Good news ! Mind over matter matters . Studies show that positive attitudes toward aging can help us live longer and better lives . The study: longitudinal done over a 23-year period with people over the age of 50. The result: People who had positive attitudes toward aging lived an average of 7.5 years longer than those who didn’t. If I…
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Fandom of the Opera
If I could visit only one place in Paris, it would be…drum roll please…the Palais Garnier, or the Paris Opera. Built in 1861-1875, it is as symbolic of Paris as Notre Dame or the Louvre. And yet, I didn’t see it until my fourth visit to Paris. I plan to return often when I’m in town. Why? Oh, the opulence,…
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How to Add Edge: Black Leather Skirt and Over-50 Style
Today’s outfit is a sassy-but-subtle black leather skirt with a crepe blouse in blush . What I love second-best about this outfit is — wait, what? Second-best? What happened to first-best? Ah, when there’s leather involved, be still my heart, it will always be first. I love the texture and edginess of leather whether real or faux. And I love…
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Best iPhone Apps To Preview Gray Hair
Gray hair is a natural part of the aging process , but showing off your gray hair is often a very personal decision . Gray hair is now becoming a trend among younger women, as well as remaining a symbol for age positivity. In response to these shifting attitudes I find myself wondering if I should let my hair go…
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Banishing Blahs with Coral and Floral
Sometimes, after a spell of dreary days, I need a little wardrobe whiff of lightness and brightness. Ah, sweet escape into coral and floral. Does color affect your mood ? I know it does mine. I could feel the bad weather blahs melting away as soon as the coral mock-t went on and the colorful skirt slid into place. …
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Boho-Mojo
Today , I want to stay warm while still feeling a little lighter . More free – spirited . For that , a bit of Boho mojo . We’re all familiar with the Bohemian look of the 1960s-70s. Lots of flowy skirts, peasant blouses, suede fringe, ethnic jewelry. Raise your hand if you wore any of these (and if, like…
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