Mixing Up Midlife
254 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsMixing Up Midlife is a weekly show for women in their 50's and beyond who want to explore this incredible age by being more adventurous and more curious.
Each week Terri and Melissa talk about what matters most to empty-nesters and mid-life women.
Part reality show, part audio diary and part cocktail hour, these life long best friends never run out of things to say and have a lot of laughs along the way.
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Intuition in Midlife: Do We Take it or Leave it
September 04, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode, Terri & Melissa talk about what happened when they started putting into practice the guidance that Tina Conroy of The Intuitive Woman Podcast gave them in episode 37. Is developing intuition a take it or leave it for Terri & Melissa? There is woo for days with some fun synchronicities, signs and intuitive hits. There's also some doubts and questions. Follow Terri on Instagram Join the Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group Email Us: [email protected]
38.Intuition in Midlife: Do We Take it or Leave it
September 04, 2020 07:00 - 27 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode, Terri & Melissa talk about what happened when they started putting into practice the guidance that Tina Conroy of The Intuitive Woman Podcast gave them in episode 37. Is developing intuition a take it or leave it for Terri & Melissa? There is woo for days with some fun synchronicities, signs and intuitive hits. There's also some doubts and questions. Follow Terri on Instagram Join the Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group Email Us: [email protected]
How to Develop Intuition with Tina Conroy, The Intuitive Woman
August 28, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 31.9 MBTerri and Melissa are joined by Tina Conroy, A Psychic Medium and Reiki Master and the Director of Energy Healing at the Center for Wellness and Integrative Medicine in New York. She is the Producer of the The Intuitive Woman Podcast, and a sought out Speaker on the topic of Intuition and Spirit Communication. You can find out more about Tina on her website, make sure to listen to her podcast and follow her on Instagram In this episode we learn how to develop intuition and why we should...
37.How to Develop Intuition with Tina Conroy, The Intuitive Woman
August 28, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 31.9 MBTerri and Melissa are joined by Tina Conroy, A Psychic Medium and Reiki Master and the Director of Energy Healing at the Center for Wellness and Integrative Medicine in New York. She is the Producer of the The Intuitive Woman Podcast, and a sought out Speaker on the topic of Intuition and Spirit Communication. You can find out more about Tina on her website, make sure to listen to her podcast and follow her on Instagram In this episode we learn how to develop intuition and why we should...
36.Midlife Intuition
August 21, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 9.19 MBIn part 1 of this three part series, Melissa joins Terri on a journey to develop intuition. Why should we, as women in our 50's, listen to our intuition more now then ever and is it possible to become more intuitive? Terri is pretty woo about the whole thing, while Melissa is more skeptical, but they're both open to seeing what happens! Today's Cocktail, the Garden Cherry Bourbon Smash is based on this recipe from Half Baked Harvest Questions? Comments? Shoot me a DM on Instagram or...
36.Midlife Intuition
August 21, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 9.19 MBIn part 1 of this three part series, Melissa joins Terri on a journey to develop intuition. Why should we, as women in our 50's, listen to our intuition more now then ever and is it possible to become more intuitive? Terri is pretty woo about the whole thing, while Melissa is more skeptical, but they're both open to seeing what happens! Today's Cocktail, the Garden Cherry Bourbon Smash is based on this recipe from Half Baked Harvest Questions? Comments? Shoot me a DM on Instagram or...
Midlife Meltdowns, Losing Power and Dealing with Change
August 14, 2020 07:00 - 24 minutes - 20.9 MBIsaias rolled through and caused some serious melting and meltdowns. Today's cocktail is a Sergeant Tom's Pepper, made with strawberries, gin and pink peppercorns. The crowded Library was all outside, btw. We revisit Emeril Lagasse's Real & Rustic Cookbook which made an appearance in Episode 5 Who uses cookbooks any more? Mark Bittman's How To Cook Everything to the rescue and gray eggs yolks are gross.
