You’ve been there, haven’t you? Packing for a trip. Staring at the pile of shoes you wan…
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You may have had granita before—a crunchy frozen dessert that also can be served as a palate cleanse…
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Summer entertaining is at its best when it is casual, lighthearted, and filled with laughter. A litt…
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Choosing the right sunscreen and knowing how to use it could literally save your life. If you are l…
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If you are planning a trip to Paris, think about spending a day out of town. Few pastimes are more e…
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Many sixty-plus women don’t travel by themselves because they’re worried about safety, costs, or fee…
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Why are lip stains so perfect for women over 60? Unlike most lipsticks and glosses, they don’t blee…
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If you’re looking for an elegant summer meal that requires practically no cooking, this specialty from sun-drenched Provence is an unrivaled choice. Le Grand Aioli is a kaleidoscopic platter of ...
A few months ago, I bought a new used car, trading in my beloved 20-year-old Highlander. When I got behind the wheel of my new 3-year-old Rav4 I asked the sales associate, “Where is the key?” She poin...
Women over 60 stuck in the makeup routine of their 30s and 40s can look haggard and outdated. When applied skillfully, however, makeup can make us look brighter, more polished and well groomed. It ca...
As we approach the end of summer we often find ourselves in a bit of a quandary about our wardrobes. Those airy linens and soft hues that kept us cool in June and July now feel slightly ...
Whew! It has been a hot summer–the air conditioner has been working overtime–so the last thing we want is to stand over a hot stove. But fear not. There’s a delicious solution that w...
Summer reading can mean many things to many people. Shonda Rhimes read the entire Bridgerton series a few summers ago (which resulted in the hit series on Netflix). That’s one approach. But othe...
“I’m getting my Vitamin D,” said the woman baking in the sun. Is she? Maybe, maybe not. Sunshine probably isn’t enough for us to get the amount of Vitamin D throughout the year we need to maintain our...
While we don’t want to go to the beach in full makeup, looking like we’re ready to attend the Met Gala, there is a better option than going barefaced in our 60s and beyond. The sol...
When the heat is on, we reach for a cold, crisp salad. We scoured the internet for salads that fit that bill, salads that are colorful, celebrate the produce of summer, and are new takes on old formul...
Each year the Environmental Working Group releases a list of approved sunscreens that meet strict criteria: free from chemicals of concern and made with the highest expectations of transparency. But h...
As I write this it’s 100 degrees F in the shade on my deck. I have central air conditioning but even so, my bedroom feels like a toaster oven. Sleep in these conditions is restless, at best. I decided...
It’s hot out there. How do we put our best face forward with the temperatures at record highs and the humidity soaring? It’s the rare beauty product that works effectively at this time of year....
