A style blog based on a fifty-something Baby Boomer doing her best to age gracefully.
I must admit, I occasionally consult the Urban Dictionary for a better understanding of terminology that I hear Millennials using, most recently I looked up “say what?” The website told me that saying derives from a video game and an MTV show that aired from 1998 to 2003 with the same name. Today’s focus, however, is […]
Today, May 9th is Women’s Check-Up Day. And what an appropriate reminder to Just Do It when it comes to scheduling those very important appointments. Nike coined their trademark Just Do It slogan in1988, and today, it still has a universal appeal to motivate and encourage people of all ages in every aspect of life. It just so happens […]
Every spring, the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute holds one of the most glamorous and exclusive nights in New York City: an annual fundraiser that started in 1946. The 2016 Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night, occurred on May 2nd. This year’s theme was Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology. Andrew Bolton, […]
Is it just me, or has anyone else noticed that so many TV commercials seem to be about bloating, gas, and cramping? Perhaps it’s because April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) awareness month—a perfect time to remind you about a gut check. First of all, let’s look at the facts: IBS is a chronic gastrointestinal […]
My obsession with Paris isn’t much of a secret. My fascination with the City of Light is endless. Today, I will continue that conversation with a new series on the blog called Bonjour, Paris. The first post explores one particular French woman with a certain je nai sai quo: Diana Vreeland.
Earlier this year, when I visited the Jacqueline De Ribes exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, I ventured over to the special display Celebrating Sax Instruments and Innovation, where I learned about the Adolphe Sax. The rare saxophone collection reminded me of the jazz I enjoy. I really appreciate that when you go to see […]
I hope you agree that the more we learn about nutrition and health, the better decisions we will make regarding aging gracefully. Everyone knows that exercise and a healthy diet, complete with essential vitamins and minerals, are key parts of living a long, healthy life. Today, let’s get the lowdown on the impact of what […]
In November 2016, Hubs and I will discover what river cruising is all about. September last year, I was totally hooked when I stopped by the local AAA office. I learned that the most popular way to experience Europe is by cruising rivers, so I booked a ten-day Seine River Cruise. SInce that autumn […]
Here I go again, sharing my personal health information. It’s that time of the year again for my annual physical with my internist. Once again, my blood work detected a deficiency in my Vitamin D level. I’ve talked about my levels of Vitamin D in my Mighty D post. Also known as the sunshine […]
Every March, I wipe away my winter blues and get a dose of spring when I attend the annual Philadelphia Flower Show. This year, my BFF Cynthia took in the aptly-themed exhibit, “Explore America,” celebrating 100 years of the National Park Service. The National Park Service (NPS) is an agency of the United States federal […]