35.Midlife Meltdowns, Losing Power and Dealing with ChangeI0/10 would give 2020 a 1 star rating
August 14, 2020 07:00 - 24 minutes - 20.9 MBIsaias rolled through and caused some serious melting and meltdowns. Today's cocktail is a Sergeant Tom's Pepper, made with strawberries, gin and pink peppercorns. The crowded Library was all outside, btw. We revisit Emeril Lagasse's Real & Rustic Cookbook which made an appearance in Episode 5 Who uses cookbooks any more? Mark Bittman's How To Cook Everything to the rescue and gray eggs yolks are gross.
34.Intermittent Fasting in Midlife with Coach Carolyn of the Wellness While Walking Podcast
August 07, 2020 07:00 - 36 minutes - 28.8 MBHealth Coach & podcaster Carolyn Cohen of the Wellness While Walking podcast joins Terri to discuss all things intermittent fasting and how it can be beneficial to women in midlife. Listen to Carolyn’s own episode on IF with Emily Prokop HERE Be sure to follow Carolyn & Wellness While Walking on Instagram and Facebook Find out more on Dr Vater Longo and Dr Jason Fung Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 thats (636) Mix-itFX Follow Terri on Instagram Mixing Up Midlife Faceboo...
Intermittent Fasting in Midlife
August 07, 2020 07:00 - 36 minutes - 28.8 MBHealth Coach & podcaster Carolyn Cohen of the Wellness While Walking podcast joins Terri to discuss all things intermittent fasting and how it can be beneficial to women in midlife. Listen to Carolyn’s own episode on IF with Emily Prokop HERE Be sure to follow Carolyn & Wellness While Walking on Instagram and Facebook Find out more on Dr Vater Longo and Dr Jason Fung Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 thats (636) Mix-itFX Follow Terri on Instagram Mixing Up Midlife Faceboo...
33.Tai Chi in Midlife Pt. 2
July 31, 2020 07:00 - 16 minutes - 13.1 MBTerri is joined by her sometimes co-host, Melissa. They share their insights into taking a Tai Chi toe-dip during the COVID era of video instruction and social distancing. Today's Drink is The Farmer's Market Special 1 oz. Simple matcha ( 1tsp of Ceremonial grade matcha, mixed with water to make 1 ounce) 1 oz. Lime juice 1/2 oz pok-pok vinegar 2oz. Water or Spirit (Shochu, gin, vodka or tequila) 2 rasberries muddled 3 basil leaves muddled combine all ingredients in a shaker...
32. Is Tai Chi for Me in Midlife?
July 24, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 14.6 MBMelissa is back as a co-host and is bringing Tai Chi into our lives. Sort of. What are the benefits, why do we see older (yup, that's us now) people practicing it and why is it so confusing to Terri? The Fundamentals of Tai Chi Tai Chi Looks Effortless, but... Master Li & Shen Zheng All the ways to keep in touch & join the Facebook group if you want to give this challenge a go with us! We'll be following this video: 24 Forms Tai Chi - The Basics Give us a Call (636) 649-483...
31.Finding Creativity in Midlife
July 17, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 14.6 MBWhere does creativity come from, how do we encourage it and where does it live? What happens when creativity gets interrupted by family, animals and life? Elizabeth Gilbert wrote in BIG MAGIC that creativity is a living thing and an idea will leave if its not paid proper attentions to- which is a totally cool idea. Drop your thoughts on creativity with an email to [email protected] Follow me on Instagram and shoot me a dm with your creative thoughts. Find the recipe for the blu...
Finding Creativity in Midlife
July 17, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 14.5 MBWhere does creativity come from, how do we encourage it and where does it live? What happens when creativity gets interrupted by family, animals and life? Elizabeth Gilbert wrote in BIG MAGIC that creativity is a living thing and an idea will leave if its not paid proper attentions to- which is a totally cool idea. Drop your thoughts on creativity with an email to [email protected] Follow me on Instagram and shoot me a dm with your creative thoughts. Find the recipe for the blu...
