Invisible After 60: The Moment My Doctor Made Me Feel Irrelevant
I asked my new, 40-something female physician (a specialist) about the risks versus the benefits of an increased dose of a medication. We had mostly concluded the annual visit, and as the doctor stood up to leave, she said at my age (63), if the medication made me feel better, use it. She cited no […]
How Women 50+ Self-Sabotage Their Finances
Michelle Smith* spent more than $100,000 on her daughter’s wedding. “I have only one daughter, and we wanted to give her the wedding of her dreams,” said Smith. She was letting her heart self-sabotage her finances. That money was taken from retirement funds. “In hindsight, was it worth it? I can’t answer that. How do […]
The New York Times Is Now an Online Word Games Company
All the Online Word Games That’s Fit to Print The New York Times is no longer a news company. It’s a gaming empire with a newsroom attached. And it’s more than crossword puzzles online or word games on a website. The New York Times was the pinnacle of serious journalism for over a century: the […]
Not That Kind of Feminist: Why Boomer Women Struggle With the Label
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From Birkin to Wirkin: How Walmart Just Trolled Luxury Culture
The Birkin bag—a leather-bound status symbol birthed by Hermès, famed for its exclusivity and craftsmanship—was once the epitome of understated wealth. Initially conceived as a practical yet luxurious carryall for British actress Jane Birkin in the 1980s, the Birkin’s utility has long since been eclipsed by its symbolism. Today, it exists less as a bag […]
Reflections on Personal Growth and Oh Sh*t Moments
Let’s face it: New Year’s resolutions are as make-believe as Santa Claus. Good intentions? Sure. But mostly, they’re recycled promises from Christmas past, scribbled in haste as the new year ushers us in. They’re the equivalent of saying, “I’ll just have one more glass of eggnog”—well-meaning but completely unrealistic. We love to share them, talk […]
Brain Rot: Word of the Year or Scrolling Yourself Stupid?
How long have you been scrolling before landing here? Have you been ignoring family members and avoiding the dishes in the sink while slumping in comfy sweats, praying your phone battery survives just one more TikTok? If your right thumb has a cramp from relentless scrolling, or you clicked “What happens when you eat kimchi […]
Why Are Boomer Moms So Damn Anxious?
Boomer Women, We Need to Talk What’s with all the panic texts and doom scrolling? Aren’t we the same generation that marched for Women’s Lib and hurled mops, high heels, and bras into a freedom trash can? So why are we now clutching our pearls like everything’s falling apart? Let’s break this down because your […]
What’s the Deal with Men and the Roman Empire?
Who doesn’t feel inspired when thinking about the splendors of Rome? In September, I returned from my second trip to Rome in recent months, and you know what? It never disappoints. Rome surprises, astonishes, and leaves me wanting more. As I buckled in for my flight home, I couldn’t stop thinking about the recent “all […]
Are You a Nap Taker or a Nap Shamer?
Society has brainwashed us into thinking that napping is a sign of weakness, especially for women who are supposed to be invincible, tirelessly juggling work, family, and every other damn thing on our plates. From day one, we’re fed this myth that the road to success is paved with sleepless nights and perpetual burnout. And […]
Are You Binging or Bonding? The Truth About Social Influencer Obsession
The Love-Hate Rollercoaster of Social Media Influencers Ahh, social influencers. Those internet darlings who somehow manage to inspire us, drain our wallets, and spark envy—all at the same time. I admit I have a love-hate relationship with them. I’ve been tempted by their product recommendations and made more than my fair share of impulse purchases. […]
What’s in a Name? Old Bag, Hag, Crone—No Thank You
What’s the best, most inclusive, least eye-roll-inducing way to describe women “of a certain age”? If you have one, believe me, I’m all ears. The truth is, trying to label us without boxing us in feels like an impossible task. Swapping out words like “older,” “retired,” “mid-life,” “senior,” or “mature” all feel cringy, each word […]
