The Last Time I Saw Richard
“How could you do this? Do you understand what this means? I knew all along you’d let me down, how could you be so selfish…” ...
Nancy Lowell
Are You Good Company?
I didn’t cook or clean, help or really do much but go to work, come home, eat dinner and head off to bed...I imagine they were as happy to see me go as I was to go home....
On My 50 Birthday I Decided To End My Relationship
“This is your 50th birthday, if you can’t enjoy it there is something seriously wrong with you,” he said. On this, we agreed, but I was going to change that....
I’m Embracing Imperfection This Thanksgiving
Sometimes the turkey is dry...And you are still awesome. Unless you’re not, which is OK too....
I Feel Ashamed About My Humpty Dumpty Belly
I am the female Humpty Dumpty. Each time I catch a glimpse of myself in a mirror that’s who I see....
BA50 Gift Ideas For Moms, Dads, Grads & Weddings
Stumped on an original gift idea -- take a look and this may help.......
Absolutely Fabulous 50th Birthday Gifts
Need a gift? Check out these great 50th Birthday gift ideas....
BA50’s 2016 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Fun and Romantic Ideas
Too many romantic and fun gift ideas to pick just one....
The Secret To The Best Mashed Potatoes and Brussel Sprouts EVER
Even if you make mashed potatoes every year, these will be the best yet!...
I’ve Lost My Appetite And I’m Not Sure I Like It
For the first time in my life, I don’t crave anything....
Pie Crust That’s “Easy As Pie”
If the thought of making your own pie crust sends you into a tizzy, we say read on...This my very well be the year that you finally tackle pie crust, and with C...
2015 Best Holiday Gift Guide Ever
A fresh twist on holiday gift ideas -- check out these BA50 faves.......
Great Ideas For 50th Birthday Gifts
Looking for something unusual or special for a birthday gift for a friend? Look no further!...
9 Great Gift Ideas For Dads
BA50's Father's Day Gift Ideas You Will Definitely Want To Check To Out...
How Long Is Long Enough To Grieve?
To all of you taking this opportunity to voice your disapproval I say, SHUT UP!...
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Valentine Gifts You Will Want To Give...
Learning To Use Food To Fix What Hurts
It takes some people years to find out how food can numb you to a bearable level of pain. I learned in a week....
Gifts That Will Help You Keep Your Resolutions!
At BA50 we know everyone needs some help to achieve our goals. Here are fun, fabulous and clever products that will help you keep your resolutions!...
Great Holiday Stocking Stuffers for Boomers
Stocking Stuffer Panic No More…...
What To Do With The Leftovers: Turkey Noodle Soup
A little sage makes this Turkey Noodle Soup a little different...
Nancy Lowell
Nancy Lowell is a lifelong food lover/professional. She is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, with a passion for the beauty and flavor of life. Nancy is a world traveler, urban mom, with a humorous POV, taking on the world plate by plate. She blogs at http://chefslastdiet.com