Tag Archives: Friends

Playing the Dating Game (Friends Version)

Lisa Beach   August 25, 2015   4 Comments on Playing the Dating Game (Friends Version)
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At the age of 50, and after 27 years of marriage, I’m dating again. Well, not exactly dating. But it feels just like dating. I’m ISO a BFF (in search of a best friend forever). My life-long BFFs – the ones I’ve known since my elementary and high school days – live in the Northeast, scattered from Maryland to Pennsylvania… Read more »

12 Reasons Why Being 50 Rocks

Lisa Beach   August 19, 2015   6 Comments on 12 Reasons Why Being 50 Rocks
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Turning 50 gave me the wake-up call I needed, like a glass of ice-water in the face at 5 a.m. It was both unnerving (“I’m now thisclose to wearing Depends.”) and invigorating (“Prime of my life, baby. Bring it!”). Casting aside all the “over-the-hill” jokes and black birthday decorations, I’ve had a few months to come to grips with my… Read more »