Lifestyle Advice: A Collections of Wisdoms Shared about food, travel and health.
Genetic Cancer Screening: Why I Said No
Lately, I’ve been thinking about genetic testing for cancer. Have you ever had that feeling that certain health issues might be lurking around the corner? That’s exactly where I found
How to Choose a Wine When You Don’t Know Much About Wine and Don’t Want to Look Stupid
You’re at a restaurant hosting a group. The waiter approaches and says “can I get you anything to drink? A bottle of wine perhaps?” Someone says “That sounds nice” and
5 Recipes to Spice-Up Your Daily Dose of Apple Cider Vinegar
About a year ago, I incorporated apple cider vinegar, with ‘the mother’ (ACV) , into my daily routine. However, consuming my daily 2-tablespoon dose straight wasn’t enjoyable or beneficial for
6 Things Gardeners Do in the Winter Or Maybe It’s Just Me
My garden is my sanctuary. I find refuge there between tense meetings, when I need creative inspiration, or really any time I can spend there brings me joy. Well, at
Masks, Moms & Memories: Finding Time for Moments of Bliss
From early in my career, there was one guilty pleasure that always lowered my stress levels: a facial or a massage. Back then, these little luxuries were few and far
My Dog Picked My Husband: Adventures in Volunteering
Have you ever had a pet play matchmaker for you? I didn’t think it was a thing until my golden retriever decided to take charge of my love life. Yep,
From Dreams to a Living Reality: Palermo and NYC
Dreams to Live Abroad Start Early Ever since I was a little girl, I dreamed about traveling the world. Back in the early 60s, I remember my parents sitting at
Wanderlust Unleashed: The Liberation of Traveling Alone in Retirement
They say you never know someone until you live with them. The truth is you never know someone until you travel with them! I’ve been very lucky; I have several
Citrus Spice Cranberry Sauce
This past Thanksgiving we went to a restaurant. Even when I was 8 months pregnant, we had Thanksgiving at home. Sure we brought in the food and I just warmed
5 Benefits Of Early Retirement: Why I Retired Early and You Should Too
I was always a do-er. A bit of an overachiever. Even as a child I was way over-scheduled with activities and friends. I had a lot of energy and just
Autumn Bliss Fizz Cocktail
Fun, simple and delicious. Autumn flavors in a glass.