Birthdays are supposed to be happy yet often aren’t – especially for aging women. In our youth-obsessed culture, aging has become a four-letter word, and many women over 50 feel there is nothing to celebrate as they turn a year older. So, they self-sabotage their birthday joy, turn it into the birthday blues, and shrug it off saying “It’s just another day.” Does that sound … [Read more...]
How to Dress if You Are a Petite Apple Shape Over 50
An apple-shaped body is a body type where weight is primarily carried around the midsection, with a fuller abdomen, waist, and upper body. People with this shape often have broader shoulders, a larger bust, and slimmer hips and legs. Apple shapes store fat around the stomach rather than the hips and thighs. Think of Catherine Zeta-Jones or Drew Barrymore. In my younger days, … [Read more...]
Best of Boomer Blogs: Valentine’s Sweet Thoughts
I hope your week was filled with chocolate or flowers whether you have a Valentine or not. Even though the holiday is known for its commercial appeal, it does have a history. Valentine’s Day may have originated from the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia celebrated in mid-February. It was a pagan fertility celebration dedicated to Faunus, the Roman God of agriculture, … [Read more...]
Best Online Exercise Programs for Women Over 50 for 2025
Fitness is a huge concern for women over 50 and many of us take it very seriously. Living a healthy lifestyle is the best way to stay healthy and look younger. No beauty device can replace it. But finding the best program to meet our aging and changing bodies is not always easy. In my opinion, exercise should be fun and not torture. Going to the gym isn’t always convenient … [Read more...]
Why Are People Horrified When Women Age?
This is a bit of a rant. I keep seeing articles in my news app comparing female celebrities with how they looked when they were young and what they look like now. Their aging photos almost always look haggard or washed out. Watch my video talking about how society views aging in women The message is that women who age become dried-up old prunes who will never work … [Read more...]
