The colors and styles of the autumn season this year are, thankfully, quite wearable. Burgundy and brown are versatile c…
How to pencil flawless brows: A guide for women 60 and beyond
Women our age tend to agonize over their eyebrows. Thinning, over-plucked brows—which so many of us have—m…
Books that go bump in the night: chilling tales from the masters of horror
“On Halloween, witches come true; wild ghosts escape from dreams. Each monster dances in the park.” –…
4 easy ways to make your home bright and cheerful for the holidays
By the time we’re in our 60s we have set up and taken down approximately 40 Christmas trees, untangled 80 strands …
Bruno’s Maple Roasted Squash with Sage and Walnuts
Golden winter squash, walnuts, a hint of maple, sage undertones to cut through the sweetness. Maple Roasted Squash with …
Le Grand Aioli: Easy and elegant entertaining from Provence
If you’re looking for an elegant summer meal that requires practically no cooking, this specialty from sun-drenche…
Is your key fob making your car a target?
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 …
11 stylish, comfortable dresses to take you from summer to fall
As we approach the end of summer we often find ourselves in a bit of a quandary about our wardrobes. Those…
Cold soups for hot days. (Who wants to stand over a stove?)
Whew! It has been a hot summer–the air conditioner has been working overtime–so the last thing we want is to…
Our eclectic summer reading selections for women over 60
Summer reading can mean many things to many people. Shonda Rhimes read the entire Bridgerton series a few summers ago (w…
Think you’re getting enough vitamin D from the sun? Think again.
“I’m getting my Vitamin D,” said the woman baking in the sun. Is she? Maybe, maybe not. Sunshine pr…
Swim, sweat and surf: makeup that stays on when you’re wet
While we don’t want to go to the beach in full makeup, looking like we’re ready to attend the Met Gal…