Happy Saturday!  I thought it might be helpful if I share my perfect gifts of blessings during recovery. The perfect gifts are the ones that worked and thus were labeled a blessing…so I thought I would share why. I put a card at the top, because I loved the card so much as a great graphic to encourage me to see this recovery time as a journey to wellness as well Perfect gifts in recovery are those which reflect thoughtfulness to the recovery situation…and I certainly have received those from friends and family. So, get your comfy Saturday spot and let’s discuss how you can bless others w ..read more

Happy Friday, friends!  I am excited to share with you today a review of Regenerative Skincare & Makeup by Brian. I was introduced to by Brian six weeks before my surgery and I simply could not be more pleased and excited to represent the by Brian regenerative skincare & makeup line. Typically, when I am out and about, I use the restroom mirrors to check my hair and outfit…but lately I have stopped, smiled and felt amazing at looking over my complexion. After using the same skincare for a few years, I can clearly see that I needed a boost and turning 70 was a good time to conside ..read more

Happy Monday and U.S. Labor Day, everyone!  Today, I am excited to introduce you to Apex Footwear: Help for Painful Feet. My regular readers know that I do need help for painful feet issues (I call them my funky feet). The hammer toes and bunion issues have become so predominant and painful that I need surgery before the end of the year. I spend most of my time lately wearing flip flops so the toes can bend pain free….nevertheless, that is also a problem as the shoes affect my walking and balance. Plus, I have several friends in San Antonio who have family with diabetes and are in need o ..read more

Sponsored Content Ladies, I am excited to introduce you today to The Zuvi Halo Hair Dryer. I see this hair care device as a much-needed innovation for women over 50. Stick with me and listen to why this is not just another hair dryer. Plus I do have a savings code for you at the end of the post. In our long lives, we have been flooded with hair dryers, but nothing like this. ZUVI HALO HAIR DRYER:  THE PRODUCT When I received the Zuvi Halo hair dryer to review, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I was intrigued that it was the winner of new product innovation from 2022 and is created with the ..read more

Happy Tuesday, everyone!  Today, I want to share a new product, plus discuss…When is the best time to weigh? Mr. B and I have two opposing viewpoints on this…so I will be interested to see whose side you are on? Scales have not been my friend for a long time…particularly the ones at the doctor’s office…I swear they set it to show I am larger every time! We do have a new scale I want to introduce to you, that is more my friend than other’s have been. So, let me explain the two sides as I discuss these smart scales. WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO WEIGH?: MR. B’s VIEWPOINT Mr. B is a CPA…keep th ..read more

Good Monday morning, everyone!  I hope you had a wonderful weekend.  As per a reader request, I am going to share with you my typical morning routine over 60. I have written often that I am a creature of habit and believe in routine, and consistency.   I am healthier when I am true to the routine. Therefore, my morning routine is the same unless we are traveling or experienced a late night. Please let me add that this is the routine best for me, and anything I do that you might want to add should be discussed with your personal physician first….just to make sure it is good ..read more

  (IMPORTANT NOTE: A LITTLE GLITCH THIS MORNING AND TODAY’S POST AND SATURDAY’S POSTED AT THE SAME TIME. I FIXED THAT, BUT THE EMAIL STILL PROMOTED TOMORROW’S STYLE TIPS. THAT HAS BEEN TAKEN DOWN UNTIL TOMORROW…SORRY FOR THE CONFUSION!!) Happy Friday, friends!  Today I want to share with you how I look healthier with homemade skincare. I never imagined how good this simple, easy homemade skincare could make my face, hands and arms look…younger and healthier. I am glad I tried it and will share the process with you today. Let’s get started in our kitchens…… LOOK HEALTHIER WITH HOMEMA ..read more

#sponsored Happy Monday, friends!  Today, I am pleased to share with you my personal review of the Boomstick Trio by Cindy Joseph and the all-natural, healthy glow we can have every day over 50. Cindy Joseph began a Pro-Age movement years ago with a very simple, all-natural approach to make-up for women over 50.  Three little boomsticks can enhance our natural beauty and give us the daily healthy glow we all desire. Her movement has been about self acceptance, and embracing our maturity.  For me, simplicity has become more important and the Boomstick Trio enhances simplicity ..read more

Good Sunday morning, friends…and welcome to Sunday mornings at home! The Sunday mornings at home posts often include a little bit of everything…fashion, beauty, cooking, healthy living…all that is going on my world. This past week was very active and the week ahead looks the same. However, after losing an hour of sleep…I always struggle with touches of fatigue the week after.  I so wish we would stop messing with the time! Enough of that…let’s get our morning beverage and a cozy spot and have a little girl talk during Sunday mornings at home. SUNDAY MORNINGS AT HOME: SHOP LOCAL I am a h ..read more

#sponsored Hello friends, after blogging for 12 years, I know that many of you are struggling with hair loss which often accelerates with aging. This is a sponsored post which I believe is important information for those of you who face this issue.  I was impressed with what this brand shared with me and truly hope this to be an answer for so many of you. HOW WOMEN OVER 50 CAN GET THICKER, FULLER HAIR WITH 100% NATURAL, VEGAN PRODUCTS   Leading up to and after menopause, women’s hormones change quite rapidly. These changes cause an imbalance between the female hormones (estrogen an ..read more