Welcome to Friends over 50!
Practical ideas for women navigating midlife, everyday tech, and what’s next.
Friends Over 50 is a place for thoughtful ideas about reinvention, everyday technology, and living well in this chapter of life. If you’re adjusting to change—or simply want practical guidance that respects your experience—you’re in the right place.
Why Some Friendships Feel Connected — and Others Don’t
You can genuinely like someone and still leave feeling quietly disconnected. This post explores the difference between activity-based and meaning-based bonding — and why that difference changes how connection feels.
Taking Pressure Off Your Eyes – Or How To Use Voice-To-Text
Tired of sore thumbs and tired eyes from texting? Using voice to text on your phone can make everyday communication faster and easier. In this post, I share how I got past my hesitation, what to expect when dictation isn’t perfect, and simple tips to improve accuracy. If you’ve ever felt frustrated typing on a tiny screen, this tool might change how you use your phone.
How I Got Better at Choosing What to Read Next
I know what I like when I’m already reading—but choosing what to read next used to feel harder than it should. What finally helped wasn’t better recommendations, but learning to pay attention to timing, capacity, and the kind of reading experience I actually wanted in that moment.