Here Comes the Sun
Hey Awesome ones, It could be the beginning of warmer weather in the northern climates but I like to think of "here comes the sun" as an analogy for HOPE, WELL BEING and a BRIGHTER FUTURE ahead. I believe you're never too old to begin a new chapter in your life and...
Making Memories with The Kids
Hey Awesome over 50's, We call them mother/daughter days but they could be father/son or any other version of a special day to bond with your children. As we look back in our memories it's the moments where we shared a special bond that we keep in our hearts....
Are you Sharing your “Awesome over 50” Journey?
Hey Awesome over 50's, allow me to introduce my husband Bill. I'm sharing my "Awesome over 50" journey with someone who has been my soulmate for 20 years. If you have been fortunate to find yours, please do a shout-out here and share why you know he or she is your...
My Top 10 Things to Welcome Spring
Here are my top 10 things to do to "Welcome Spring" 1.Jazz up the Pantry… It's outdoor cooking time again! Time to get out to the home shows, neighborhood gourmet shops and stock up on all the newest sauces, marinades and cooking ingredients. Try to make a meal...
Laugh Lines, Silver Hair, a Little more Meat on my Bones and Loving it All!
Hey Awesome over 50's, I've finally grown up. I look in the mirror and I like who's looking back. At 61, I see the laugh lines, silver hair and plumpness in my build and say to myself ... It's so "me". I grew up when I finally realized well... I'm 61. Once you...
Paint Party! Have Fun and get those Creative Juices Flowing
Hey Awesome over 50's, The other day my daughter suggested we have a paint party. Being a creative person and always interested in an evening that has the word "party" in it I was up for the challenge. First we picked an idea for a painting that would interest us. ...
Do You have Something you Wear Everyday that is so “YOU”
Hey Awesome over 50's, My go-to item that is so "me" is my Mickey Mouse watch that I bought for myself on Mother's Day the year after my 1st child was born. It was bought as a celebration of my beautiful baby girl and also to remind me not to take things so...
Wonderful Winter Festivals
Hey Awesome over 50's, who says Winter's are just long and boring? If you think festivals and fun are just for Summer, I've got a list of some great things to do when it's cold out there... Winter festivals are becoming very popular so bundle up, make sure you have...
Awesome Pot-Luck Style Get-Togethers
Hey Awesome over 50's, Pot Luck parties aren't just for the young or budget conscious anymore. If you want to have an awesome get together go ahead and say "we're having a pot-luck ". I've found that attending pot-lucks and hosting them is fun all-round. From the...
My Top 10 Valentine’s Ideas, Bring back that Lov’in Feeling
Hey Awesome over 50’s, Valentine's Day is just around the corner, will you make it awesome? Here are my Top 10 gift ideas... #1. Chocolate Truffles and a “Love” CD …Pick out a box of high-end chocolate truffles and wrap them up with a soulful CD (or download them...
I love a Convertible, Top 10 things I think about before I buy one
Hey Awesome over 50's, have you ever wished you could trade in your current car for a convertible? I have had a convertible for 17 out of the last 20 years and it really is a treat! However, here are my top 10 concerns for buying a convertible... #1. If you live...
Going for “Color” in my Wardrobe Now
Hey "Awesome over 50's" , I looked at my wardrobe a while ago and it was mostly dark colors and boring. "That's so not me anymore!", I shirked as I scanned my dismal looking clothing. If I want to feel awesome I want to zoom past the basic black clothes in a store...