Keeping your cool when the political climate makes you want to blow your top
The political climate is hell. The state of the country, the state of the world, the state of our relationships with others, are all stressful and scary. Thousands of folks are angry and rallying back against what they feel is unjust. In times like this it is very...
Recreating Yourself Post-40
This article is about eliminating things from your life that are preventing you from living authentically. I’ve reinvented myself several times throughout my life. I belong to the camp of “if you don’t like something, change it.” I admire women...
Five Effective (& Frugal) Things to Make You Feel Healthier and Happier
If you are over 40 (and even if you ARE NOT), here are 5 simple, frugal every day life Savoire-faire ideas to help you feel better, have more energy and look terrific! 1. START EVERY DAY WITH A BIG GLASS OF WATER AND VISUALIZE YOUR IDEAL DAY If you are like me, when...
Feeling lost in a new job? Empower yourself with this simple language switch!
I did something today that made me proud of myself. I’ve been feeling kind of stupid at my new job — it’s been tough going from a job I had for over 14 years, where I knew so much, to knowing nothing at all: not the processes, not the people, where to find things, the...
My Son is Gay & Fabulous! Accepting Your Children For Who They Are
My son – my only son – is Gay and Fabulous! I don’t care if the whole world knows about it. I think it’s fabulous and I think he is fabulous. And I sincerely hope my fellow readers who have children, whether young or old, also accept their children for who...
Wear this BADGE Loud and Proud — The Multi-Generational Femme Extraordinaire
Most of us at this point have lived (perhaps only as small children) and have a few memories of the 1950’s; some of us more-so remember the 1960’s as small children or toddlers, many of us remember the 1970’s very well, growing up in a 70’s...
The importance of embracing change
Generally speaking, humans are creatures of habit. We find things we like, and we stick to them. Sometimes this is a good and positive thing, but if it’s something that holds you back or harms you, this is bad. As aging women, we are having changes thrown at us...
Just because we’re old doesn’t mean we know what the hell we’re doing!
There’s an assumption that when one reaches adulthood, one knows how to handle life and all the challenges it throws at us. Older isn’t always wiser. The truth is, most of us are just fumbling our way through life, navigating without a map. Growing up in my...
Introverts Unite (Separately, in Your Own Homes)
I’m an only child. I don’t know if that’s specifically why I’m an introvert, but I am. I have always been able to spend time alone, and even live alone, in complete bliss. Wiktionary defines introverted as: “Preferring the internal, satisfied with self, lacking...
When was the last time you did something just for YOU?
We live in a busy, busy age. It seems like we’re always rushing: to work, to activities, to errands. We’re running out of — or simply don’t make — time to stop and smell the roses. In our lives as women, we frequently prioritize other...
Compliments: keep them coming…and going
Have you ever been out of the house and feeling frumpy yet someone still gives you a compliment? Or know you’re looking fabulous and someone compliments it? Either way, you feel a bit better, don’t you? Giving compliments is good not only for the receiver but for you...
Overdressed? Psssh. Everyone else is UNDERdressed.
With the advent of Casual Friday, an earth-shifting change occurred in the way we dress. Casual Friday as a concept gradually creeped out of the workplace and into everyday clothing choices. Comfort became the #1 priority. Is comfort a bad thing? ABSOLUTELY NOT! But...
Why you should go ahead and f*cking curse
At our age, many of us may remember ourselves or our friends getting their mouths washed out with soap for saying curse words. Cursing was taught to be bad, though it was also said to be something that was ok for grown-ups. Hmm. I remember I was in grade school,...
The Sparkle Factor — Making and Keeping Golden Friends
Ok, here is some food for thought: The only way to have a friend is to be one. Ralph Waldo Emerson It all seems so simple doesn’t it? But, how do we maintain that Sparkle Factor — you know, maintaining a Golden friendship as we grow older or trying to...
The Hidden Costs of Vanity
Vanity is something no woman is immune to, even if it’s on a very small scale. We all want to look our best, and we have our individual standards for what that means. And all of us are familiar with the historic barrage of media, advertisements, miracle cures,...
Use the Good Stuff Everyday
When I was growing up, we had Erma Bombeck for advice. Erma had an answer for everything. Divorce, uncomfortable social situations, etiquette: Erma had you covered. These days, the internet has made women like Erma irrelevant. She would’ve been lost in the...
The Invisible String and the Cloak of Dignity
I’m a collector of advice. I’m a good listener. And I absorb advice that resonates with me. This is some of that advice.Over the years, I’ve encountered many women who had Good Things To Say. I remember these women frequently. When they have...
Childfree Women Over 40: What Does the Future Hold?
I’m going to be upfront: this article contains a lot of harsh truths that we just don’t like to talk about in polite conversation. But we’re not polite. We are direct, honest, and upfront. Straight shooters, if you will. Stick with us!As a woman,...
The Silver Years (Admit, It We’re Getting Old)
As we embark upon what I will deem our “silver years” (because after all we aren’t the Golden Girls), it causes one to do a little soul-searching and much reflection. What happened? How did we get here? Are those sparkle-gray hairs really sprouting up and reproducing...
How to get over your FOMO
When we’ve achieved a certain age, a lot of freedom is the result. Remember being young and being slightly (if not full-on) envious of “old” people who seemingly get away with doing and saying outrageous things? You might have said to yourself, “I can’t wait until I’m...
Women: Stop Saying “I’m Sorry”
We are natural apologizers. It’s in our DNA. And it’s time to knock that crap off. We say “I’m sorry” at the drop of a hat. We are terrified of hurting people’s feelings, we want to make everyone happy, we are sympathetic, we want people...Advertisement
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