30.Getting Dirty in Midlife
July 10, 2020 07:00 - 22 minutes - 22.1 MBPersonal Hygiene, privacy in bathrooms , getting skunked are all related in this episode. Thank goodness for the Watermelon Rescue, which has been on hand almost every weekend of the summer. Watermelon Rescue Ingredients: 2oz gin, tequila, vodka maybe rum. 1/2 oz. Jalapeño simple syrup 4 oz. watermelon juice 1/2 oz fresh squeezed lime juice 5-6 Basil leaves (Makes 1 drink) To make simple syrup: combine 1/2 C sugar ( white, raw, turbinado with 1/2 C water and ...
Getting Dirty in Midlife
July 10, 2020 07:00 - 22 minutes - 22.1 MBPersonal Hygiene, privacy in bathrooms , getting skunked are all related in this episode. Thank goodness for the Watermelon Rescue, which has been on hand almost every weekend of the summer. Watermelon Rescue Ingredients: 2oz gin, tequila, vodka maybe rum. 1/2 oz. Jalapeño simple syrup 4 oz. watermelon juice 1/2 oz fresh squeezed lime juice 5-6 Basil leaves (Makes 1 drink) To make simple syrup: combine 1/2 C sugar ( white, raw, turbinado with 1/2 C water and ...
29. Stretching The Tech Muscles
July 03, 2020 07:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode, Terri freestyles a bit with some easy Instagram tips and explains what a podcast show note is (you're reading it right now!) Make your Fourth of July cocktails in Red, White and Blue. RED: A simple Negroni with equal parts gin, Campari and Antica Carpano WHITE: Tequila and Soda, Vodka Soda, or a nice dry Martini BLUE: 4 Parts Gin 1 Part Blue Curacao a dash of Dolin Dry Vermouth
28. How to Go With The Flow 3 Easy Steps to Finding Flow
June 26, 2020 07:00 - 10 minutes - 10.3 MBWhen a word pops up over and over and over again, it's time to decipher its meaning. In this episode, Terri learns about flow from a Ted Talk by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (pronounced Mehigh Chicksentmehigh- Thanks Carolyn -Wellness While Walking Get into the Flow with a Lava Flow Cocktail, which is a bit like a Pina Colada: 4 oz coconut rum 4 oz White rum 10 oz frozen strawberries 8 oz Pineapple juice 8 oz cream of coconut Combine the rums and strawberries in a blender. Blend t...
28. How to Go With The Flow
June 26, 2020 07:00 - 10 minutes - 10.3 MBWhen a word pops up over and over and over again, it's time to decipher its meaning. In this episode, Terri learns about flow from a Ted Talk by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (pronounced Mehigh Chicksentmehigh- Thanks Carolyn -Wellness While Walking Get into the Flow with a Lava Flow Cocktail, which is a bit like a Pina Colada: 4 oz coconut rum 4 oz White rum 10 oz frozen strawberries 8 oz Pineapple juice 8 oz cream of coconut Combine the rums and strawberries in a blender. Blend t...
27. It's A Wrap
June 12, 2020 07:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBMelissa and Terri wrap up their month-long challenge of defining style in midlife with some takeaways on what they've learned about themselves and online shopping. Thanks again to Allison Hamilton-Rohe of the Daily Outfit Allison gave us wonderful guidance and some actionable tips in Episode 26. Give it a listen HERE to get started with your own style challenge. See the Leith Dress that Melissa was talking about HERE Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 that's (636) Mix-itFX Follow Terri ...
27. It's A Wrap The Style Series part 3
June 12, 2020 07:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBMelissa and Terri wrap up their month-long challenge of defining style in midlife with some takeaways on what they've learned about themselves and online shopping. Thanks again to Allison Hamilton-Rohe of the Daily Outfit Allison gave us wonderful guidance and some actionable tips in Episode 26. Give it a listen HERE to get started with your own style challenge. See the Leith Dress that Melissa was talking about HERE Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 that's (636) Mix-itFX Follow Terri ...
