Here’s my review of Olaplex, the new weapon against split ends and damage from hair coloring. If you color your hair you should know about this product. Is there any woman out there who doesn’t color their hair? At least any woman over the age of 35. I’ve been coloring my hair since I-can’t-remember when. First I boosted the blonde when […]
Now that I’m parenting a teen, my big apology to the world.
I’m officially parenting a teen, and frankly I’m scared. Well, scared and slightly sickened. The eye rolling, the crossed arms, the silent stare of death; I’ve gone from “Mommy” to the most stupid humanoid on the planet. This whole teen thing is new in our house but somehow it feels strangely familiar. Why? BECAUSE I REALIZE, I WAS ONCE […]
Increase your Self Esteem: simple ways to feel more confident everyday.
You can increase your self esteem and self worth, it just takes a few simple tricks. Your self esteem can take a beating during divorce. You feel depressed and disappointed. You find fault with everything about yourself. How many times have you caught yourself saying horrible things about yourself? Stupid? Fat? Loser? Oh yes, the negative self talk of divorce. […]
3 Non toxic nail polish brands to try now.
3 Non toxic nail polish brands to try now. A healthier way to polish your nails. I’ve been trying to live a little bit healthier each day and lessen my exposure to unnecessary chemicals whenever possible (and frankly when it’s easy). I started thinking about my nail polish. What’s in those pretty little nail polish bottles anyway? I actually […]
Divorced Over 40? Don’t waste your time dating this guy.
Divorced over 40? Have kids? Here’s some very important dating advice you need to hear. What’s this earth shattering, paradigm shifting information I need to lay upon you? Don’t waste your time dating a man over 40 who’s never been married and had kids. There I said it. Harsh but completely true. So why do I make this huge ass generalization? 1. […]
Stitch Fix Review July 2015: Polished Summer Essentials
My Stitch Fix Review July 2015: A box full of polished summer essentials Stitch Fix Just got my July Stitch Fix box. I was so excited to break it open and see what goodies were waiting inside. (It’s like Christmas in July!) Thank goodness another shipment arrived this monthly because the shirts and jeans from last month’s box had become the […]
New sleep research; is sleep the new fountain of youth?
New sleep research is out; is sleep the new fountain of youth? I’m always searching for the latest news in health and beauty; and especially looking for small, easy ways to stay healthy over 40. We all know the importance of sleep for our general health but lately I’ve been seeing more and more research on sleep’s ability to slow the […]
Gwyneth Paltrow opens up about divorce and the difficulties of co-parenting
Gwyneth Paltrow talks about the difficulties of divorce and co-parenting with her ex Chris Martin. I just got back from the Blogher ’15 conference in New York where Gwyneth Paltrow was one of the featured speakers. I’ve been a reader of her lifestyle blog goop for a while and was really curious to hear her speak. Most of the women […]