Welcome to Starting New Starting Fresh, a community for thriving single women seniors. This blog is all about living our best simple life (within our means) and on our own terms. We’re rediscovering ourselves after 60. Peace. JoAnn
Eat a Bit of Chocolate: It’s Sunday
Sometimes you just have to eat a bit of chocolate. Why not today? It’s the perfect way to begin the weekend. And while this isn’t the best chocolate it’s indulgent and decadent. Enjoy your day and see you tomorrow, right back here! Choose kindness and respect for yourself and others Love JoAnn You can buy…
Saturday Morning Slowdown vol. 3
It’s Saturday, friends! And on Saturday morning I do Saturday things, like reading a chapter from this collection of stories. My plan is to relax and unwind from a busy week of writing and blogging. Then connect with one of my nieces. Afterward it’s back to my book and another cup of coffee. What more…
Quote Day Friday vol 3
Quote day Friday vol 3 is here. Oh my, oh my, oh my! This is an awesome one for all women but especially for those of us over 60! You’re going to walk into many rooms where you may be the only one who looks like you or who has the experiences you’ve had. So,…
The Kind Neighbor: A Story of Dignity and Quiet Prayer
A week before Christmas, the day after we received five inches of heavy, wet snow, I was reminded how grateful I am for a kind neighbor across the street. My sister and I are in our 60s now, with compromised health issues, and clearing snow is getting harder each year. We do not own a…
How Much Water Should You Drink After 60?: HealthyTips for You
Hi, friends, let me ask you a question, please. How much water should you drink after 60? As we age, our bodies may not signal thirst as clearly as when we were younger. That’s why it’s essential for us to be mindful of hydration. Are you drinking enough water every day to stay healthy? Let’s…
What is Your Favorite Unimportant Thing About You?
Hi friends, What is your favorite unimportant thing about you? Let’s play this game. It’s something trivial and quirky to get our mind off the heaviness of the world. This is all about showing your quirky side, without getting too personal. Ready? JoAnn’s Unimportant Things I’ll go first: I memorized my grandmother’s bread dough recipe….
Small Batch Any Squash Baked Pancakes
Welcome back, welcome back! Last week I gave you a dairy free and egg free version of baked squash pancakes. Today, here is the small batch any squash baked pancakes recipe. I call this “any squash” because it works well with acorn, butternut, delicata, and pumpkin squashes. These pancakes bake up well, last for a…
Sunday Morning Pancakes and Rest
Hi, friends, and happy Sunday morning pancakes and rest day to you! I hope your morning is going well, and you’re treating yourself kindly and respectfully. I’m focusing on eating this delicious “small batch any squash pancakes” and getting more rest today. I’ll have this recipe up for you tomorrow. Here is a photo of…
Quote Day Friday vol. 2 (one day late)
Quote day friday vol. 2 is here. Today’s quote comes from poet, playwright, writer, and illustrator Nikita Gill and it’s a good one! “Women who believe in each other create armies that will win kingdoms and wars.” -Nikita Gill I believe in you, my sisters who are over 60. You’re have been an amazing…
Saturday Morning Slowdown vol. 2
It’s Saturday! On Saturday morning I do Saturday stuff, like reading a chapter from this collection of stories. My plan is to relax and unwind from a busy week of writing and blogging. Then take a walk around the driveway. Afterward it’s back to my book and another cup of coffee. What more could a…