Can lightning strike on the other side of 50? It sure can. Sherry Amatenstein shares true stories of finding The One.
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How to Survive Midlife Divorce (Plus What To Do With That Wedding Ring)
Here Karen Bigman shares the steps she took after divorce. Now she is living-proof of a more fulfilling single life.
She Missed Out on Having Kids—Should She Foster a Child Now?
Amy Ferris was in the thick of menopause when she had an overwhelming urge to nurture a child. But was it the most giving or selfish move she could make? Here, she tells you how it played out.
Empty Nest, Empty Marriage? Our Advice Genius On How to Reconnect
Now that the nest is empty, one woman is ready for adventure and travel. Her husband…not so much. Cathi Hanauer shares how these two need to contemplate the road ahead.
A Mother’s Regret: When Grown Children Don’t Get Along
Every parent wants their kids to get along, to support and love one another along life’s path. But here Terry Haward faces the harsh truth that her daughters may never do that.
The Good, the Bad, the Mansplaining: When A Husband Takes Over the Kitchen
What would happen if your partner decided to do the household cooking? Patrice Nicholas found out when her husband did just that—and it wasn’t at all what she expected
An Expert Shares the Scoop On Why We Love Margaritas So Much (And Recipes, Too!)
This storied cocktail has a fascinating history, reveals Jeanette Hurt. Every bit as delicious are the recipes and tips she serves up so you can enjoy this drink every which way.
The Other Female in Our Bed—And Why I Welcomed Her
(It’s not what you think!) Janie Emaus shares a story of sadness and re-finding the rhythm of daily life in this sweet story
Family Recipes: A Banana Muffin That Connects the Generations
Her mom’s muffin recipe made her feel better as a kid. Now it’s Janet Siroto’s turn to return the favor. Here she explores the symmetry of family love expressed through baking
Family Road Trip: Our End-of-Childhood RV Tour of the West
The summer before her oldest headed to college, NextTribe’s Jeannie Ralston and family traveled through national parks in an RV. There, among the wilds of the West, she discovered lessons about the final chapters of parenting and letting go.
