There’s an old saying I’ve never particularly liked: “When my time’s up, my time’s up.” Really? I’m not convinced. Of course, there are things we cannot control. I could walk out of my front door tomorrow and get hit by the proverbial bus. Life comes with no guarantees. But assuming I successfully avoid the bus, I don’t believe we are simply passive passengers … [Read more...]
Stylish Fall Clothing For Women Over 50 for 2026
Fall fashion depends on where you live. Here in Los Angeles, we barely know the difference between seasons. Still, you always want to be prepared for autumn weather and find flattering fashion pieces. As women over 50, it's easy to look like Pillsbury Dough Girls in overly bulky and shapeless clothing. When the weather cools down, I love natural fabrics such as wool, … [Read more...]
Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Retire
We’re all aware that being able to financially support ourselves during retirement is important, but it is only one part of retirement. Preparing for retirement should also include planning for what you want your retirement to look like. To truly create a retirement that you enjoy every day takes time - and there are some important questions to ask yourself before you … [Read more...]
5 Signs Your World Is Quietly Getting Smaller After 50
A smaller life is not necessarily a worse life. Many people reach a stage when they genuinely want fewer obligations, less rushing, and more time for the people and activities that matter most. The problem begins when the change happens so gradually that you do not notice your world has become smaller until it no longer feels like the world you want. After 50, ordinary life … [Read more...]
How Women Over 50 Can Turn Everyday Lifting Into Strength Training
When Rebecca wrote about her first week as a nanny grandmother, one line stopped me mid-scroll: "Each month I increase the amount of weight I lift." She was talking about her grandson. He arrived four weeks early at 4.5 pounds and has been adding to the load ever since. She also, without meaning to, offered the clearest plain-English take I have ever read on the rule behind … [Read more...]