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Low or No-Cost Things to Do at Christmas in Orange County, California

This year, for the first time in 15 years, I was able to spend Christmas with my children and grandchildren in Southern California. It was a wonderful experience, but of course, it was over too soon. Having lived in Orange County for over 40 years, I know the area...

10 Hiking Tips for Active and Adventurous Midlife Women

A lot of people are under the wrong impression that people who are in their midlife years are no longer active or adventurous. But this is not always the case. A lot of active and adventurous midlife women spend their days still doing a lot of physical activity. Some...

Could Your Parent or Loved One’s Hoarding Be A Sign Of Depression?

Could Your Parent or Loved One’s Hoarding Be A Sign Of Depression? The condition of hoarding has become more well-know since the reality television series “Hoarders” began airing on A & E in 2009, but I think that we all know someone who has been...

6 Quick Tips for Apple Picking

One of the things I look forward to each fall is going to the orchards to pick apples. It seems that it’s either something people love or something they “just don’t get” (why pick apples when there are perfectly good ones available at the...

How We Fight – Empowering Women with Heart Disease

*This is a sponsored post but as always, my opinions are my own. This content reflects my personal opinions and was not created or reviewed by Novartis. Last week I attended the How We Fight event in New York City at the Crown Plaza Hotel Times Square as a guest of...

Grand Trip: 9 Essential Tips for Traveling with Your Grandchildren

The holiday season is near again, and it is time for some unforgettable family adventures! Whether you choose to travel as an extended family or it is just you and your grandchildren, there are plenty of tips to keep in mind to ensure that you travel without any major...