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17/01/2024

My dear friend, Tammy Carrington has been struggling for 25 years to keep her severely challenged son, Jonathan, alive. Tammy is a woman of huge faith and she promised God if He saved her son she would tell everyone she meets about what God has done, and she has. I just helped Tammy set up a GoFundMe page. She needs a wheelchair lift van. If you feel inclined, would you please donate? If you know someone who could help her buy a wheelchair lift van would you please contact me? In all the time I've written interviews and blogs, I've never asked anyone for money, but this woman is at the breaking point and needs your help. Please click on the link and read her story. Please share this on your page. Thank you, Brenda Coffee

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13/01/2024

I've been offered a publishing contract for my memoir, and I'm over the moon! Details on my blog. xoxox, Brenda

I’ve been offered a publishing contract for my memoir, and I’m over the moon. Publishers schedule books a year in advance so my book will hit the shelves in May 2025. A year seems like a long time, but there’s a lot to do like edits, proofing and approvals, and…

06/01/2024

"Who makes it happen? We make it happen!" Some food for thought and encouragement as you make changes to your life this year. xoxox, Brenda

I’ve never been big on making New Year’s resolutions, but I believe the beginning of each new year is an opportunity to think about the things in our lives that work for us and those that aren’t in our best interest. It takes courage to make big changes, but if…

05/12/2023

We are wired for connection, but there have been times this year when I’ve been too sick to do anything but turn within, and your sweet and kind generosity has meant the world to me. I love you all.

Last week, I brought home an unwanted souvenir from a recent trip to New York City: My first case of Covid. Everything about my trip was fun and fabulous, but Covid has left me wobbly with breathing problems and taste buds that have fled for parts unknown. Thank goodness I…

24/11/2023

Wishing you all more blessings than you know what to do with.

21/10/2023

Suzanne Somers made a personal decision to defy her physicians and receive unconventional breast cancer treatment. A look at her choices and my experience with her "alternative therapy doctor." I thought he was a conman.

Like everyone, I’m saddened about the death of Suzanne Somers. She was pure joy and delight and an early warrior for women’s rights and women’s health. Her death has once again opened the discussion about the treatment choices she made when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000,.....

12/10/2023

My thanks to Jill Daniel for inviting me to interview supermodel and author Paulina Porizkova at an event in Dallas, Tuesday night. Paulina's memoir, No Filter, is a gutsy delve into life after her late husband, Ric Ocasek, lead singer with the band The Cars, died and cut her out of his will. He claimed she abandoned him, although they were living in the same house! If you're looking for a good book, it's a fascinating read! xoxox, Brenda

07/10/2023

What is it with some women over 50? We were the generation who fought for a seat at the table, but some of us are still tearing one another down, and I'm angry!

Last month on Instagram, Stevie Nicks posted a video of herself walking toward the edge of the stage in a sold-out stadium full of cheering fans in Columbus, Ohio. She’s the same beautiful, flaxen-haired woman with the unique voice and flowing skirts we’ve known since 1975 when she joined Fleetw...

28/09/2023

If you want to read about a woman who's aging well, has a zest for life, doesn't care about spending money on clothes and baubles and knows what the important things in life are, Pia Gronning will inspire you. xoxox, Brenda

Where ever you are, I hope you're experiencing cooler temperatures and the leaves are changing from their familiar green to a cornucopia of reds, oranges and yellows. Today, it's time for me and my friend Cindy to bring you our Ageless Style series where we each interview a different woman.…

09/09/2023

That's a photo of my friend, Elizabeth. I told her it's a glamour shot compared to mine. Wait till you see me with no makeup, wearing a "silence of the lambs" mask! But seriously... Sleep apnea is deadly. xoxox, Brenda

We’ve all heard stories about people who “died in their sleep,” but did you know they might have died from sleep apnea? For years I’ve known I had sleep apnea, but I wasn’t motivated to do anything about it until I learned of its deadly impact on the heart. Recently…

03/09/2023

As you're thinking about retirement, have you thought about mapping out a plan for what to do next? This lady did and now she's getting parts in television commercials. xoxox, Brenda

I hope you're all having a great week. Today my friend Cindy Hattersley and I are each interviewing a different woman for our monthly Ageless Style series. In 2021, Diane Britt-Smith walked away from a career in international media as a video producer and a training director, and returned to…

