When life gives us lemons, we just have to make ourselves some sweet lemonade. Here you’ll find our musings, pearls of wisdom, and personal stories to guide you through life’s passages. Explore how to embrace your beauty with style, discover new adventures, navigate the nuances of relationships, pull back the curtain to deal with life changes, and resonate with the reflections of other women. 

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Today’s post was written by the ageless beauty herself, Catherine Grace O’Connell. She’s a 60+ model who did not get in front of a camera until she was in her mid-50s. Last month, she shared her Top 5 Tips for getting the most flattering pictures. What I loved most about that story was how she […]

How to Feel Like Yourself in Front of a Camera & in Life

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Catherine grace in red bikini

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When I look at my life, I have few regrets. I have a wonderful life. What would I wish for right now if I could wish upon a star? I would wish to go back in time and spend more together time with my grands throughout the year and especially during all of the holidays. […]

A Letter to a Grandchild From a Grandma: Loving From Afar

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This morning as I gazed out my window at the calm waters of Lake Michigan, I couldn’t help but reflect on the challenges many of us face in our lifetimes. Like you, I have navigated through turbulent and choppy waters, sometimes feeling like I was gasping for air as I struggled to stay afloat. However, […]

Follow Your Passions to Become an Empowered Woman

Passages After 50

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  Today’s story was written by Stacey Birch, who helps midlife women with their own midlife remixes by getting them grooving on Instagram. I loved reading how she literally upended her life and “remixed” it at the age of 50 (that means you can, too!). Age is nothing but a number, so do not use […]

My Midlife Remix: How Social Media & Dog Rescue Were Exactly What I Needed

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Every child or young adult wants to have friends and be part of a tight-knit group. With our guiding principles, we should play a role in educating our grandchildren on the principles of friendship. This will help them choose the right friends and groups and avoid the fickle, fake, and poor role models. Teaching grandchildren […]

Teaching Through Stories – A Message of Friendship From The Olive Tree

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embrace change as a woman over 50

Many women over 50 do. I have found, the key to feeling relevant, important, and VISIBLE lies within you. I hope my free eBook will help you rediscover your purpose, and see the value that I so clearly see in you. 

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