— Life —
BREAST CANCER MY BEST ADVICE
I remember the exact second I learned I had breast cancer. Since then I became high-profile in the breast cancer community and have some advice to share with all women.
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— Style —SHOE BASICS, BUILDING AN OVER 50 WARDROBE
Part Two of my “Building an Over 50 Wardrobe… ” The footwear basics: Which ones are most comfortable and good for your feet and why?
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— Life —AN INTERVIEW AND A WRITING CLASS WITH CHERYL STRAYED
Cheryl Strayed, NYTimes #1 Best-Selling author of Wild, her memoir about her 1,100 mile hike, talks to me about the fear in all of us, and the most powerful thing we can all do.
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— Style —A GORGEOUS AFFORDABLE HOLIDAY SKIRT
What a gorgeous, black velvet, holiday skirt from Whistle River Trading! It’s only $69.99.
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— Relationships —HOW WILL YOU BE REMEMBERED?
In the last two weeks I’ve been to a funeral, a memorial service and a Mexican funeral mass. Have you ever thought about how you’ll be remembered?
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— Style —PUMPKIN SPICE COFFEE
Hildie Plumpepper’s Fashion Friday post is in a “When Harry Met Sally,” “New York State of Mind,” craving fall colored sweaters, boots and bags! Such an eccentric woman! xoxox, Brenda
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— Life —IN THE FLOW
Donna O’Klock has found her groove! She’s going with the flow, making apple butter and living life to the fullest, traveling the country in their RV. Way to go, Donna!
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— Life —AN UPDATE ON JADON OLSEN
I believe what you’re about to read is a testament to the power of prayer. I also understand if you don’t believe in God or prayer… I used to be on that side of the fence as well.
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— Style —SINGING IN THE RAIN CLOTHES
I don’t know about you, but I need some rain boots, a new umbrella and a raincoat to keep up with the torrential rains we’ve been having. Please tell me all of you are safe! xoxox, Brenda
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— Life —PLEASE PRAY FOR JADON OLSEN
While moving a fallen tree during Hurricane Florence 17-year-old Jadon Olsen was struck in the head by two other falling trees. He’s a remarkable young man who needs your prayers.
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— Essentials —DOWNSIZING TO MANAGE YOUR CARDBOARD BOX MONEY
Do you have storage units that are costing you $$$$ every month? Here’s how I got rid of four storage units in six months, and my “cardboard box money” is breathing a sigh of relief.
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— Style —REINVENTING WHITE AFTER LABOR DAY
Sue Burpee’s style is easy, chic and casual comfort. See how she’s making her summer clothes last a few weeks longer and what she’s taking on her trip to Italy!
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— Life —DEAR 20 AND 30-SOMETHING WOMEN
I want to sit NOT ALL, BUT SOME millennial women down and tell them women over 50, 60 and 70 are the women who they’re going to become, so don’t say we’re not relevant.
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— Style —PRINTS OR SOLIDS
We all have different tastes in art, music and clothes. One isn’t better than another, just different. Here are some things to think about when choosing prints, patterns and solid-colored clothes.
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— Relationships —FAMILY REUNION
An Intriguing family reunion and grand unveiling of Ancestory.com results… A surprising story from Donna O’Klock. How many of you have traced your DNA? Are you who you thought you were?
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— Essentials —A LOOK AT MY COURTYARD
My courtyard’s been slow, coming together because I’ve been waiting for Annie and Lulu to get a little older… past the eating and digging everything up stage. I want to share what I’ve done so far!
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— Style —BUILDING AN OVER 50 WARDROBE
Based on reader answers to my recent fashion survey, I’m beginning a series on Building an Over 50 Wardrobe. It’s not about money, but it is about comfort and what looks good on us.
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— Life —AN INTERVIEW WITH GUIDED IMAGERY PIONEER BELLERUTH NAPARSTEK
An interview with Belleruth Naparstek, Clinical Social Worker and the Founder of Guided Imagery. It also includes a sample audio from her library of helpful, healing audios you can download.
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— Style —CARDIGANS… THE COMEBACK KID
It’s Fashion Friday with our favorite silver-haired gal on the go, Hildie Plumpepper! This week she’s showing us how to view the cardigan with fresh eyes!
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— Life —WHEN NO ONE BUT YOU MAKES ANY SENSE
When caregiving for a loved one pushes you to the limit, it’s time to dig deep and find the humor… even if you’re the only sane one in the room.
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— Style —AN AFFORDABLE BRAND FOR WOMEN OVER 50
On today’s Fashion Friday I’m excited to share a well-made, affordable brand, designed for women over 50! Yay!! It’s about time! xoxo, Brenda