05/08/2023

Did you know dead skin cells on your face prevent your skin creams from doing their job? FYI, there's a way to fix this without getting a facial. xoxox, Brenda

Did you know your skin accounts for almost 16 percent of your overall body mass? It’s the largest organ in your body. It’s waterproof and soft enough to allow movement but tough enough to resist tearing, plus it keeps out bacteria. It’s also a good indicator of your overall health.…

29/07/2023

I'm profiling an inspiring woman this month for my Ageless Style post. Would you believe she's 76? https://1010parkplace.com/agless-style-with-candace-leslie-cima/ xoxox, Brenda

25/05/2023

Are you familiar with Dominique Sachse? She has almost two million YouTube followers and does the greatest and for Check out my interview with this classy lady and then hop over and read Cindy Hattersley's interview this month for our series. xoxo, Brenda

Today I'm joining my friend Cindy Hattersley for our monthly Ageless Style Series. This month I'm interviewing Dominique Sachse, a former prime-time TV news anchor and broadcast journalist for KPRC 2 in Houston, Texas, a Top 10 market. During her 28 years on television, Dominique was a household nam...

20/05/2023

When we're planning for a big trip, we consider the possibility that we might get sick while we're gone, but we rarely think it will actually happen. Last month I got horribly sick in Tuscany and was taken by ambulance to the hospital in Florence.

My recent “Invitation to the Rest of Your Life Trip” in Tuscany wasn’t what any of us expected—not me or the ladies who joined me. No one could have foreseen that early the morning of day three, I would get horribly sick at the villa, unable to be more than…

06/04/2023

Today I'm featuring favorite fashion brands from me and four other top over 50 women bloggers! Plus, I rediscovered a brand that's upped its fashion game by giant leaps. They have a new designer that knows how to flatter a woman's figure. Can't wait for you to take a look! xoxox, Brenda

There was a time in my life when I lived in jeans. Straight-leg, bell bottoms, and black velvet jeans were staples in my closet. While I weigh about the same as I did then, my body has rearranged itself. Now I’m short-waisted, and my butt has dropped in altitude which…

23/03/2023

I love this woman's style, and her gorgeous silver hair is part of that style. She's beautiful, and she's a two-time breast cancer survivor. Brava! And if you're interested in doing an online writers' retreat, or going with her to Greece for her retreat, check out my blog for more information. xoxox, Brenda

Welcome to this month’s Ageless Style where Cindy Hattersley and I interview a different woman whose style we think you will like. As the founder and director of the international Women Reading Aloud organization, award-winning novelist, Julie Maloney, brings women together in writing workshops a...

28/02/2023

How's your day going? I hope you're surviving the weather in your part of the world. I think you're going to love Carolyn Espley-Miller. She's thoughtful and funny... and married to comedian Dennis Miller. She and I had a great time doing this interview. xoxox, Brenda

Once again, Cindy Hattersley and I are each interviewing a different woman for our “Ageless Style” series. This month I sat down with Carolyn Espley-Miller, aka Slim Paley, a natural beauty with a well-honed eye and a passion for interior design and photography. Carolyn’s popular Instagram pag...

13/02/2023

Under-eye concealers and color correctors to get rid of dark circles can make you look older than you are, but finding the right ones can be a nightmare! Read my "Winners" and "Sinners" color correctors and concealers for Women Over 50. xoxox, Brenda

Many of you may remember my October 2022, post: SEVEN DON’TS WHEN BUYING MAKEUP OVER 50 where I confessed my extreme frustration as I looked for an under-eye concealer that was the right color and texture and didn’t cake, crease or look patchy. I’m embarrassed to tell you how many…

04/02/2023

What to do if someone follows you home! My friend Tammy and I both had terrifying situations happen to us last week. What we've learned is on my blog. xoxox, Brenda

DON’T LET YOUR GUARD DOWN, LADIES. There are a lot of crazies out there, men with dark twisted motives who mean to harm us. I encountered one last week, as did my friend, Tammy. You may remember my blog about her and her son who’s been in intensive care since…

27/01/2023

What's happening in your world today? I just posted an Ageless Style blog so if you want to know the "must haves" every woman over 50 needs in her closet, check it out! Then check out Cindy Hattersley's blog to see who she interviewed .xoxox, Brenda

I'm joining my friend, Cindy Hattersley, as we each interview a different woman for our monthly "Ageless Style" series. Other than her style and beauty, the first thing that drew me to Ann Caruso was her kind, empathetic and caring heart. Qualities she's honed as a respected, international celebrity...

