Category: life

Let's talk about our faces, about beauty interventions. And the pressure to look young, and why it's better to resist rather than capitulate.

I'm employing anti-doom strategies this week. To stave off feelings that arise from too much time on social media, among other things.

What is the state of things where you are? We are watching spring unfold, slowly. And I'm considering changes to my blog.

It's late winter, and spring is at least a month off. So I'm dreaming of warmer places, of travel, and of travel packing.

I had my first first day of school in many years recently. And I was nervous. At my age. Just like when I was a kid.

Menopausal women are having a moment. About time. I've been watching The Change and Riot Women on BritBox and they are both brilliant shows.

Our season of sloth has been lovely this year. Quiet, contemplative, delicious, and wonderfully restorative.

So this is the Tale of Benjamin Balsam. A very lovely Christmas tree that lives at our house. Apologies to Beatrix Potter.

This week it's all about fun and folderol. Friends, family, walking, talking, laughing, and ringing in December in a lovely way.