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. 

The Magazine

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The title of this story was messaged to me with no explanation of its meaning, so at first glance, I completely missed its significance. I thought of the abundance of love I feel for my Ultimate Concierge, my pooch America, and my family. And, I thought of the abundance of warmth and true friendship I […]

How to Tell It Like It Is With Love

Relationships

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After 50, our  age is our oyster. We have entered the stage of ‘“me.” The kids are grown. Many of us are retired. Many of us strike out on new adventures, moving to warmer climates and gated communities or near our grandchildren or traveling the world or starting a career or redoing our homes — […]

After 50, Our Age is Our Oyster

Relationships

Colors that heal us

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My husband, Sheldon (aka “Ultimate Concierge”) has a great love for fancy socks. Socks with stripes, socks with dots or socks with dogs – Shelly loves them all! The more patterned the better. His socks bring him such joy I know if Shelly is having a bad day, a bright new pair of socks will […]

How Great Socks Can Improve a Relationship

Style

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I am lucky to live in the United States of America because my grandfather and great grandfather had the courage and wisdom to leave their country. They ran away from Russia on foot to escape persecution because they sensed that life in that country would never change. Many people die waiting for change. Others know […]

Celebrating a Family Member’s Past

Relationships

Family Member

Many women over 50 do. I have found, the key to feeling relevant, important, and VISIBLE lies within you. I hope my free eBook will help you rediscover your purpose, and see the value that I so clearly see in you. 

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