When you meet a fascinating person and have the time to talk, you have the best conversation.  We talked like old friends. Magda Desir is a fascinating young woman whose star is just beginning to shine. Her podcast Unloaded & Uncovered is ever-evolving. She made our conversation so much fun, even with my bad alternative hair day. I forecast that Magda will have a successful talk show soon. Enjoy our girl talk, where nothing is off-limits. Remember, “thisisyourbestyear.” Magda and I are Unloaded & Uncovered. You can listen to Unloaded and Uncovered on several platforms, including ..read more

*Guest post by Sarah Noel As the desire to age in place grows among older adults, understanding how to adapt ones living environment becomes crucial. The good news is there are several resources available to help seniors create a safe, comfortable home.  From technological innovations to simple yet effective adjustments, we’ll explore how these changes can significantly improve the quality of daily living in this article, courtesy of thisisyourbestyear Smart Maintenance Made Simple Utilizing a dedicated home maintenance app significantly simplifies appliance management and system upkeep ..read more

*Guest post by Sarah Noel Building a lasting legacy is about more than what you leave behind; it’s about the positive impacts you create in the lives of others and the world. You can influence change and set an example for future generations by taking intentional actions that align with your values. Your efforts in making the world a better place will be remembered and continue to influence long after you are gone. In this article, courtesy of This Is Your Best Year, we’ll review several things you can do to forge a positive legacy. Pioneering Ethical Business Starting a business offers the ch ..read more

*Guest post by Sarah Noel Aging is part of life, and it affects every person differently. Some seniors are able to retain their independence well into their golden years, while others may need assistance with daily tasks. If you have an aging loved one who falls into the latter category, you might wonder whether it’s time to move closer to them. This can help you spend more time with them and provide them with the care they need. Consider the following steps from thisisyourbestyear to make the moving process as easy as possible. Look for Signs That It’s Time The first thing you must do is look ..read more

*Guest post by Salvatore Presti Believe it or not, designing an elegant and cozy living space that looks fit for Pinterest doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. In fact, it’s pretty simple (and fun) to turn your home into a warm and inviting retreat without breaking the bank–it just takes a little imagination and some thought. Let’s take a look at five low-cost strategies to elevate your living space so that both you and your guests will feel at home with a touch of luxury. Upgrade Flooring with Laminate Replacing the flooring in your home is one of the most subtle yet impactful improvem ..read more

*Guest post by Salvatore Presti Starting a small business is an exciting and challenging adventure.  It’s about turning your passion and ideas into something real that can make a difference.  But, the journey of starting and running a startup is not always easy.  It takes a lot of planning, hard work, and the ability to keep going even when things get tough. The things you do before you start the business are fundamental to your success.  From the very first idea to the day you launch your product, every step is important for your business to do well.  In this article ..read more

I have often wondered when we officially get old.  Is there a magic number that says that you have reached this milestone?  Is the magic number 65 when society tells you that you can retire? Is it 50?  Maybe it is 72 when you can get the full amount of your social security (if you are lucky enough to have social security). There have always been age rules that have been set in place.  Sometimes, society or the government picks the number.  Society/government can give you a number to legally marry, join the military, buy liquor, and do other things. At one time, the go ..read more

Wow, it’s a new year.  What are you going to do in 2024?  Are you writing it down?  Creating a vision board? Putting it in a journal? If you are doing any of the above, it’s great; if you aren’t, it’s also great.  Remember, we are women of a certain age and don’t fit a particular pattern. As they say, “There is more than one way to skin a cat.”  I’m not sure what they mean, but it sounds good. Look back at 2023.  What did you do in 2023 that was on your list?  Did you accomplish what you stated at the first of the year? Were you able to cross off any of your ..read more

“thisisyourbestyear” hopes that you and yours have a wonderful holiday season.  We are excited about the coming year and our journey with you. This year may have bought exciting things for some of us.  Some of us encountered health issues that we had never experienced before.  Some of us became caregivers to parents and/or spouses. Our work life may have changed, with some of us retiring, some going back to work, or starting a new career.  Travel, whether near or far, was experienced by some. There may have been new additions to our families which always makes our hearts sm ..read more

Have you noticed that it seems complicated for women of a certain age to learn how to do self-care?  When we were younger, there were the kids who had to be taken care of; they needed this and that.  Sometimes, it was the spouse that was the one that you took care of.  For those who worked outside the home, it was a juggling act where we seemed to always drop the one ball labeled “me.” As we have matured, we still find ourselves juggling–some are still into careers, starting new careers, taking care of grown children, raising a second set of children (grandchildren), volunteerin ..read more