Life & Lifestyle
From downsizing homes to embracing timeless fashion, navigate the vibrant life post-50. Engage in lifelong learning, delve into hobbies & pastimes, and explore communities that make aging gracefully a beautiful journey.
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How Facebook Groups Are Helping Parents Navigate the Empty Nest Transition
The “empty nest” isn’t just a metaphor; it’s a monumental shift for parents as they send their children to college.…
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5 Thoughtful Wedding Gift Ideas That Go Beyond the Usual
There’s something special about celebrating two people starting their lives together. But when it comes to wedding gifts, finding the…
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Communication Hacks for Tough Relationships After 50
By the time we reach fifty, we’ve all navigated our share of tricky conversations. Whether it’s with a spouse, an…
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How to Create a Comfortable Home for Multigenerational Living
More families are choosing to live together, blending generations under one roof. In fact, one in four American households now includes multiple…
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Living Greener for Your Grandchildren
One of the greatest legacies we can leave our children and grandchildren isn’t money or possessions—it’s a healthier planet. With…
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From Pickleball to Pageantry
I didn’t enter the Ms. Senior World pageant to win the crown—I entered to do research. As a brain health…
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Wine Lovers: Meet the visionaries bringing small wineries together
For decades, American wineries enjoyed steady growth, but strong headwinds are shaking up the industry — shifting demographics, fewer tasting…
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6 Secrets to Long-Term Relationships That Last After 50
Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell. Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks. Pauletta and Denzel Washington. These Hollywood couples have maintained long-term relationships;…
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Setting Boundaries with Adult Children Without Damaging the Relationship
It was late on a Sunday afternoon when Ellen’s phone buzzed for the fourth time. Her grown son Mark was…
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The Circle That Sustains Us: How connection supports healthy aging
Photos by Kim Leeson. We’ve often heard that it takes a village to raise a child. But as we grow…
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The Eye of the Wild: Mital Patel’s passion project with purpose
Photography by Mital Patel. Protecting the last of the wild: How Kenya’s Ol Pejeta Conservancy is saving species and uplifting…
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Top 10 Summer Colognes for Men 2025
Summer embodies the spirit of adventure, sun-drenched beaches, and vibrant social gatherings, where a carefully selected cologne can enhance one’s…
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Fun Hobbies to Satisfy Your Creative Side
Are you searching for a hobby that inspires creativity and challenges your hands-on skills? Creative hobbies can be incredibly fulfilling…
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4 Creative Techniques for Unique Quilting Patterns
Transform traditional quilt patterns into unique masterpieces with these creative techniques. Perfect for quilters looking to add a personal touch…
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Second Acts and Soul Friends: Deep friendships for a new season
Some friendships arrive like a thunderclap—unexpected, loud in the heart, and impossible to ignore. Others are softer than rain, gentle…
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Moving After 50: Real-life tips and hacks for a successful move
For most people, relocating is inevitable at some stage in life. My husband and I moved many times during his…
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