A while back, during a long overdue, post-pandemic visit to Minnesota, my 13-year-old nephew Thomas asked me an important question, one I’ll never forget. “Auntie Dawnie, are you rich?” I smiled at his sincerity and replied, “What’s rich, Thomas?” He tilted his head, thinking. “Well… do you have a lot of money?” “What’s a lot of money?” I asked. He didn’t … [Read more...]
Rocking the Best Jeans for Women Over 60 by Body Shape
Finding the perfect pair of jeans can sometimes be difficult for women of any age, but once you are over 60, it can be darn right challenging. Comfort, fit, and style are super important to me. Emphasis on comfort. We all come in different sizes and body shapes, so what is trending may not be the most flattering style for you. In this post, you will find a guide to the best … [Read more...]
How I Really Feel About What is Happening in the World for Those Who Want to Know
I received an email after one of my newsletters came out. The email was from a subscriber and read: “Fascism has now been imposed in America, a genocide has likely killed more than 100,00 people in Gaza, Israel is engaged in its 78th year of land theft….and this is only the beginning. The topics in your blog are the last things I care about. Please remove me from … [Read more...]
Ever Been Called a “Princess?” Time to Own It
May 9 marks the 30th anniversary of Hollywood’s remake of the classic story, A Little Princess—but the original message from Frances Hodgson Burnett’s 1905 novel still hits home: “All women are princesses. It is our right.” That’s not the sparkly tiara, ballroom gown, rescued-by-a-prince kind of princess. Burnett’s heroine, Sara Crewe, held onto her dignity, grace, and … [Read more...]
Best of Baby Boomer Blogs: Spring Frolic
Spring has sprung and it’s a time for renewal. While many are cleaning out their homes, others are cleaning our brains. We have all been through a lot in the last few months. Sometimes, we need a good SCREAM to release tension. I was given a very funny SCREAM pillow to try. It's called The Shoutlet. It has noise suppression so whenever you feel the urge, you can SCREAM … [Read more...]