Skin in the game

While I will continue to shout from the mountain top all the reasons I’m loving my 50s, I also admit that this aging game is not “all play and no work”. Mother Earth, Father Time and I are in a dance off of sorts. A shot of gravity here, a touch of sun damage there, and… Continue reading Skin in the game

Live Laugh Love

November and December – holiday season – “the most wonderful time of the year”, this 2016 season has tested me. My jolly factor is not as high this year in part because two treasured family members, my uncle and my cousin, recently passed away. I am helping a sweet client learn to live without her much-loved pet.… Continue reading Live Laugh Love

The 70s on 7

Boomers, this post is for you! I’ve spent a lot of time in my car this week. The 70s radio station has been my constant companion. No bad news, no politics, and a guaranteed strategy to keep me in a happy place. Turn up the volume, light up the disco ball, pull on your bell bottoms… Continue reading The 70s on 7

Holiday wish list

Have you ever blown on a dandelion head and watched the seeds float away – a wish carried away by the wind? 2016 has been the year of dispersing the clutter in our lives. After 15 years in our present home, we found time and energy to sort through clothing, to lighten the load in… Continue reading Holiday wish list

5 ways to re-discover the fountain of youth

Drawn especially to older people that defy their chronological ages, some of my best friends are sharp-witted, vital, engaged and, coincidentally, in their 80s and 90s. I have soaked up advice and the life lessons on aging well from matriarchs and patriarchs across the globe. Five secrets to re-discover the fountain of youth: Add turmeric to… Continue reading 5 ways to re-discover the fountain of youth

High five

Holiday gatherings hostess gift: reasonably priced at $10-$13 this Italian wine is yummy plus it has a fun factor (glass “cork”) Scaia Bianca Garganega Chardonnay   Snacktime: Give me my Yasso bar, a 100 calorie (!) frozen treat that satisfies chocolate cravings and does not tip the scale in the wrong direction. It’s frozen Greek yogurt… Continue reading High five