It is a bright, sunny day, and I have a broken heart. My ultimate concierge is living with dementia, and at times I can hardly breathe as I watch it steal what I cherish most, his ability to speak. He tries to talk to me, but his words come out mumbled, and I can barely […]

One of the pleasures of ending the year is the chance to look back and reflect. It is a time for you and me to take stock of what mattered, what carried us, and what asked us to bend without breaking, so we do not step into a new season dragging old regret behind us. […]

She’s self aware, confident, and committed to self care, inspiring others through her actions and her mindset. Darlings, let me tell you something I know in my bones. An empowered woman over 50 is not “finished” and she is not fading. She is not a supporting character in someone else’s story. She is becoming! This […]

Life is like a magnificent staircase. Within its ascending steps lives the journey toward fulfillment, purpose, and yes, success. Trust me, I know. A necessary part of earning my own “Ph.D. in life” has been learning this truth: goals are not just for the young. Goal setting is a lifeline at every age, and especially […]

Jewish families that celebrate Hanukkah have special traditions. I love the word “tradition” because it is an accounting of long, established customs and beliefs passed on through one’s family from generation to generation. Typically, one’s belief system and core values are based on family teachings. Our parents and grandparents pass their wisdom down to us, […]