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Always Picked Last
I recently took up pickleball, which is basically tennis’ cooler, less intimidating cousin. I’ve had four coaching sessions and have been playing for about four months now. Am I good? Absolutely not. Do I like it? Weirdly, yes. A lot. At my last coaching session, the instructor looked at me and said, “You’re improving! Did you play sports before?” I nearly choked. Me? Athletic? I quickly explained my long, “storied” history of being the person you pick last for every gym te

Lou and Teresa
Oct 21, 20252 min read


Nourish to Flourish: Natural Ways to Support Breast Health and Wellness
Every October, pink ribbons fill our timelines, shop windows, and communities — powerful reminders of strength, survival, and solidarity....

Lou and Teresa
Oct 14, 20253 min read
💔 Gray Divorce: When “Forever” Starts to Feel Too Long
There’s a moment many people over 50 never expect to face: sitting across the table from the person they thought they’d grow old with and...

Lou and Teresa
Oct 7, 20254 min read


Preparing for Thanksgiving Dinner with Traditional Spices
A rustic spice shelf featuring a variety of herbs and spices stored in vintage glass jars, showcasing an array of vibrant colors and...

Lou and Teresa
Oct 1, 20253 min read


Strive for Health, Not Just Healthcare
In this week’s podcast episode Teresa and I talk to our esteemed guest, Dr. Heather Burney, about women’s health and more specifically...

Lou and Teresa
Sep 23, 20253 min read


Whole-Lived Wellness: Mind, Body, Relationships & Joy
When we talk about wellness, most of us think of eating right and exercising. And while those matter, they’re only part of the story....

Lou and Teresa
Sep 16, 20252 min read


Old-School American Sayings We Still Toss Around (Even If We Don’t Know Why)
Some American sayings are like hand-me-down jeans—some fit perfectly. For example, it’s easy to understand the phrase often attributed to...

Lou and Teresa
Sep 9, 20252 min read


Tech & Tools for Self-Knowledge: Wellness in the Digital Age
For women over 50, wellness today looks very different than it did even a decade ago. We live in a digital age where technology—once...

Lou and Teresa
Sep 2, 20252 min read


“Beans: The Cheap, Healthy Superfood Hiding in Plain Sight”
Growing up, in my household, beans were a staple at dinner. I grew to love them even before I learned of the many health benefits....

Lou and Teresa
Aug 26, 20252 min read


Building Strength, Energy & Vitality After 50
When we cross that milestone birthday of 50, people often expect us to start slowing down. But here’s the truth I’ve learned—we don’t...

Lou and Teresa
Aug 19, 20252 min read


Why Magnesium Could Be Your New Favorite Supplement
Struggling to fall asleep or battling leg cramps at night? You’re not alone: many women are turning to magnesium as a natural way to...

Lou and Teresa
Aug 12, 20252 min read


Weighted Blankets & Menopause: A Cozy Solution for Better Sleep
Y’all, if you’ve ever slipped under a weighted blanket, you know it’s more than just warmth—it’s like getting a full-body hug. And for...

Lou and Teresa
Aug 5, 20252 min read


Strive for Health, Not Just Healthcare
I was talking with a friend recently about how different our childhood experiences with healthcare were. She and her siblings went to the...

Lou and Teresa
Jul 29, 20252 min read
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