I wonder why so many women seem to be so fond of the noun Hag? It has always been a name I associate with ghastly, very old and quite ugly women but it has come into vogue as an acceptable descriptive of “old woman”. It’s not. I know it’s fashionable in some circles to … Read more
Sitting still and contemplating my navel has never been high on my to-do list. Yes, I understand that meditation is meant to be life-changing. I’ve even dabbled in it, felt the benefits, and acknowledged the wisdom of clearing the mind. And yet, the idea of sitting cross-legged, focusing on my breath, and thinking of nothing … Read more
Have you shared your story yet? One thing I think we should all as mature women is to not fall into the trap of thinking nobody wants to hear, or will want to hear, family stories. They do and they will. Are you the family story-gatherer? Who is the keeper of the history in your … Read more
Makeup Mishaps After 60 – Uh-Oh! Makeup is a magical thing. It can lift, brighten, and transform—or it can turn us into something straight out of a wax museum. If we’re not careful, we risk stepping into La Poupée territory (that eerie doll-like look) or, worse, looking like we let a toddler do our face. … Read more
Let’s get one thing straight: style has no age limit. If you love it and it makes you feel fabulous, wear it. However, some things, no matter how fit and fabulous we are, can slide into the “Uh-Oh” category. Not because we’re “too old” but because… well, life changes things. You may believe the ads … Read more
At this time of year, it seems appropriate to acknowledge it’s time for us to stand tall and declare, once and for all, that we will not be invisible! We will not go quietly into the night. Society may have tried to tuck us away into some shadowy corner the moment we turned 55, but … Read more
Before I launch into this topic, I’m going to apologise for using the expression Women of a Certain Age. It always seems very patronising to me. We don’t affix a moniker to men of a certain age, even if they do have changeable body shapes, so why should women be singled out?!
The night’s embrace—the time for dreams, rest, and rejuvenation. As women 55+ or 55++ and then some, we’ve danced through decades, embracing life’s adventures and challenges. But the nocturnal rhythm that once graced us may now be a tune of intermittent insomnia or restless nights. But this blog is your lighthearted guide to understanding sleep changes as we age and (hopefully) rediscovering the bliss of a good night’s sleep.
So, you’ve probably heard about this thing called “Male Menopause” Yes? But let’s get real – it’s a bit of a misnomer, isn’t it? I mean, just the word “menopause” itself breaks it down for us: “meno” (month) and “pause” (stop). And sorry, guys, but your monthly cycle just isn’t a thing.
We live in a world that seems to glorify youth above all else, and the art (art?) of being famous. Really, it’s high time to celebrate the beauty of women 55PLUS and beyond.
You may know some or many of these remarkable women who are not merely growing older; they are aging with a flair that’s both inspiring and infectious.
So, grab your cup of tea or coffee or a restorative G&T (no judgment here, we’re all about that British charm), and let’s dive into the art of aging well and happily.