A style blog based on a fifty-something Baby Boomer doing her best to age gracefully.
Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that so many TV commercials seem to be about bloating, gas, and cramping? Perhaps, because April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) awareness month. A perfect time to remind you about a gut check.
First of all, let’s look at the facts: IBS is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder of unknown cause, meaning it’s idiopathic. This syndrome affects between 25 and 45 million people in the United States— so, that’s about 10 to 15% of the population.
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Lately, when I look in the mirror, I feel like I’m looking at a mole hill. The amount of moles on my face and body have exponentially exploded since I’ve gotten older. When I was in my teens, a dark regular mole on your cheek was considered to be very attractive. Who didn’t want a […]
When my children were very young, I was a member of the African American mother’s group Jack & Jill of America, One year, I organized an art auction to raise money for the community. The event not only donated funds for a local charity but it gave the children and parents an opportunity learn about […]
Recently, I went to see Baz Luhrmann’s highly-anticipated adaptation of The Great Gatsby. I even re-read the book to reacquaint myself with the storyline and characters but the irony of needing 3-D glasses to appreciate the visual splendor was fascinating. And to be honest, a little confusing, do I wear the 3D glasses over my […]
One of my favorite things to do is watch black and white movies. You know the ones with great story lines, girl always gets the guy and all issues are resolved with two hours. Women were sophisticated and beacons of elegance with their handbags, gloves and hats in their matching ensembles. When I attended a […]