Dr. Susan Hardwick-Smith’s practice focuses on women over 50. She talks about our bodies and ourselves in real language and is a true BA50.
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The Zen of Decluttering and Sorting. This is a real thing. I love Marie Condo and I always give her a nod of gratitude when I start to clear my clutter. Â
But, this time it goes deeper than asking myself "does this give me joy"Â before I toss it or keep it. This time, unintentionally I entered a new realm of happiness and apparently moved my Chi around when I tackled my left over coin collection that had accumulated over the past 20 years in random corners of my house.
The Chinese mastered an understanding of energy flow centuries ago with the practice of Feng Shui which now has become synonymous with creating balance in your home. But another layer, deeper than Feng Shui is the study of energy patterns known as “Chi”....
In case you missed it… Cosmopolitan did a great round up of .the Red Carpet glam from Oscar 2021. There were plenty of BA50 stars to look at. Women got their fa...
Check out some of our top picks for some great gifting ideas for Mother's Day this year! Athleta has a great and stylish look for every special woman!...
A denim jacket is often the only outerwear piece I travel with during the warmer months. I love pairing one with a dress to add some friction to my outfit. While I will often wear a blue denim jacket when wearing white jeans and vice versa, it is especially on-trend right now to go head-to-toe in a similar shade. If, like me, you can never have enough denim jackets in your closet, or maybe you need a new style to update your wardrobe, below are my top 10 for you to consider. ...
A T-shirt dress is an effortless, chic staple come spring and summer. This season, we are seeing T-shirt dresses in fresh silhouettes, including lots of tiered styles. Read on for my top pics for T-shirt dresses to make getting dressed this spring and summer oh-so-easy. ...
Give her everyday presence a little wow and she will surely be grateful! Here are 10 Mother's Day perfume gift sets that will be perfect for any special woman in your life!...
Perfect for everyday use and high-performance activity, these water bottles and tumblers are designed to carry with you and help you roll out anywhere....
I curated my first Spotify playlist a few weeks ago. “Curated” is a generous word; I was in the penny candy aisle, adding songs as they popped into my head, sim...
Over the years, every time I grew my hair, cut it off, got highlights, or went blond, my husband said, “don’t change your hair.” I did it anyway. Then he’d get used to the new style, and would once again request not to change it.
Except when he stopped noticing. Then I stopped changing....
The research, tracking thousands of people from age 50 on, suggests those who sleep six hours or less a night are more likely to develop dementia in their late ...
It must have been divine intervention that placed my lost “forever” wedding band back in my hands almost 3 years later. I had frankly given up and had talked about replacing it, but it was so not about another ring. The story was in that band. But then there was a divine intervention....
Here are the undeniably cute bucket bags you need to incorporate into your wardrobe for this season! This trendy bag is the next big thing! Shop here ...
With warm weather finally on the horizon, it's time to trade full length leggings for capris, skorts and shorts. I also prefer crop tees and tanks along with lightweight tops to keep me cooler in the heat. Read on for 7 outfit ideas to jumpstart your workout routine this spring. ...
Once the weather starts heating up, I love swapping out my heavier leather bags for lightweight summer styles. Bags made from raffia, straw or wicker are not only easy to carry and made from natural fibers, but they match all your outfits. ...
When it comes to styling hair, beautifying should be made simple, easy, and lets not forget - fun! Here are 13 must have hair devices every beauty lover should have! ...
Summers hottest bikes are here and we want to make sure you take advantage of being able to bike in the sun whether it's for commuting or leisure. Here is our ultimate guide to buying the perfect bike for you. ...
Over the years, every time I grew my hair, cut it off, got highlights, or went blond, my husband said, “don’t change your hair.” I did it anyway. Then he’d get used to the new style, and would once again request not to change it.
Except when he stopped noticing. Then I stopped changing....
It must have been divine intervention that placed my lost “forever” wedding band back in my hands almost 3 years later. I had frankly given up and had talked about replacing it, but it was so not about another ring. The story was in that band. But then there was a divine intervention....
If your divorce is finished, you might be kicking yourself.
I know I was.
Back in 2011, my year-long divorce was finalized, but I wasn’t jumping up and down and doing cartwheels.
I felt stuck. But the fact that you’re having those feelings means you’re actually growing. Because you’re now looking back on the painful stuff, seeing what lessons you can learn from it.
So you can heal.
So you can move on....
Now that we are beginning to add fun social events to our spring and summer calendar, it's time to start thinking about dressy sandals to go with our outfits. Many of us BA50's have not worn a pair of heels in over a year, and the idea of putting on a pair of 3 or 4 inch heels is almost laughable. Lucky for us, retailers are offering lots of feminine yet comfortable dressy sandals with heel heights of 2 inches or less that we can confidently wear to any upcoming event. ...
There's nothing more important than comfortable cute pajamas to keep you feeling chic yet cozy when lounging about the house. Here are some of our favorite sets for summer....
Whether you’re headed out to run errands, walking the track, or dressing up an everyday look, these sneaker options are sure to get the job done effortlessly! Here are our 15 favorite sneakers for the summer season!...
Finding the perfect fit in white jeans can be challenging, as the light color is not as forgiving as black or blue. But everyone can look fabulous in white jeans, no matter your shape or size. The key is finding the fit that flatters your figure. Below is my round-up of top-rated white jeans for every body and budget. ...
A T-shirt dress is an effortless, chic staple come spring and summer. This season, we are seeing T-shirt dresses in fresh silhouettes, including lots of tiered styles. Read on for my top pics for T-shirt dresses to make getting dressed this spring and summer oh-so-easy. ...
A denim jacket is often the only outerwear piece I travel with during the warmer months. I love pairing one with a dress to add some friction to my outfit. While I will often wear a blue denim jacket when wearing white jeans and vice versa, it is especially on-trend right now to go head-to-toe in a similar shade. If, like me, you can never have enough denim jackets in your closet, or maybe you need a new style to update your wardrobe, below are my top 10 for you to consider. ...
