Author: Maria Alfano World harmony is a difficult topic to write about. So many people have the wrong idea and reach the wrong conclusion about others simply because of the color of their skin, their religious beliefs, or who they love. So, I ask, why should any of that matter? You see, I grew ...
Archives for August 2021
Ask An Expert – Tips For Hair and Skin Care For Older Women
Author: Maria Alfano Have you ever wondered what the best hair and skin care for older women really look like? Me too! My hair and skin have changed so much as I age and nothing works like it used to. The routine I had for years no longer did me any justice. Are you in the same boat? It's time ...
“I Do Again” Second Wedding Ideas For The 50+ Year Old Bride
Author: Maria Alfano Be honest, the thought of a second wedding never crossed your mind. In fact, you probably even swore up and down you would never remarry again. You lost the love of your life or you got divorced. Whatever your circumstance the first marriage ended. Getting married ...
3 Unique Travel Ideas For The Cheap Travelers
Author: Maria Alfano ThIs "cheap" a word used to describe you? Well then, these unique travel ideas are just for you! Perhaps your family or your partner thinks of you as stingy and tight with your money. Maybe it's not that at all. It could be that you are on a tight budget and travel seems ...
13 Mother Of The Bride Duties For The Modern Bride
Author: Maria Alfano Before you knew it you had the mother of the bride duties. In a blink of an eye, she went from being your precious little bundle of joy to a little girl in pigtails, collecting butterflies, to a gorgeous young, independent woman ready to marry the man of her dreams. Where ...
11 Retirement Mistakes You Can Avoid By Planning
Author: Maria Alfano Nothing hurts more than the retirement mistakes you could have avoided with proper planning. The good news is it's not too late. Whether you are 20 years or 5 years away from retirement, you can take action today. Stop kicking yourself for your past indiscretions. They are ...
4 Quick Ways To Speed Up Metabolism After Age 50
Author: Maria Alfano Are you looking for ways to speed up metabolism? You're not alone. So many people in their 40s, 50s, and beyond struggle with weight issues once they hit midlife. I'm sure you heard the expression used before, "you are just big-boned dear!" This irks me to no end. It's ...
15+ New Empty Nester’s Christmas Traditions For Couples
Author: Maria Alfano Being empty-nesters we needed some new Christmas traditions for couples. When my children were little, we had our own family traditions that we created together. We incorporated some of the activities from my childhood and built on those to have traditions dedicated ...