Six months ago, I helped my parents leave the home they had always said they would never leave. At the time, I had no idea how much strength this season would uncover. Changes Developed Over Time From across the country, I had been watching subtle changes for years. Our Sunday Zoom calls slowly faded, and … Read more
Let’s face it. Real estate agents get a bad rap. But there are some very good ones out there helping buyers and sellers every day, and doing a great job of it. It’s like any other profession. You have to find them. So how do you find an honest real estate agent to buy or … Read more
Let’s be honest: a whole lot of women of a certain age are out here living alone – and thriving. And why wouldn’t we be? Living solo comes with perks so delicious they should be bottled and sold at Sephora. You control the thermostat like the benevolent queen you are. You watch whatever you want … Read more
So, you have finally done it. You have cleared out your closets and drawers, rearranged your shelves, and let go of the things you no longer use. When you step back and look around, your home feels different. There is more space, more air, and a sense of lightness that is hard to describe. It … Read more
Is there a fur coat in your closet that you haven’t worn in years? You may have taken it out once or twice, thought about what to do with it, and then quietly put it back. Maybe you even asked family members if they wanted it, only to realize there was no real interest. Over … Read more
I am blessed to have 3 other siblings to help navigate the current adventure of caring for our aging parents. My mom will be 78 in February and Dad will be 81 in October. The plan was they would sell their large 3-bedroom home (2-story) and downsize into the ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) my sister … Read more
Some people are decluttering completely alone. No one notices the bags leaving the house. No one sees the hours spent deciding what to keep and what to let go. No one says, “Wow, it looks so much better.” They feel tired before they even begin. And by the time they stop for the day, it … Read more
As an interior designer for the past 35 years, I have had the opportunity to help baby boomers design their first, second and even third homes, their beach houses, mountain retreats, and country cottages. I’ve helped them upsize to larger and larger homes (because that’s what baby boomers did!), and now, at this stage of … Read more
What if one simple ritual could bring your family closer, spark laughter and storytelling, ease future burdens, and make room for what truly matters? This holiday season, when your family is finally gathered under one roof, consider trying something new – something meaningful, heartwarming, and surprisingly joyful. Across the country, families are embracing a powerful … Read more
“What do I want to do with my life?” That’s an overwhelming question for a woman in her 60 and beyond. When I think of asking myself that question, all kinds of thoughts pop up: How do I know? If I don’t know, who knows? If I knew that, I’d be doing it. It’s too … Read more