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Cuddles and Companionship with a Part-Time Pet
There are plenty of ways to enjoy the pleasures of owning a furry (or not furry) friend, without taking on the full-time responsibilities.
Patty Lowell
Jul 28, 20253 min read


On the Lookout–Sunglasses for Summer
Transform into a whole new person with a great pair of stylish sunglasses this summer.
Patty Lowell
Jul 21, 20253 min read


Cultivating Age Gap Relationships
In today’s multi-generational workforce and beyond, the benefits of connecting with people outside of our age group is valuable.
Patty Lowell
Feb 24, 20253 min read


What Does Ambition Mean Later in Life?
For women who’ve pursued personal goals throughout their lives, the key to successfully reframing ambition later in life is letting go of pr
Patty Lowell
Feb 17, 20253 min read


Galentine's Day: Sixty-something Edition
Report after report tells us that women living in the third-third of life are joyfully embracing the single life . Recent data from Pew...
Patty Lowell
Jan 25, 20254 min read


Watch Your Mouth Young Lady
I remember it well. I’d make some snarky remark that may or may not have included a mild curse word and within seconds my mom would...
Patty Lowell
Jan 10, 20254 min read


Make this Year about Action, not Outcome
A while back I went on a date with a very nice guy, former military, who introduced me to the term NATO. At first, I thought we were...
Patty Lowell
Dec 30, 20244 min read


Why Combat Boots are a Must for Women over 60!
If you are reading this blog, you probably remember back in the ‘80s when punk was popular and every co-ed wishing to annoy her parents...
Patty Lowell
Sep 25, 20243 min read


Graduating at 60—Inspiration Minus the Cap and Gown
After spending more than 10 years of my midlife career as a school administrator, I have attended my fair share of commencement...
Patty Lowell
Sep 19, 20243 min read


A Splash and Crash
I’ve been walking around for the past few weeks with my arm in a sling, which is not terribly comfortable when you consider the...
Patty Lowell
Jul 23, 20243 min read


Finding your Fashion Identity at 60
It’s a bold new world out here. Embracing the third-third of life means welcoming an exciting set of changes and challenges. It may mean...
Patty Lowell
May 2, 20244 min read


The Kids are NOT Alright
A close friend of mine is struggling mightily with an advanced case of mommy guilt--something she didn't expect to hit hard in midlife. ...
Patty Lowell
Apr 5, 20244 min read


The Self-Esteem Sweet Spot
Are you ready for another great piece of news about making it to your sixth decade? According to research into the life cycle of...
Patty Lowell
Apr 5, 20243 min read
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