27. It's A Wrap The Style Series part 3 The Mid-life Style Challenge Comes to An End
June 12, 2020 07:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBMelissa and Terri wrap up their month-long challenge of defining style in midlife with some takeaways on what they've learned about themselves and online shopping. Thanks again to Allison Hamilton-Rohe of the Daily Outfit Allison gave us wonderful guidance and some actionable tips in Episode 26. Give it a listen HERE to get started with your own style challenge. See the Leith Dress that Melissa was talking about HERE Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 that's (636) Mix-itFX Follow Terri ...
26.Finding Confidence Through Style in Midlife
May 29, 2020 07:00 - 34 minutes - 28.8 MBTerri and Melissa are still style challenged, but they've recruited a style expert to help them break out of their color ruts (Melissa) and fit fits (Terri). Can they follow the homework assignments she gives them? Allison Hamilton-Rohe is a Personal Style Coach, Founder and CEO of DailyOutfit. She created a unique, trademarked formula to teach you to translate what makes you amazing into a personal style you inhabit with ease. Find out more about Allison on her website Daily Outfi...
26.Finding Confidence Through Style in Midlife: The Style Series part 2
May 29, 2020 07:00 - 34 minutes - 28.8 MBTerri and Melissa are still style challenged, but they've recruited a style expert to help them break out of their color ruts (Melissa) and fit fits (Terri). Can they follow the homework assignments she gives them? Allison Hamilton-Rohe is a Personal Style Coach, Founder and CEO of DailyOutfit. She created a unique, trademarked formula to teach you to translate what makes you amazing into a personal style you inhabit with ease. Find out more about Allison on her website Daily Outfi...
25. Mixing Up Style: The Style Series
May 22, 2020 01:32 - 22 minutes - 21.7 MBTerri welcomes Melissa back to the show. They discuss personal style and the challenges they both face finding great clothing pieces that fit and look great. Today's drink is a lilac 75. head over to the Facebook Group Mixing Up Midlife Discussion for the recipe. If you've got your own challenges with what to wear, expresing your personal style and wearing color, we'd love to hear from you! Email Terri:[email protected] You can find Melissa at mmaillettphoto on Instagram
25. Mixing Up Style
May 22, 2020 01:32 - 22 minutes - 21.7 MBTerri welcomes Melissa back to the show. They discuss personal style and the challenges they both face finding great clothing pieces that fit and look great. Today's drink is a lilac 75. head over to the Facebook Group Mixing Up Midlife Discussion for the recipe. If you've got your own challenges with what to wear, expresing your personal style and wearing color, we'd love to hear from you! Email Terri:[email protected] You can find Melissa at mmaillettphoto on Instagram
24. Mother's Day Pain Killers
May 15, 2020 07:00 - 6 minutes - 6.45 MBThanks to Punam Saxena at The Edu-me podcast for including me in her wonderful Mother's Day episode. Give Punam a listen here. The Pain Killer is just what the Doctor ordered. find the recipe on Instagram or The Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group
23. Mother's Day Pain Killers
May 15, 2020 07:00 - 6 minutes - 6.45 MBThanks to Punam Saxena at The Edu-me podcast for including me in her wonderful Mother's Day episode. Give Punam a listen here. The Pain Killer is just what the Doctor ordered. find the recipe on Instagram or The Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group
23.What's The New Normal with Dr. Jennifer Wider
May 08, 2020 07:00 - 33 minutes - 28.4 MBIt was an absolute pleasure to welcome Dr. Jennifer Wider to the show! Dr. Wider is a Radio and TV personality who covers topics in women's health, sexual and mental health and well-being. She's the author of 4 books and can be heard on Sirius XM's Just Jenny, Loveline with Dr. Chris and the Taylor Strecker Show as well as on her own podcast, Open Wider with Kenny Z. Today we talk about what women with older children might need to be concerned about in the age of Corona, Murder Hornets, ...
