Puppies, Kittens & Moms for May
As I write May 2026 column dedicated to moms and pets, I have plenty of help from my tuxedo cat Henri, who slept on the pillow next to me last night and demanded breakfast as soon as he heard the...
As the beauty of April’s weather rolls into southwest Florida across the Gulf, I am reminded of my own childhood at the water’s edge.
Regular readers of this column will remember that my father was an ichthyologist (fish biologist) (Read more...
March is a great month in Florida – the weather is beautiful, the skies are blue, and the season of festivals and great barbecue is starting up. March brings with it the amazing holiday of St. Patrick’s Day and the chance to...
I don’t know about you, but I can’t believe it is already February. It seems 2026 is just flying by… and all the holidays packed into February will absolutely make it seem like the shortest month (oops, it... https://lifestylesafter50.com/editorial-february-means-live-laugh-love/
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They say January 1 is New Year Day, but recently I read several articles that made me rethink this whole “calendar” thing. According to Brittanica.com, in the 7th century BCE, Roman emperor Numa Pompilius decided to change the date of the new year to January...
As we move into Festive December 2025, the great cycle of the year is slowly winding to a close. In a season originally intended for quiet reflection and hibernation, most of us instead choose festive parties, cookie swaps, Dirty Santa, huge sporting events, Christmas concerts, and all-family get-togethers. https://lifestylesafter50.com/editorial-christmas-cheer/
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Thanksgiving is the Superbowl of Gratitude
At the end of November is the “Superbowl” of gratitude: Thanksgiving. This year my family is going a different route, food-wise. Instead of the traditional turkey and mashed potatoes, each person is going to bring his or her favorite...
October 2025: It’s All About the Beer and Candy
October may be my favorite month. In my humble opinion, all the best things happen in October: barbecue festivals, cooler weather, and the best holidays ever, Oktoberfest and Halloween. (Read the full...
By Michele D. Baker
We begin Spectacular September with Labor Day on the first, then immediately head into two days dedicated to volunteering: International Day of Charity (Sept. 5) dedicated to Mother Teresa and 9/11 Day of Service. Read more here.
Tampa Bay September 2025 Edition
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Getting Older and Being Grateful
By Michele D. Baker
On August first I will celebrate a milestone birthday: 55 trips around the sun. It’s funny, but I don’t really feel older than 35. My hair is still 99% dark – we Leos...
