September 10, 2022 Midlife does not have to mean a “mid” life Kids on Tiktok have a language and vernacular all their own. I’ve seen it called “Gen Z speak.” There are even helpful online glossaries….
February 11, 2022 StretchZone Powell is my new favorite place I have experienced self-care nirvana. Imagine, if you will, an experience that gives you the full-body afterglow of a good workout, the touch-induced endorphins…
November 15, 2021 What it takes to be a good memoirist Do you take photos and notes constantly to document your family’s life? I do. Part of my life’s special purpose – and certainly my…
November 5, 2021 I just can’t quit my expensive skincare routine Since starting my own business and dropping my workday down to part-time, I’ve been cutting costs where it makes sense. The extra time with…
May 21, 2021 It’s not easy being a midlife mom I’ve been having a hard time lately. I’ve been a little snippy and irritable with E, Z and myself. I’ve been eating way too…
November 8, 2020 I broke up with food to save my life I’ve dropped a few hints here on the blog about a big diet I embarked on last fall. It’s called Optifast and it’s a…
October 4, 2020 10 things I know at 50 It’s official – I hit the five-oh this year! What a bizarre year to turn 50. One of the best things about living half…
September 28, 2020 Why my #SunriseRunCrew is so special to me There’s something truly mind, body and soul-enriching about the perfect trifecta that is time spent with good friends, enjoying physical activity, in the great…
April 1, 2020 Everyone’s talking about CBD If you follow an interesting mix of people on social media, you’ve probably seen mentions of CBD pop up in your timeline. At first,…
March 21, 2020 My brutal bra drawer makeover Winter tends to drag on a bit in Ohio, so during a recent cold, grey weekend, I set aside a few hours to do…