What do I wish for the world in 2026? If I could summarize it in one word, it would be lightness. Light. And lightness of being. That is what I wish to bring into the world. A reconnection with our inner child — its playfulness, curiosity, hope, and boldness. The world has changed profoundly over […]
For years, I talked about going on a silent retreat.An ashram in India.A remote place in Europe.Even a retreat centre here in the Netherlands. But every time the same question popped up:Why spend so much money just to be quiet? So instead, I came to our little eco cottage in Zeeland and gave myself four […]
Lisbon 2025: Our Annual Andrew Extravaganza Thursday, October 23rd – Arrival & Saldanha Evening Our yearly Andrew extravaganza a month before his birthday! He chooses the city and the show and we meet up from all over. This year: Phantom of the Opera in Lisbon! From the Hague to Schiphol and our three-hour flight TAP […]
Exploring Krakow – Because Adventure Has No Age Limit From medieval squares to mouthwatering pierogi, Krakow greeted us with warmth, music, and history at every turn. This trip wasn’t just a getaway — it was a reminder of how easy, affordable, and energising European adventures can be, even (or especially!) after 50. With a bit […]
Something different today, a man, who though he looks about 25 is approaching 50 and has an interesting story to share which could benefit us all.I discovered the benefits of molecular hydrogen myself and though we both have different paths and endorse different products we share a powerful desire to educate and inform the people […]
When I found out our mystery destination was Paris, I’ll be honest — I felt a little pang of disappointment. Paris again? I’ve lived here, studied here, wandered these streets more times than I can count. Surely there was nothing left to surprise me? How wrong I was. This Paris was different — softer, greener, […]
Corsica Travelogue – Fun, Fabulous & Free After Fifty Friday, October 11 – Rotterdam to Bastia Off we go! Dropped the car in Rotterdam and remembered (with joy) how stress-free smaller airports are. Our bag was a kilo over (oops), so we got bumped out of the automatic check-in, but the attendant was a sweetheart […]
✈️ Thailand Travelogue – Fabulous After Fifty Edition Thailand is one of those places that grabs all your senses at once and refuses to let go. From the moment you step out of the airport, it’s an orchestra of smells (some divine, some questionable), colours so bright they look Photoshopped, and a heat that makes […]
On Restlessness… I don’t know what is the matter with me. I struggle to focus. I want to lie about, yet also feel deeply restless… Sure, now 58, hormones play a part in this unsettled feeling. But it’s more than that—a lack of focus, of drive, of purpose. It hurts. It makes me feel heavy, […]
Managing Burnout and Adrenal Health for Women Over 50 is our topic today. Actionable steps women can take for adrenal health, hormone balance, and overall well-being is our empowering topic today. We are with the wonderful founder of Well-Powered Women, a woman with a wealth of knowledge who will be talking about how Burnout Isn’t […]
