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The Midlife Diaries

A Sunday newsletter featuring stories from my (practically) empty nest life plus rundown of all the things you need to read + watch + cook + and buy.

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Weekend Log: Take a tour of my cabin in Maine

See all the magic I've gotten to experience during my solo week in Maine.

My 60th birthday odyssey itinerary

Wait til you hear the mythical spot where I nabbed a spot during my two-week adventure.

Weekend Log: How to be an amateur psychoanalyst

Juggling all the things as I prepare to go away for two weeks. Also: buy these books.

Getting clear on what I want

With 60 looming, I'm getting clear on where I am and what I want for this new decade.

Weekend Log: What to do, read + watch

The movie I have been waiting for is finally here.

5 Things I'm Thinking About Right Now

Including two very different types of odysseys, with one that still needs some planning (that's where you guys come in).

Weekend Log: How to read the signs

I'm not great with patterns but it seems my body is trying to tell me something (again).

Weekend Log: July 4 memories

The holiday stirs up a lot for me, so I'm grateful I'll spend this one with my kids.

My Pinterest Board Life

When my vision does not align with the flow of life.

Weekend Log: How to get a good night's sleep

Give your busy brain a soft place to land at night. Also: my skinny dress.

Serve this magical dip at your next gathering

More magic: bathing suits I bought or am considering buying this summer.

Weekend Log: Naked and afraid

Just me, navigating an emergency, with no clothes on. Also: How to commemorate Juneteenth.

How to be a boy mom

For this girly girl, the way in with my boys was through the Knicks.

Weekend Log: 3 Things

I bought a kayak! Also, my dream bracelet stack and the salad dressing I'd drink.

Are we having fun yet?

A story about divorce and sobriety and committing to lowering the wall around my heart to let others in.

Weekend Log: The 'fun' issue

However you define it, we need more fun in our lives.

Weekend Log: What's your bookshelf hygiene?

I've got six bins full of books in my garage and need let go of at least half.

Perfect MDW recipe: Garden tours, a hot bath and (good) friends

What I'm watching, reading and obsessing over this holiday weekend.

Weekend Log: Summer. Starts. Now.

No matter what your vibe is this summer, let's make it a good one.

Long girls weekend with my daughter🧡

We shopped, went to the movies and looked at flowers. Plus: what I bought.