Silver Sirens Blog

"Caregiving means pushing through when everything is a mess and you’re so exhausted and drained that you’re not even sure you’ll make it....

"Be nice to your children. After all, they are going to choose your nursing home". Steven Wright My mother was in her early 70s when we...

It has been brought to my attention by a very brave soul (my daughter, my husband would not be game) that I am not as fit as I once was...

"We are shapeshifting creatures, through and through. Shedding skin after skin, 'til finally we reach the one that will see us out. The...

"The wisdom of our elders is a priceless gift, a guiding light that illuminates our path and reminds us of the strength and resilience...

*istock photo Forgetfulness during menopause is like hosting an unruly party in your brain – things are scattered, names are slipping...

"It's a tragedy that the workforce lose so many talented menopausal women due to ignorance" Faith Agugu I was fortunate not to be in the...

"So many women I've talked to see menopause as an ending. But I've discovered this is your moment to reinvent yourself after years of...

Some guy said to me: "Don't you think you're too old to sing rock'n'roll?" I said: "You'd better check with Mick Jagger." Cher I was at a...

"Some people believe that Ageism is the most accepted form of discrimination. I believe that Ageism is a great leveler. Your race,...

Over the years the Redefining Ageing event has tackled some serious subjects, from menopause in the workplace to sexuality beyond 50, and...

“We are the first generation to feel the impact of climate change and the last generation that can do something about it.” Barack Obama...

"Domestic violence is not a private matter; it is a crime against humanity. We must stand together, raise our voices, and break the...

"It is literally impossible to be a woman... You are very beautiful and very smart... and it breaks my soul that you think you're not...

"Community is Everything. It's believed that we need three communities to thrive. I'm happy that you've made Silver Sirens one of yours"...

"The love expressed between women is particular and powerful because we have had to love in order to live; love has been our survival."...

"Age is not a barrier to the miracle of life; it is a testament to the strength, wisdom, and love that comes with embracing motherhood at...

"Marrying late is better than marrying wrong" Relationship & Love Quotes My partner and I got married on Sunday. We've been together for...

"Getting on top of your finances in midlife is like climbing a mountain. It may be a steep climb, but the view from the top is worth it"...

"Midlife is the time when a woman's career can take off because she has had time to accumulate experience, build a professional network,...