Titanium wedding bands have become increasingly popular for good reasons. They are strong, boast a shiny, luxurious appearance, are lightweight, and offer great value for money. In this article, we will explore everything you need to know about titanium wedding bands. You’ll discover the best men’s titanium wedding band grades, as well as the pros […] The post What You Need to Know About Titanium Wedding Bands appeared first on Meaningful Midlife ..read more

Upgrading your bathroom can be a rewarding project, offering comfort and style. Fort Worth, TX, is a city where homeowners are increasingly focusing on creating a space that reflects their personal style while improving functionality. With a variety of architectural styles, from historic homes to newer builds, Fort Worth offers a unique landscape for bathroom […] The post How to Upgrade Your Bathroom for Maximum Comfort and Style appeared first on Meaningful Midlife ..read more

*This is a guest post I am publishing in order to provide information on reverse home mortgages. I’m not a financial planner nor do I have much knowledge of the financial industry. In our caregivers group on Facebook, a couple of people have mentioned using reverse home mortgages to help pay for in-home care for […] The post Minimizing Regrets in Reverse Mortgage Purchases appeared first on Meaningful Midlife ..read more

Introduction Emotional intelligence can be a bit difficult to wrap your head around but I think I have a good example of how it might work. I have a friend who said that leaning into a particular phrase saved her marriage. The phrase was “You do you, Boo!” and both her husband and her use […] The post Understanding the Role of Emotional Intelligence in Building and Sustaining Relationships appeared first on Meaningful Midlife ..read more

*While I’m not currently in the dating world and hope never to need to be, I know that many of you are. So here is a guest article on the role of unconscious bias in dating decisions. I’m sure this could also apply to friendships, business relationships and other facets of life as well. People tend to focus on physical features and material attributes when making dating decisions. Even in 2024, dating site profiles are focused on surface-level traits, which only augment the assumptions and biases. People’s biases deepen when they do not focus on getting to know people for who they really are ..read more

We were introduced to Dry Farm Wines in July of 2022 when we were gifted a couple of bottles to try.  We wanted to discuss the Dry Farms Wine Membership program on our wine podcast Wine Time Fridays. I was originally interested in their wines because they are lower in sulfites, lower alcohol, sugar-free (therefore lower carbs) and are dry-farmed organically (without irrigation). I have several friends who would like to drink wine but have trouble with the sulfites and I often recommend these wines for them. The wines we tasted were: The 2020 Anima Mea Vignobles Günther-Chereau The 2021 B ..read more

The shift towards renewable energy sources is not just a trend but also both a way to be earth-friendly as well as a way to become more budget-friendly.  Solar energy, with its promise of clean, inexhaustible power, has soared in popularity among homeowners and businesses alike. However, as we see more and more solar panels light up rooftops across the country, the shadows of scams and deceit cast by disreputable companies have become a risk. There are so many scams on the internet and they are becoming more and more tricky to spot.  Here’s how you can ensure you’re making a sunny in ..read more

For Christmas this past year, I received a gift certificate to the Northstar Wine Blending Experience! It’s an experience where you create your own bottle of red blend from wine varietals made with their grapes! I’ve always wanted to do this! You’ve seen all sorts of red blends from different wineries before. They can be a blend of just two wine varieties such as a combination of Malbec and Syrah or a blend of multiple varieties like a blend of cabernet, merlot, petit verdot, and cabernet franc. You may even see a white variety in the mix of red blends. And of course, there are also white blen ..read more

I learned about the “My 3 Words” concept ( #my3words ) concept on Twitter in 2008. It’s a concept created by author, speaker and Chief of Staff at Appfire, Chris Brogan. I know that a lot of people choose just one word-of-the-year, But I find that a bit too limiting. You’ll find the three words I chose at the bottom of this post. How the Process Works The way Chris explains the process is that the 3 words you choose are there to guide your decisions in the coming year. According to Brogan, “The words should point to who you intend to be, what you want to focus on, and how you want to perceive ..read more

In September we spent some time at wineries in Paso Robles, California on the way back from my high school reunion. We had always wanted to go there and had planned an October trip for a milestone birthday of mine but of course, that was 2020. Paso Robles is in San Luis Obispo County about 14 miles from the ocean as the crow flies. Morro Bay is about 30 minutes away. Paso Robles was originally called El Paso de Roble’s, pass of the oaks. Known by the locals as Paso or Paso Robles – the official “mispronunciation” is Pass-o Robe-ells. Winemaking began there in 1790 when vineyards were planted b ..read more