23.What"s The New Normal with Dr. Jennifer Wider
May 08, 2020 07:00 - 33 minutes - 28.4 MBIt was an absolute pleasure to welcome Dr. Jennifer Wider to the show! Dr. Wider is a Radio and TV personality who covers topics in women's health, sexual and mental health and well-being. She's the author of 4 books and can be heard on Sirius XM's Just Jenny, Loveline with Dr. Chris and the Taylor Strecker Show as well as on her own podcast, Open Wider with Kenny Z. Today we talk about what women with older children might need to be concerned about in the age of Corona, Murder Hornets, ...
22.Letting Go of Perfection & Starting Messy How to move through fear and just start
May 01, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 11.5 MBIn this episode, Terri gives 3 ways to just get started, even if it is messy. The Kentucky Derby may be postponed until Sept. 5th, but that doesn't mean a virtual Derby party can't be had Classic Mint Julep: 3oz of Good Kentucky Bourbon like Woodford 1oz mint simple syrup Add crushed Ice into a mint julep cup that’s been in the freezer for 20 mins add bourbon and simple syrup and gently stir garnish it with a few sprigs of mint. Woodford Bourbon Lewis Ice Bag Give us a C...
22.Letting Go of Perfection & Starting Messy
May 01, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 11.5 MBIn this episode, Terri gives 3 ways to just get started, even if it is messy. The Kentucky Derby may be postponed until Sept. 5th, but that doesn't mean a virtual Derby party can't be had Classic Mint Julep: 3oz of Good Kentucky Bourbon like Woodford 1oz mint simple syrup Add crushed Ice into a mint julep cup that’s been in the freezer for 20 mins add bourbon and simple syrup and gently stir garnish it with a few sprigs of mint. Woodford Bourbon Lewis Ice Bag Give us a C...
21. More Zoom Calls and Virtual Happy Hours
April 24, 2020 07:00 - 14 minutes - 21.6 MBHow do you host a fun Zoom happy hour and should you? What are some other fun ways to use Zoom to stay connected? All that and a cocktail coming up on this week’s episode. Elder Fashioned, by Phil Ward Death & Company, New York City Ingredients: 2 ounces Plymouth Gin .5 ounce St. Germain 2 dashes house orange bitters (page 284) Garnish: 1 grapefruit twist Directions: Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into a double rocks glass over 1 large ice cube. Garnish ...
20. Virtually Exhausted and What to Watch This Weekend
April 17, 2020 20:59 - 11 minutes - 11.1 MBAre Virtual meet ups leaving something to be desired, can you McGuyver a cocktail classic with what’s in your fridge ( 2 old limes, some really old mint and 4 day old prosecco) and What’s on your Weekend Watch List Today's Cocktail: The Virtual Isolation: You’ll need: 2oz. of Dark Rum 3/4 oz of Fresh Lime Juice 3/4 oz. Simple Syrup 2oz. of prosecco or champagne Fill a shaker with ice, and add the rum, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake it until the shaker is nice and fros...
19.Self-Care, Loss and Learning
April 09, 2020 07:00 - 15 minutes - 15.2 MBThese are trying times and we're all just doing what we can to make our days ok. Try a Dalgona Coffee (recipe on my Instagram) Rick Steves Croatia Links: Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 thats (636) Mix-itFX Follow Terri on Instagram Mixing Up Midlife Facebook Page Join the Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group Email Terri: [email protected] Visit the Mixing Up Midlife website
18. Gratitude to Tech in the Days of Lockdown
March 27, 2020 07:00 - 17 minutes - 17.7 MBThis episode is a day late, but its not tech's fault. The Lucious Lockdown: 2 oz Gin Mare Gin 2oz. Cocchi Americano Bianco .50 oz Drillaud Grapefruit 2 dashes orange bitters pour into a bar glass filled with ice and stir till chilled. Strain into a coupe glass and garnish with an orange peel Some of the Tech mentioned: Slack, Netflix Party, Loom Some of the Podcasters mentioned: Elaine from Angus Eye Tea Kathy from Women Who Sarcast, Cori from that's not proper, T...
