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...]
Taking Pain Medication After Surgery or an Injury? Recognizing the Early Signs of Opioid Dependence
Recovering from surgery or an injury can be difficult at any age, but it may be especially challenging for older adults. A fall, broken bone, joint replacement, or other medical procedure can cause significant pain and temporarily interfere with everyday activities. Prescription pain medications, including opioids, can make recovery more manageable by reducing pain and helping … [Read more...]
LeMuse: How a Small Handmade Linen Fashion Company From Lithuania Has Gone International
As the daughter of a dressmaker, I appreciate handmade clothing. LeMuse is a company based in Vilnius, Lithuania, that specializes in relaxed, minimalist clothing made from natural fabrics. Because flax and linen have a long cultural tradition in the Baltic region, linen has become a signature part of the LeMuse collection. The company was founded in 2010 by designer Lina … [Read more...]
The Beauty Found in Rewriting Life’s Script in My 50s
I always pegged myself as someone who was going to follow a perfectly scripted plan for my life. Oh, how wrong I was After graduating college with honors, I paid my dues in television news and ultimately landed my dream job as a morning anchor in my hometown of Denver. A few years later, my husband and I welcomed healthy boy-girl twins into our lives. I was often … [Read more...]
What is Behind the Old Doors of Europe?
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...]