My typical online searches fall somewhere between WebMD and sheer panic:“Why do I have this mysterious rash on my chest?”“Does castor oil really reduce wrinkles?”“How can I treat vertigo without tipping over in public?” But nothing prepared me for the day I found myself Googling:“What to do when your 76-year-old partner of 25 years cheats on you—with multiple women.” I … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Keep Your Feet and Knees from Aching Over 60
My feet and knees have been aching lately. I believe part of it is because I am the main babysitter for my infant grandson, who, at the time I am writing this, just turned 7 months old. For a baby who was born at 4.5 lbs, he is becoming a football player. It's not his fault, though, because most of my problems started when I was a kid. My ankles turned in, and I was told to … [Read more...]
Best of Baby Boomer Blogs: Memorial Day Weekend Reflections
It’s Memorial Day Weekend 2025, and a time to remember all who were lost in wars and conflicts past and present in the United States. It’s also a weekend of picnics, family time, and entertainment. Last weekend, I was in Cleveland, Ohio, attending a wedding. The next day, my family and I made a pilgrimage to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Museum. Many of the guests were … [Read more...]
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland Tracks Baby Boomer’s Life Soundtrack
I flew to Cleveland, Ohio, for a wedding. Afterward, a few family members and I drove to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Museum. I noticed that most of the visitors were Baby Boomers. That isn't surprising because Rock and Roll first became popular while we were growing up. Some visitors used walkers or wheelchairs, and my feet were aching from fallen arches. It was an … [Read more...]
The Best Resort Wear for Women Over 50 in 2025
I traveled to San Jose del Cabo in Baja, Mexico, with my daughter to research hotels and restaurants for her upcoming wedding. My weather app said it would be 75 degrees, so I brought jeans and long-sleeved tops, thinking it might get chilly in the evening. Was I ever wrong? From the moment I got there, I was sweating like a pig. Although the weather was mild, there was … [Read more...]