17. Building Online Community During the Quarantine with Zoom and a Quarantini
March 19, 2020 19:08 - 10 minutes - 10.4 MBWant to meet online? Why not, right? We all need to be social in these crazy quarantine days, so why not reach out on Instagram, do a live video or join a Zoom meetup, book group or exercise class? Email me here if you'd like to do a virtual meetup or DM me on Instagram. Ladies or those who identify as female only, please! Head over to our private FB Group, Mixing up Midlife Discussion and tell us what's on your mind and if you want the recipe for the Elder Quarantini
16.How to Stay Sane in the Era of Corona Virus
March 13, 2020 19:17 - 16 minutes - 15.7 MBCorona VIrus is ripping across the country and all over the globe. How do we stay sane and decrease the stress we may be feeling during this pandemic? Drink a Coronarita. Rocks Version: 1 1/2 oz. Tequila 1/2 oz. Triple Sec 1 oz. Lime Juice Bottle of Corona In a shaker filled with ice, combine the tequila, triple sec and lime juice and shake it up. pour it into a large pint glass that’s been rimmed with lime juice and coarse salt (kosher, sea, spicy). I’d rather use a deeper pi...
Ep.15 Imposter Syndrome is Alive and Kicking
March 05, 2020 08:00 - 11 minutes - 11.3 MBIn this episode, we talk about Imposter Syndrome and how to battle it. Today's drink is the Imposter from Azuñia Tequila The Dirty Martini from episode 11 makes an appearance. Go to our Facebook Group for the recipe or check out the show notes from episode 11 Get in touch with Terri here: Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 thats (636) Mix-itFX Follow Mixing Up Midlife on Instagram Email Terri: [email protected] Visit the Mixing Up Midlife website
Ep. 14 Gray Hair and Birthday Parties
February 27, 2020 08:00 - 12 minutes - 13.1 MBWhat does going gray mean to you? In this episode, Terri explores the idea of going au naturel and celebrating birthdays as we get older. Today's drink is an Aviation a strong drink with a gray tint to it. Check out Mixing Up Midlife on IG for the recipe Go to the Facebook Group to join the discussion on Gray hair and birthday celebrations Shoot an email to [email protected] with your thoughts
Ep. 13 OK Boomer and generational slang
February 20, 2020 08:00 - 23 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this episode, Terri & Melissa take a generation slang quiz on a road trip. Mixing Up Midlife Facebook Group Mixing Up Midlife on Instagram Email Terri: [email protected] Visit the website Mixing Up Midlife Seedlip Seedlip Peel To make the Carrot Cordial: 2 Cups Water 2 1/2 Cups Super Fine (Caster) Sugar 9 oz. Carrot peelings ( I used the carrots, too) add all of the ingredients to a sauce pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and s...
Ep.12 Hotels & Bedbugs and Facing Your Fears
January 30, 2020 08:00 - 10 minutes - 10.9 MBIn today's episode, Terri talks about her aversion to hotels, her fear of bedbugs and how she's not letting this little phobia get in her way of having fun. Todays drink: The Red Snapper (AKA Bloody Mary) invented at the St. Regis Hotel's King Cole Bar Find the recipe here
Ep.11 Decluttering Help in Midlife
January 23, 2020 08:00 - 10 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this episode we explore the idea of decluttering for creativity, quick decisions and just feeling good. Today's Drink is a Dirty Martini, made with Gin Mare Gin 2.5 oz Gin Mare Gin .5 oz dry vermouth .5 oz olive juice Chill Gin and martini glasses before making. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker or glass cocktail mixer and stir until very cold. Strain into a chilled martini glass and add a drop of very good quality olive oil and an olive for garnish. Get on with y...
