I've never been the type of person to collect dolls, coins, stamps, teapots, or beanie babies. "Less is more” for me. However, I’ve taken to collecting the amazing and quirky old doors I've stumbled upon while walking through the streets of Europe. I love taking photographs of them because each has its own peculiar personality. My … [Read more...]
About Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski
Travel Essentials I Packed for Paris at 72: What Worked and What Didn’t
A while back, I wrote a post about essential travel gear for women over 50 that I planned to take on my next trip. Then I took a 7-day solo trip to Paris, France. Some of the items I brought with me came in handy, and some I never used. Watch my video about travel essentials for a long-haul flight As an older female traveler, my goal was to pack as light as possible … [Read more...]
Quince Haul for a Not So Skinny Woman Over 60
If you have never heard of Quince, an online clothing store, you may be missing out on something special. It has become one of my favorite clothing stores online. There are no physical stores. What I love about it is that you can purchase quality items in natural fabrics like linen, silk, and wool, at an affordable price. With almost every store out there selling clothes … [Read more...]
Best Casual Summer Clothes Women Over 50 Will Wear in 2026
If you are an older woman like me, you probably want to wear something breezy and cool when it's hot outside. Nothing is cooler than a breathable and lightweight dress. White and light-colored clothing rule! When you think about summer clothing, white is always cool and chic. But if white washes you out, go for light-colored pastels or off-white tones. Dark colors … [Read more...]
How I Planned My 7-Day Paris Itinerary As a 70+ Solo Female Traveler
It had been nearly a decade since my last trip to Europe. Life had gotten in the way, including the loss of my longtime travel companion. When I had the opportunity to spend a week in Paris, I immersed myself in researching the city for almost a year, reading articles, watching YouTube videos, and anything else I could get my hands on. I apologize in advance for this long … [Read more...]