Bama, China is known for its large population of centenarians and is considered to be a longevity hotspot according to the book, The Blue Zones. One of the secrets of many of the residents' long lives is their longevity soup. It's made with flavorful locally grown vegetables and fermented miso. The recipe below is a combination of … [Read more...]
Caribbean Style Guacamole
Get into a tropical mood at your next get-together or picnic with this astoundingly delicious Caribbean Guacamole recipe. Enjoy this recipe! Guacamole is always a party favorite, especially when the weather is warm, but why not try it with a little tropical mango thrown in to give it a little twist? There's guacamole and then there is KILLER guacamole. This … [Read more...]
The CEO of Albertini Int. Skincare Talks About Hydration During Menopause
Do you look at your skin nowadays and think to yourself . . . Mom, is that you? Is it dry, blotchy, and saggy? That's what happens when we get older unless we’re super diligent. I asked the CEO of Albertini International for her thoughts about hydration over 50 and how menopause affects our skin. Valorie Albertini has been deeply involved in the beauty business … [Read more...]
Tracey Thomas Directed Her First Film Over 60
I love it when women do things they’ve never done before. Tracey Thomas is a Baby Boomer from Milwaukee who produced and directed the documentary “My First and Last Film.” Now on Amazon Prime. She interviewed people she met who were over 60 to find out how they felt about aging. While the film was in production, Dennis, her cinematographer/ boyfriend is diagnosed with ALS … [Read more...]
Why You Should Escape to Tempe, Arizona
I was invited to attend a virtual tour of Tempe, Arizona, put on by the Tempe Tourism Office. The purpose was to encourage people to travel domestically post pandemic. I live about 6 hours away from Tempe in Los Angeles, so it's an easy trip. A convenient desert base camp Tempe is only 5-10 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and is the home of Arizona … [Read more...]