There are many ways to brew a cup of Joe like French Press, pour-over, drip, and expresso, which I was already familiar with. However, I had never heard of siphon brewing until I was invited to a special press event in Los Angeles, along with other writers, to watch a demo of the Siphonysta coffeemaker. We were treated to a lovely morning of coffee tasting and met with … [Read more...]
Do You Love Pets and Need Extra Money? Try Petsitting
Do you love animals but don't want the responsibility of pet ownership? Owning a pet can be stressful and expensive depending on your situation. I lost both of my chihuahuas a while back due to old age and am still trying to catch up with their vet bills. Recently, I've added petsitting as an extra source of income because it's fun and easy, and I get my pet love without the … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Downsizing and Upsizing Your Home
Most people associate getting older with downsizing. The kids have “flown the coop,” and you might want less house to have to deal with or pay for. But, according to a recent CNBC article, many Baby Boomers are upgrading their homes instead of downsizing. There are plenty of reasons why, from the recent pandemic to changes in spending habits. But, the trend is starting to … [Read more...]
Is Your Living Situation Going to Work for You 10 Years From Now?
I spent 10 days cat-sitting for a friend of a friend who lives alone in a small old house on a hillside. She’s over 50 and it got me thinking about how her living situation may have to change in the future. There are steep steps to get to her front door and the backyard garden has a series of terraced steps. I was put in charge of watering her plants, so I had to drag a hose … [Read more...]
Alternative Housing Options for Single Older Women
It is said that home is where the heart is. But now more than ever, our lives are increasingly mobile, and home does not necessarily mean what it used to. “Home” may not be that stable touchstone it once was, the place where decades — and even whole generations — of memories were made. Indeed, perhaps now more than ever, the only constant is change. And for single women of … [Read more...]
