So … a 52-year-old Jewish mother meets an 89-year-old nun at a triathlon … sounds kind of like the start of a joke, right? Except it’s not. I’m the Jewish mom, and Sister Madonna Buder is the nun. We were on different paths in life, and yet our paths converged. Here’s how it happened, and
Sometimes a good book can be even better than a delicious dessert! I love reading, and also enjoy sharing my finds. While I read hundreds of books this year, here are my favorite books published in 2019. 1. Big Sky, by Kate Atkinson This is the fifth book in a series featuring Jackson Brodie, a
Happy Holidays! It’s time to eat, drink, and be merry! But worrying about gaining weight can put a damper on your festivities. If you want to be able to indulge without buying a new wardrobe, here are some tips: Start with lemon water. This guarantees that you are beginning your day in a healthy way
I read and loved the book The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters, by Priya Parker and wrote a blog post about it. I so enjoyed what I learned from this book that I was inspired to seek an interview with the author, and the Q&A was published on Next Avenue
Are you an introvert or an extrovert? You’ve probably wondered this about yourself. It’s likely you’ve been asked this question. Maybe you’ve even picked up on the trend that introverts are now “cool,” from bestselling books like Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, by Susan Cain. It’s easy to
Are you a hot mama like me? By hot, I mean do you suffer from night sweats and hot flashes from menopause? If so, you’ll love this sleepwear! Created by an over-50 mermaid (yay!), these nightgowns and pajamas by Cool-jams wick away the moisture, and keep you cool and comfortable. I’ve been wearing this sleepwear
Earlier this year, I read the book The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters, by Priya Parker and wrote a blog post about it. I so enjoyed what I learned from this book that I was inspired to seek an interview with the author, and the Q&A will be was published
One of the highlights of every week is my Yin Yoga class with fellow mermaid Heather Berg, of Soul Garden Yoga. Yin Yoga is a type of yoga that includes stretching, meditation and relaxation. Since many of the poses are held for several minutes at a time, Heather provides snippets of yoga wisdom throughout. In
The other day my daughter started telling me something negative that happened to her. Before she got deep into her story I asked, “Are you venting, or do you want my advice?” She answered, “Venting.” That was one of my better parenting moments. But I’ve been guilty of interjecting my thoughts, ideas, feedback, etc. when
Yes, it’s Father’s Day gift time again! Time to honor the fathers we love – husbands, sons, uncles, brothers, grandfathers, grandsons, nephews and more. Whether your favorite father is a techie, traveler, fashionisto, or just a guy who likes nice stuff, there’s something here for him. Here are my top 5 picks for this year.
About a month ago, I broke out in a “sun rash.” I remember when it happened. I had been outside earlier in the day and I could feel my face getting the sun, but I didn’t reapply the sunscreen. After a few days, the rash was really bothering me. I went to see my dermatologist
Have you ever felt like you were at a crossroads in your life, and wondered, “Now what?” I’ve felt that way several times in my life, but never more than when I turned 51. I had just finished my “Margie Project,” a series of great experiences I had planned out during the year after I
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