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3 memoirs I can’t wait to read

If you finally found time to read the pile of must-read books on your nightstand, which ones would you pick up first?read more »

The 10 best books I read in 2010 Hot Conversation

Margot Peck is a former human resources specialist now blogging about her passions (travel, food, books, family) on her website, Joyfully Retired. read more »

The new generation of “chick flicks”: 6 movies that show us as we are

Jaki wants more than sweet romance on the big screen. She wants movies that portray women as older, wiser, stronger, funnier, smarread more »

3 classic songs that celebrate women

VN member Scuba P shares three inspiring songs from the Women's Movement of the 70's and 80's. read more »

Cookbooks for Christmas: My top five

Retired human resources specialist Margot Peck enjoys blogging about life after retirement on her website, Joyfully Retired, which features stories from her travels, book reviews, family anecdotes, and favread more »

10 special and literary-inspired gifts for everyone on your holiday list

Books with titles that suggest a simple gift - like a walk in the woods, or a cup of tea - can add meaning (and save money) this holiday season. read more »

10 must-see documentary films: Important, powerful, and inspiring Hot Conversation

Documentary filmmaker Carolyn Scott updates her list of the ten most important and powerful documentary films ever made. To see Carolyn's earlier list, 10 truly entertaining green films, click read more »

Maintain your weight over the holidays: 7 free or low cost resources that can help

Between Halloween and New Year's day, the average American gains seven pounds. Boomer fitness coach Becky Williamson shares seven tools to help vibrant women fight back against holiday weight gain. read more »

4 books to help you reboot your life

Executive coach Lisa Mallett recommends four books full of exercises, tools and tips to help you rediscover your passion and chart a new professional path after 50.read more »

My 10 all-time favorite books Hot Conversation

Spiritseeker is a published author and comparative literature major whose life is filled with books. When VN member S asked, "What are your must-keep books?"read more »

love it! lists are where members and guest contributors share three to 10 of their favorite things, along with a 5- to 50-word description of why they love them so.