I love walking. I love the chance to quiet my mind while taking in the sights and sounds of a forest path or neighborhood sidewalk. I love breathing the fresh air, listening to the birds (or, just as likely, a podcast) and getting my blood pumping without feeling much strain on my body. And the […]
How (and why) I’m preparing to keep walking, all winter long. Read More »
It’s no secret that I start every day with a cup of black tea, but that’s not the only warm, comforting drink you’ll find in my mug! From late morning through bedtime, I ping-pong back and forth between my favorite herbal blends. But these infusions aren’t just a soothing and delicious way to stay hydrated!
3 system-supporting herbs that are always in my tea cabinet Read More »
Feeling a little sleepier, stiffer, or less focused lately? Yeah, me too. I love fall, but I admit the combination of shorter days, less sun, and colder weather can do a number on my mood, body, and mind – and that seems especially true now that I’m in my mid-40s. With the realities of fall
7 Nourishing Practices I’m Adding To My Autumn Midlife Wellness Routine Read More »
“You can’t pour from an empty cup.” All moms of young kids hear this piece of advice…an irony that’s almost cruel considering that, in that stage of life, a mom is lucky to accumulate a more than a dribble of peace or time or energy. And yet, pour out she must. So, when my kids
Flowing streams, not full cups. Read More »
As a younger mom, my skincare routine was scattershot. In my 40s, I figured midlife was a good time to get it together in the skincare department, learn how to layer products correctly, and get choosier about what I put on my face. Here’s my current skincare routine, along with specific products and timing.
My Midlife Skincare Routine: How It’s Changed, Where It’s Headed Read More »
Starting around 14, I entered into numerous hot-and-heavy, yet unreliable, relationships with skincare products. It started with a love quadrangle with the dashing suitors Clean & Clear, Noxema, and Bioré, then progressed to a discount-driven romance with whichever drugstore brand offered the best BOGO deal. When money was flush, I’d sometimes even dabble in enthusiastic
Why I’m Embracing Midlife Skincare Monogamy Read More »
