In this episode, Colleen and Bridgett discuss the nominees in the 2020 Academy Awards and what their personal picks will be.  They discuss a shirtless Brad Pitt and the pivotal argument scene in Marriage Story: both left them speechless.

They move on to a discussion on Age Spots- why we have them and ways to get rid of them.  They cover dermatological procedures, over the counter treatments, homemade remedies and make up. So many options to choose from.  

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In this episode, Bridgett and Colleen talk about their holiday adventures and how they will be adding some new content and interviews to the Podcast, Blog and Youtube channel in 2020.  The first great interview is with Your Empty Nest Coach Christine https://youremptynestcoach.com

Christine discusses how to prepare for empty nesting, how to be gentle with your mental and physical health and how to find the joy in rediscovering you.  She also discusses her love of Green Popsicle Sticks.

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In this episode, we continue our conversation with Will Peyton from MyVacationEnvy.com.  He describes All-Inclusive Vacations as well as repositioning cruises and the benefits of this type of travel.  We cover a variety of travel tips and share some funny stories along the way.  This episode will get you excited for your next adventure.  

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It's time to plan a 2020 vacation.  In this episode, we talk to Will Peyton of Vacation Envy (www.MyVacationEnvy.com) about great locations and times of year to travel as Empty Nesters.  We begin with discussing why a travel agent is so beneficial in our stage of life where ease and creativity are important in planning our next adventure.  

We learn about off season traveling, benefits of cruising with multigenerational families as well group travels (Hint: Spain is a popular destination for 2020).  The conversation was so informative that we decided to make it into two episodes and leave you with a cliff hanger about All Inclusive Resorts.  Stay tuned!

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In this episode, we begin the conversation on Empty Nesting.  First step is for the children to leave the nest for school or by choice.  

How do we process and accept that change?

Do we remember who we were before children?  

How to we find a new normal?  

Colleen and Bridgett discuss their experiences with Empty Nests and offer some suggestions on dealing with the inevitable flight.

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In this episode, Bridgette interviews Kim, a breast cancer survivor and thriver.  Kim was diagnosed with Stage III aggressive cancer 7 years ago and shares her story of fighting for treatment as an uninsured person, struggling through difficult treatment and side effects and now thriving in remission.  

Thank you Kim for sharing your story in such an honest and powerful way!

Bonus Episode: We interview Suzy Mills and Chelsea-Sky Netter, owners of Sanctuary South TN, about how their store addresses women's ever-changing menopausal figures through fashion and comfort.  We talk Spanx and bras to blankets and candles. We smile at the stories of desperate husbands shopping on Christmas Eve and the blank looks they always have when they walk in the store.  Finally, we define a papple figure!

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In this episode, we discuss what women over 40 really want as gifts for any holiday.  What do you really want? We look at what is trending and our personal requests.  We laugh over the Fantasy Gifts from the Neiman Marcus Holiday Catalog and trust us, you will too.  

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Episode 6 we talk about Colleen's Vegas experience at Lady Gaga's Enigma tour and the Haus of Gaga.  She shares her love of all things Lady Gaga!  

We talk about some new exciting changes coming to the podcast, new guests and segments. Travel and life experiences will be on the list of many additions.

We also discuss the fear of mammograms and how we can adjust or face that fear long enough to get the yearly exam.  Get your breasts checked annually!

In Episode 5, we talk about our own personal skin care as well as other 40/50/60 year olds and beyond routines.  We will list many of the products Dermatologists recommend and how to best use them.  Our morning and evening routines may differ but we include products that can easily be found over the counter as well as more exclusive brands. Skin changes every decade so make sure your products do too.

Show notes will include links to all the products and any resources we referenced.  Please subscribe, rate (did we mention 5 is the best rating?) and share our podcast.