One Easy and Flexible Dessert Recipe
As you know, I do love to entertain. Greeting people with a glass of champagne and chatting over the island as we prepare the last…
Take a Joy Ride
We’re still not venturing out much because we want to limit our exposure to the virus. My mom lives with us, and she has a…
For Women of a Certain Age – Sweet Freedom Living
I’m often asked how I came up with the name, Sweet Freedom Living, for my blog. The short answer is I wanted a name to…
Low Carb Eating – Time to ditch the sugar!
I’m finally over my boredom cooking, and we are actively working off the long winter 15. In reality, I haven’t gained 15 from just winter….
Don’t Save the Best for Last
Where did we learn to save the best for last? I don’t remember my parents telling me this, but throughout my life I have done…
Serving Grace and Eating Crow
Back in April, only four weeks from the date my hubby and I returned from our first vacation in nearly a year, a friend posted…
My Favorite Sale of the Year
Can I just say that I’m super excited to be a new Nordstrom Affiliate, especially right in time for my favorite sale of the year?!…
Please Don’t Call Me Mature
There was a time in my life when it was a huge compliment to be referred to as mature. I’ve always been an “old soul”,…
Love Taps – Make Peace with Grief in Midlife
Remember love taps when we were kids? Someone would hit you, maybe a little too hard, and when you said, “Ouch!”, they would reply, “Oh,…
Crustless Quiche – It’s What’s for Brunch
Even though I don’t like early morning commitments, I love serving brunch. It’s such a civilized meal with a lot of flexibility. My favorite to…
What to do When You Don’t Want To
We all have responsibilities. Some are urgent, some are important, and some aren’t either of those. A lot of what I do are commitments I…
Midlife Career Change – How to Win a Job
Many companies have been laying off employees due to the pandemic, leaving people to deal with a midlife career change. People in their mid to…