*Affiliate disclosure. Stress is something we all have in common. Unfortunately, dear reader, knowing how best to manage stress is less common. There are variables that come into play. Different stressors, for example, might mean different ways to deal with stress. You might not always turn to a healthy way. Junk food, alcohol, or compulsive […]

Darling, it’s entertaining and hosting season, and for me, that always includes French cheese. Last week, a memory from my youth came to mind. I recall the beginnings of my love affair with Paris which led to my love of French cheeses! When I was eleven years old I rode my bike down the block […]

*Affiliate Disclosure As we go into the holiday season, you may be considering a coffee table book as the perfect gift (a great idea!) There’s bound to be a beautiful option for anyone on your list, no matter their hobbies or interests. Have you ever wondered whether these books are still in vogue? They have […]

*Affiliate Disclosure Everyone has heard that laughter is the best medicine, but have you ever sought out ways to laugh more? You should. Particularly if you’re a woman over 50. It turns out, laughter is not only emotionally good for you, but also physically. I’ll show you why you should make it a point to […]

Every year, on the Fourth of July, millions of Americans turn their eyes towards Liberty Island. No matter what is going on in this beautiful country of ours, whether or not we are still in the throws of Elsewhere, we look to Lady Liberty as our North Star. The Statue of Liberty, a beacon of […]