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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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
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
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
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
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
For most people, relocating is inevitable at some stage in life. My husband and I moved many times during his…
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Clotheshorse Anonymous
As most fashion-conscious shoppers will tell you, style is not necessarily synonymous with quality. With so-called “fast fashion” retailers, you…
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Tips for Being a Good Mentor
So, what exactly is a mentor? It’s a fancy term, but at its core, it’s pretty simple: someone who has…
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What Is Godello Wine?
Wine consumers today, including young consumers, want something new and exciting, not their parents’ Cabernet. This year, parents can take…
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It’s Never Too Late: 58-Year-Old Mom Earns Her Degree
A family of graduates, and a mother’s dream deferred Cristina Flores-Villarreal watched with pride as her sons, Gueriel and Eduardo…
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Honoring a Loved One with Ocean Ash-Scattering
Honoring a loved one’s life through an ocean ash-scattering ceremony offers a meaningful and serene way to say goodbye. These…
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