07/01/2023

My blog today is a tear jerker and a true story about my dear friend Tammy and her son Jonathan, the miracle boy. It is nothing short of a love story for the ages.

If you like love stories, I have a powerful love story for the ages. A true story that speaks to the power of a mother’s love and her twenty-five-year fight to save the life of her son. When I think about this woman and her son—she’s been my friend for…

24/12/2022

I already received my gift: I signed with top NY literary agent Beth Davey to represent my memoir! Wishing you all have a safe and warm Holiday! Love, Brenda

I’m amazed 2022 is almost behind us. For a good portion of the year I’ve been focused on planning my April 2023, “Invitation to the Rest of Your Life” trip to Tuscany." The nine women who are coming with me have already started getting to know one another, and I’ve…

10/12/2022

Great holiday gifts under $50 for everyone on your list mixed with gifts that cost nothing and tears in Cincinnati. Don't forget to read the comments. "Crying here." xoxox, Brenda

Selecting holiday gifts can be frustrating, time-consuming, and expensive, so this year, think of me as your Holiday Gift Elf. I’ve put together a list of things under $50 for everyone on your list, including you. I've always thought it's a sign you've chosen a great gift if you want…

03/09/2022

I've planned a special trip to Tuscany, and I hope you'll come with me. This adventure will be more than a shopping, sightseeing, and supping trip, although yes, we will laugh and shop and eat, but we'll also make new friends with women who will grow to feel like sisters. More importantly, we will inspire one another to discover the woman we want to become. This is my invitation for you to come with me! xoxox, Brenda

This coming April 21st – April 28th, 2023, I’ve planned a special trip to Tuscany, and I hope you'll come with me. This adventure will be more than a shopping, sightseeing, and supping trip, although yes, we will laugh and shop and eat, but we’ll also make new friends with women…

02/09/2022

Nancy Donahue was one of the top supermodels of the 80s, but her style is simple and classic as is her skincare and exercise routine. Nancy is 64 and the real deal. I don't know about you, but she's inspired me! xoxo, Brenda

Starting today, each month I’ll be joining designer and blogger, Cindy Hattersley, to talk about Ageless Style. Each of us will feature different stories about the style of women over 50. Today I’m catching up with my friend, businesswoman, and ‘80s international supermodel, Nancy Donahue.  Y...

29/08/2022

If you've ever considered writing a book or are in the process of writing one, Linda Sivertsen's book, "Beautiful Writers" will inspire you, pull you out of your writing slump, and give you the confidence to keep going. She knows everybody in the literary world and shares their stories and tips. Take a look at Linda on Martha Beck's podcast. xoxox, Brenda https://fb.watch/fcGQUtTh91/

27/08/2022

How often do you double-check that the prescription you're getting ready to put in your mouth is actually the right one? A scary thing happened to me last week. xoxox, Brenda

There are a lot of things in life we need to be afraid of, but our pharmacy shouldn’t be one of them. Last week I picked up a prescription for a heart medication. Later, at home, I reached for a glass of water and paused a few seconds before swallowing…

20/08/2022

Have you ever bought a piece of clothing you knew was all wrong for you? I did that recently, but it reminded me of two style secrets. xoxox, Brenda

Have you ever bought a piece of clothing you knew was all wrong for you? I did that recently, and I don't know what I was thinking other than the dress reminded me of another time and place. Before my life plunged off the rails, and my first husband became…

16/07/2022

Today's Brenda's Blog has turned into a gossip magazine! True stories, two of them are mine, about women who will try and steal your husband! The other stories are in the comments section under my blog. Woah!! There are more women like this than I imagined. OMG! https://1010parkplace.com/women-who-will-steal-your-husbands/

Did you know there are women who will try and steal your husband while you're fighting breast cancer, struggling with surgeries and chemo, and working to maintain some semblance of normalcy? Before two of these women lunged for my husband, it never occurred to me I knew anyone like this:…