Embracing 50: Celebrating Womanhood and Motherhood

June 20, 2023June 19, 2023 - Nina Bradley Clarke

50 Things About Turning 50 as a Woman and Mom

Turning 50 is a remarkable milestone for any woman, especially those who have journeyed through the joys and challenges of motherhood. It’s a time to reflect on the experiences that have shaped us, celebrate our accomplishments, and embrace the wisdom that comes with age. Since turning 50 earlier this year, I have realized that growing older is a privilege and we all need to celebrate the gift of aging. As I have shared with you all before, my favorite age is now, and we should all be tapping into who we are. Life after 50+ is not all sunshine and lollipops either. I will always keep it real. There are challenges that come with this stage too. (We can talk about menopause and parenting teenagers another time!) But we are here to embrace the wisdom, experience, and newfound freedom that life after 50 brings, allowing us to fully appreciate the journey and make the most of every moment. Here are 50 simple and positive pieces of advice for women as they reach this incredible milestone.

The Joy of Pickleball

May 22, 2023May 21, 2023 - Nina Bradley Clarke

The Sport That’s Taking the World by Storm

Pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the world, recently caught my attention. How could it not? Everyone is talking about Pickleball these days so I decided to give it a try.

From day one, I knew I liked the fast-paced nature of pickleball. The sport’s unique blend of tennis, badminton, and ping pong offers an exciting and engaging experience that keeps players hooked from the start. Playing pickleball not only provides a great workout but also offers opportunities to learn something new and make new friends.

Find Your Own Path

April 21, 2023April 19, 2023 - Nina Bradley Clarke

As a parent, you want your children to be happy and successful in life. One of the best ways to help them achieve this is by teaching them to carve out their own path. By encouraging your kids to follow their own interests and passions, you can help them find success on their own terms. Recently, our teenage son, Charlie, was actually the one who was teaching me about finding your own path. This lesson was an important one for me, and I wanted to share more about this with all of you here on the blog.

Walk This Way

March 25, 2023March 24, 2023 - Nina Bradley Clarke

My husband decided for Lent that he was going to walk 10K steps per day.

I decided over our recent vacation to Florida that I would join him in this mission. I have been making a big effort with strength training since I turned 50 and I am loving that so much. Now I’m adding the daily walks in as well for more movement. This isn’t a weight loss thing for me, it’s more about my mental health as well as a mood booster. Getting outside for some fresh air each day reduces my overall stress level.

I Am Loving My New Invisalign Smile

February 13, 2023February 10, 2023 - Nina Bradley Clarke

Are you considering Invisalign in 2023? Do you know someone who is considering it? Or, maybe you just started your Invisalign journey. I am sharing all my tips and tricks here.

I had my Invisalign trays for six months in total. As I shared with you all when I started my Invisalign journey, I have never had braces before, so I was not really sure what I was getting myself into.

An American (Family) in Paris

January 2, 2023January 2, 2023 - Nina Bradley Clarke

A few of our favorite things about our family trip to Paris

Happy New Year! Here’s to good health, more good news, and big love in 2023!

We ended 2022 with a bang. Our family went on a very special trip to Paris for Christmas break. It was magical to be there over Christmas. The Christmas markets in Paris are not to be missed. This was our kids’ first time being in Europe, and I know they will always remember this trip. First up, our flight tips for the flight over to Paris: eye masks and melatonin are your BFFs on the flight as well as CARRY ON LUGGAGE. Trust me, you can do carry-on!

Season of Kindness

December 18, 2022December 18, 2022 - Nina Bradley Clarke

The holiday season is not always happy for everyone. No matter how you feel right now, the truth is that this time of year is often filled with emotions for everyone. If this month has been hard for you, I am with you.

Our mom recently became critically ill in the hospital in Naples, Florida, and required a lot of intense care very quickly.

Top 10 List

November 16, 2022November 22, 2022 - Nina Bradley Clarke

10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Turning 50

November is my birthday month, hello Scorpio season! Turning 50 actually feels great so far. When you turn 50, you no longer have to apologize for your opinions.

Here is my list of the top 10 things I wish I knew before turning 50. I am writing this in the hopes that it helps someone. (Like a big sister would do.)

Enjoy!

My Favorite Age is Now

October 22, 2022October 21, 2022 - Nina Bradley Clarke

My big birthday is coming up. I am welcoming this milestone with open arms. Turning 50 actually feels less challenging than turning 40 did for me. Maybe that is because I had two babies at the time and I was really tired and overwhelmed. Or, maybe it is because I am more comfortable and happy with who I am now. Older and wiser and more confident perhaps?

Fall Checklist

September 25, 2022September 24, 2022 - Nina Bradley Clarke

Hello, fall 2022! As we embrace a new season ahead, we say goodbye to summer.

I have actually been feeling anxious about this fall as we have a jam-packed schedule. Bring on the hockey season! It is also sinking in that this is Charlie’s last year with us at home. Cue the mom tears! I am having all the feelings as we close out September. Blaine is turning 12 this week, leaving me wondering where did my baby girl go?! And speaking of birthdays, I have a very big one approaching that I am preparing for. More on that milestone soon! #Almost50