickles our expectations for tidings of great joy celebrating holidays with family. But what happens when your family brings you feelings that are quite the opposite? What happens when you just don’t like or can’t get along with your […]
13 Surprising Facts About Grandparents I remember … Times have changed but they will never be forgotten. With nostalgia for the good old days when my family lived close to one another, I jotted down an important childhood memory. Why important? Because it showed and taught me how a family should interact. I will never […]
With all the recent events in the world this last year, it got me thinking about the life lessons our grandchildren and young people need now. Some years ago, I was in conversation with a religious man who asked me, “What does the word holy mean to you?” After much thought, I answered with my […]