Hello and welcome to THE FEISTY SIDE OF FIFTY,™ the site that celebrates a truly remarkable generation of women. We alpha boomers, now fifty plus but nowhere near matronly, are rockin’ on and still flaunting our famously bodacious spirit and style. In truth, how could it be otherwise? We ladies can be deservedly proud of our shared history and far-reaching accomplishments. The determined women of our generation drove through legislation that reversed centuries of discrimination and forever altered the role of being born female in this country. (A rather formidable triumph, I might add!) Better yet, the … Read More
BOOMER LIFE BLOG
Living With Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Ways To Improve And Maintain A Healthy Lifestyle
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a term used to cover two chronic illnesses that vary in severity from patient to patient. Some will only suffer with inflammation in their colon, which is called Ulcerative Colitis (UC) and some can be affected anywhere throughout the digestive tract, which is called Crohn’s Disease. It’s currently still unclear as to what the causes of these chronic illnesses are, but it’s believed to be related to our genetics and our immune systems. Those with IBD experience flare ups of the disease and the symptoms include a combination of abdominal pain and cramps, tiredness and … Read More...
How to Buy a Meaningful Gift for Your Loved One
We’re are usually buying gifts for a special and merry occasion, but nothing can ruin that good spirit than spending hours browsing presents and waiting in line to buy them just to see the disappointment in your recipient’s eyes. If you want to avoid that by all means, keep this in mind: getting a present has more to do with the person’s soul than the price tag. To pick a meaningful present for your loved one, here’s what you need to consider: Listen carefully Many people think that a gift needs to be a totally unexpected surprise, but it turns out, it’s always better to give someone a present that … Read More...
Senior Living Options for Older Women
There’s this growing trend where senior women are choosing to live independently rather than moving to a medically assisted living for women. While some prefer to live in tiny homes, others like the communal aspect of living in a shared-housing society. Some like to snuggle with their cats and dogs. Then there are some devout Christians who love to spend their later years in faith-based assisted living for women. We’re all so different! So, in this post, we look at some of the most popular choices for senior women who may be contemplating their living options. Tiny House Communities You won’t find a … Read More...
Skincare and Beauty Routine for Women over 50
After a certain age, your skin, beauty and makeup routine requires changes. After a certain age, you need to switch to other products and do some things differently. Basic rules include minimizing makeup and committing to a skincare routine, as well as taking more care of the body and the overall health. So, here are the beauty tips that work for women over 50. Different Skincare Products With the appearance of the first fine lines, the skin also becomes different - it is dry and requires to be well moisturized all the time. So, skipping a skincare routine is definitely not something you should … Read More...
How to Become a Computer-Savvy Senior
For years now, the internet and gadgets have only been promoted to young people, so, naturally, many seniors feel a little fearful to dive into new technology. However, computers and other electronics are a great way to see the world, do business, stay in touch and meet new people—it’s not something only reserved for gaming and fun. If you’ve finally decided to enter the 21st century and learn more about computers, here are a few things you need to know and overcome: Get over your fears Don’t let the fear keep you from enjoying your life. Exploring the world of electronics might be scary, but with … Read More...
Simple Tricks to Boost Your Curb Appeal and Wow the Neighbors
The sanctity of your home is something reserved for the privileged few. Still, you may want to impress even those who will never step a foot inside. Some of these people will base their opinions of you and your family based on your home’s exterior decoration. If it’s neat and well-maintained, they’ll see you as hard-working, disciplined and diligent. There’s no reason why you wouldn’t want to appear so in their eyes. On the other hand, every visitor to your home will get a chance to admire its interior, either long before they step inside or seconds before they do so. In other words, the curb appeal and … Read More...
Feisty Podcasts/Interviews
Always Italy: A Conversation With The Author of Under The Tuscan Sun
We feisty boomers know that one of the best ways to celebrate life is through travel, savoring great food, enjoying magnificent scenery and learning new and fascinating information. That’s why this show on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio is especially exciting. Our guest is none other than Frances Mayes. You know … Read More...
Retirement Heaven Or Hell: Which Will You Choose?
Are you a boomer who is considering retirement and concerned about your financial security and general wellbeing? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what Mike Drak and Susan Williams share on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio. Mike is a forty-year veteran of the financial services sector who found … Read More...
Surefire Strategies for Mature Jobseekers
How Has the Pandemic Affected Older Workers?
The Covid-19 pandemic has shown very little discrimination. It has managed to exert its effect on practically every human being on the planet. Hardly anyone can claim the pandemic has made no impact on their life. However, these effects have not been the same for everyone, and some have had it worse than … Read More...
From Retirement to Entrepreneurship in a Few Simple Steps
Though retirement sounds like the best thing in the world some people simply don’t like being retired. That’s why they look into different ideas and choose to become entrepreneurs. If that’s something you’d like to do as well, here are a few things you need to consider. Pick the right path When starting your … Read More...