Today’s News for Women over 50
Happy Wednesday, friends! Time for the return of the Wednesday post called Today’s News for Women over 50.
Today’s News for Women over 50 is a weekly post where I curate lifestyle news into one location to make life easier for you.
I look for helpful news articles in four categories from around media world, and put them here for your consideration.
This is the first “today’s news” for 2025, so grab a warm, comfy spot and let’s look over the headlines….
TODAY’S NEWS FOR WOMEN OVER 50: AT HOME
Homes & Gardens: Martha Stewart collects vintage plant pots in a statement aqua color – designers say it’s the perfect accent for impact
Smithsonian Magazine: Exceptionally Well-Preserved Gold Ring Featuring ‘Venus the Victorious’ Unearthed on Ancient Road in France
Architectural Digest: 13 Farmhouse Bathroom Ideas That Will Inspire You to Embrace Rustic Charm
TODAY’S NEWS FOR WOMEN OVER 50: HEALTHY LIVING
The Independent: A flexibility expert says these are the three best stretches for fighting tight hips
Today: 100-Year-Old Woman Who Still Works At Home Depot Has Tips For A Long Life
Parade: I’m 90 and In the Best Shape of My Life—Here’s My Exact Workout’
TODAY’S NEWS FOR WOMEN OVER 50: IN THE KITCHEN
Skinny Taste: Beef Bourguignon (Slow Cooker)
Sally’s Baking Recipes: Homemade Ciabatta Bread for Beginners
Spoon Fork Bacon: Sesame Ginger Salad
Better Homes & Gardens: Turkey Chili Recipe
Easy Family Recipes: Green Chili Chicken Corn Chowder
A Sutherland Belle: French Onion Chicken Skillet
Taste of Home: 43 Low-Carb Soups for Chilly Nights
TODAY’S NEWS FOR WOMEN OVER 50: FASHION & BEAUTY
Yahoo Life: The Coolest French Woman Says That Skinny Jeans With These Shoes Are In for 2025
Better Homes & Gardens: 11 Items to purge from your closet for a clutter free wardrobe
Who What Wear: 10 Timeless Pieces You’ll Find in a French Girl’s 2025 Capsule Wardrobe, According to an editor living in Paris
FASHION VIDEO OF THE WEEK: SHE’S 67, BUT DRESSING LIKE THIS IS AN ART. RULES FOR A STYLISH APPEARANCE (WHO IS SHE?)
That is it for Today’s News for Women over 50…share any comments you may have…
And until tomorrow…..
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By Pamela Lutrell
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Thank you, Pam, for this great collection. The French girl article just reinforces that classic is the best. I can’t wait to try the Skinnytaste beef bourgignon. Skinnytaste is one of my favorite sites. Princess Caroline is beautiful. Have a warm day!!
Stay warm, Marcia! Glad you enjoyed the post!
I love the video. I haven’t thought of Princess Caroline in a long time. She’s certainly aged gracefully. I think I want her hair style. Thanks for sharing!
Glad you enjoyed it, Kim!
Please don’t scold me for a contrarian opinion. The article about stretching for hip flexibility is not safe for older people. The article is written by a younger man and shows fit, younger men doing the stretches. There is risk of injury for older people. The article about the 90 year old woman is far more doable. I have severe hip arthritis, mild scoliosis and mild osteoporosis. I attend classes lead by women PTs who are trained in these areas. I am recently doing a deep dive on osteoporosis. I listen to/watch on YouTube the podcast Happy Bones Happy Life by Margie Bissinger. There’s a lot to learn and a lot that can be done.
Thanks for sharing what works for you, Linlee! No one would scold you for keen observations!
I am looking forward to looking at other articles, but I read the fashion ones earlier. I am so happy that I tucked my skinny jeans away rather than donating them. Princess Caroline is lovely. Very classic. I wanted to mention that I enjoyed seeing you wearing your cold weather clothing yesterday. My husband has that Burberry scarf. I should borrow it. I enjoyed your daughter’s outfits. My daughter is also a working mom about the same age. I love seeing her choices when I visit for a week. She wears a lot of Anthropology, Sezanne, and Kettlewell. Your daughter is lovely. She appears to have the same style as my daughter. Well, time for a walk. It is 7* with windchill. Thank goodness for Lands End 0* coat. With all the fires and unusual weather across our nation, I hope that everyone here is safe.
I join in with you Deborah hoping all are safe. I have been watching news about the fires and it is so sad. Thanks for sharing…I think I will always love my skinny jeans!
I agree with Linlee about the hip flexibility stretches. If someone, especially in our age group, has any knee or hip issues these stretches done the way they are illustrated can cause pain and injury. I recently stopped attending my Wed. yoga class because the instructor changed the routine and added in that “saddle” stretch and increased the several lunges (I counted 12) in the sun saluation. If you have knee or hip issues pigeon can be done safely in your back. Loved the video of Princess Caroline. She has her mother’s beauty, style and poise.
Thanks Kathie…it is good to have these discussions!
As a former CCU RN and married to a physician, I agree strongly that those stretches as done by young men are very inappropriate for our age group. I have an artificial right knee joint, severe arthritis, peripheral neuropathy and osteoporosis in my right hip. These stretches would injure me as done. Please consult a good PT and your physician before attempting a vigorous stretching routine. As said above, even some yoga is not appropriate for us. Don’t do it if it will hurt you. I am 80 and stretching gently and daily walking are my means of staying healthy.
I loved the Princess Caroline video! I enjoyed the article on French style. Thank you Pam for the choice in articles. I’ve started baking again as a creative endeavor. Thank you for getting me started with Sally’s recipes during the holidays.