Ep.10 Midlife Planning Party
January 16, 2020 08:00 - 10 minutes - 10.7 MBFinding a way to get all those brilliant thoughts and ideas from her head to wherever is never an easy task for Terri. A Big Idea for the New Year is to find a system that works for her. What works best? Paper, digital or both? What to do with all the Aperol you bought for Summer? Make the Paper Plane: 3/4 oz. Bulleit Bourbon 3/4 oz Aperol 3/4 oz. Amaro Nonino 3/4 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake Strain into a coupe glass. Balan...
Ep.09 My Sandwich Generation Story
January 09, 2020 08:00 - 11 minutes - 12 MBWith the passing of her 90-year-old mom, Terri is no longer part of the sandwich generation and contemplates the idea of being the oldest generation in her family now, which is driving her desire to create a community for women in midlife even more than before. Join the Facebook Group Mixing up Midlife discussion to read Terri’s intention for the New Year and leave a comment with your own intention. Today's Cocktail was the the Lavender Bees Knees Lavender Bee's Knees Cocktail 2...
08. Unscripted and Off the Rails
December 19, 2019 08:00 - 13 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this episode, Terri goes rouge without a script or an outline as a challenge to see if she can have a cohesive thought while having hot flashes. Luckily, the Celebrated Sagamore is spectacular and you should definitely make it. https://sagamorespirit.com/cocktails/celebrated-sagamore/ INGREDIENTS 1.5 oz Sagamore Rye 3 oz Sparkling Cava .5 oz Lime Juice .75 oz Spiced Cranberry Syrup DIRECTIONS Add Sagamore Rye, lime juice, and spiced cranberry syrup to a champagne flute. Swi...
07. Laughing more in Midlife
December 12, 2019 08:00 - 13 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this week's episode, Terri is looking for ways to laugh more. Being a contestant on a trivia game show was a good start, but trying to put magnetic lashes on herself really made her laugh. Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 that's (636) Mix-itFX Follow Terri on Instagram Mixing Up Midlife Facebook Page Join the Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group Email Terri: [email protected] Visit the Mixing Up Midlife website Today's drink was the Last Laugh, created by barten...
06. Do Something Scary
December 05, 2019 08:00 - 9 minutes - 9.65 MBIn today’s episode, Terri recaps what a Big Idea is and how she prefers that term over Bucket List. Big Ideas may take some time to plan and complete, but as Eleanor Roosevelt said “You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face” or in layman’s terms :Do one thing every day that scares you Today’s Drink is a Holiday Moscow Mule 2 ounces vodka 3/4 oz. fresh-squeezed lime juice (about 1/2 lime) 2 ounces unsweetened cran...
05 Doing Thanksgiving Differently as an Empty Nester
November 28, 2019 08:00 - 16 minutes - 17.6 MBIn This Episode, Terri talks about trying to do Thanksgiving differently, with only a small crew and one of her children away. She reads a listener email (whoop!) and talks with her friend Melissa about the game JackBox, Melissa's Thanksgiving plans and gives the Soothsayer cocktail a rave review. Links: Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 or (636) Mix-itFX Follow Terri on Instagram Mixing Up Midlife Facebook Page Join the Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group Email Terri: Mixin...
Ep. 5 Doing Thanksgiving Differently as an Empty Nester
November 28, 2019 08:00 - 16 minutes - 17.6 MBIn This Episode, Terri talks about trying to do Thanksgiving differently, with only a small crew and one of her children away. She reads a listener email (whoop!) and talks with her friend Melissa about the game JackBox, Melissa's Thanksgiving plans and gives the Soothsayer cocktail a rave review. Links: Give us a Call (636) 649-4839 or (636) Mix-itFX Follow Terri on Instagram Mixing Up Midlife Facebook Page Join the Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group Email Terri: Mixin...