I’m the “the Inside Out Girl” and there’s nothing more thrilling than seeing real time results that I’m changing on the inside. It was just over one year ago that I began a 12 month journey to put AlgaeCal and its Bone Builder Pack Guarantee to the test. It’s not often that I’m given the opportunity to empirically prove that a product I love and believe in does what it says. It takes a strong brand to deliver on a strong promise. AlgaeCal told me that in one year of using their Bone Builder Pack, I would gain bone density and stronger bones, at an age where women are losing bone density ..read more

"So ... I was justified." Raylon Givens, Justified Deputy US Marshall I have a confession. I’ve been cyber stalking Elaine Kim for several years now. I’ve become a first class virtual window shopper, utterly obsessed with her flawless design aesthetic. A few of my favorite Fierce sisters like Susan Kanoff, the Midlife Fashionista, and Lesley Wolman, Fabulesley, have been wearing and sharing Elaine Kim on IG. I have to thank the fabulous Susan Kanoff for the connection to Elaine and her team. I feel like I’m in fashion heaven wearing and styling this gorgeou ..read more

“I have cellulite. I admit it. But sometimes I just say, ‘Screw it, I am going to wear a bikini.’” – Cindy Crawford Beauties, there’s a new online boutique “in town” – Brindle Boutique – and I’m delighted to join their Ambassador team! You may have seen some of your favorite fierce sisters wearing and sharing Brindle’s fabulous fashion on the Gram, but did you know they also carry a sensational line of swimwear? And they celebrate women of all ages and sizes as a body positivity brand. Well, Hello Summer! Hello Brindle! You can find their entire swimwear collection here along with everything ..read more

“To succeed in life, you need three things: a wishbone, a backbone and a funny bone.” – Reba McEntire Beauties, as Osteoporosis Awareness Month is coming to a close, I’d like to share how bone health is a lifelong mission for me. As we head into the summer, I wanted to remind you all how important our bone health truly is and how you can care for your bones all year round! My family history and genetics of poor bone health including osteoporosis, hip fractures and replacements, along with spinal stenosis, made me hyper aware of the importance of bone strength in leading a healthy life.  ..read more

“I have always believed that fashion was not only to make women more beautiful, but also to reassure them, give them confidence.” – Yves Saint Laurent I’ve always been a believer in acquiring special pieces in your wardrobe; statement pieces that will last a lifetime while  combining those with more trendy or affordable styles. My very first glimpse of Ming Wang and her luxurious statement designs instantly captivated me; they’re breathtakingly beautiful! It was the combination of the classic beauty found in her design ingenuity as well as the timeless nature of her styles that did it. I ..read more

"If you have a very hot experience then shock yourself with cold water, it's very very good for the nervous system.” Gwyneth Paltrow Tweet The new year comes and goes, and oftentimes, with it go our resolutions and our willpower to change our lives. NOT THIS YEAR, baby! I’m going to tell you how to energize and heat up your life … with Cold Water Plunges! There’s loads of research on the benefits of cold water plunges. I could sit here and spout the scientific benefits (which I will at the end for all you research geeks like me!) but the truth is that the best way to find out how somet ..read more

"'Help one another' is part of the religion of sisterhood.” Louisa May Alcott Tweet My blog is taking on a new direction to help YOU to navigate and create your best life – a MODLife or Modern Midlife! One of the best ways I’ve found to make new friends as a 40 plus woman is through an online community. Today, I’m sharing with you the top Facebook Communities to give you a head start by sifting through the zillions of virtual groups on social media. In case you missed it, this is a perfect follow up to my last post: “How to Find Friends at Midlife.” I have an inherent bias for my Facebo ..read more

"You can’t stay in your corner of the Forest waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes.” Winnie The Pooh Tweet One of the most frequently searched for questions on Google is: “How do I make friends at midlife?” Fortunately, I have oodles of experience in this area. Some of the best friendships in my life happened after I turned 55! How did this happen and, more importantly, how can this happen for you? First of all, let me assure you that if I can do it you can do it. In my early 50’s, I made a bold move cross-country from Chicago to LA. I was starting over. Fr ..read more

It’s Super Bowl Sunday as I write today’s post, and I’m Super excited and getting the wings and the nachos ready! However, I have zero interest in football. I’m tuning in today not to watch the game, but to watch the commercials and the halftime show! My attention will immediately be on the commercials, as my girl, my forever starlet, Maddie McCormick, made it into one of the most highly touted Super Bowl Commercials for Downy sharing their new product, the Unstoppables. (How apropos?!) I’ve always loved watching commercials during the Super Bowl as it’s the highest echelon o ..read more

"The Midlife crisis is someone else's fantasy. MODLife is what you create every day to celebrate who you are ... at any age. ” Catherine Grace O'Connell Tweet The straight A student over achiever in me would be horrified at using such an undignified and crass word as “ain’t” if she weren’t equally horrified by the connotation of midlife as a crisis. Honey, don’t you worry, as I promise “Midlife Ain’t No Crisis!” That is, unless you choose to view the word “crisis” in the more enlightened Eastern perspective where crisis equals opportunity! And, yes, my dear Fierce Sisters (and you bra ..read more