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ABOUT SONIA
Midlife isn’t the end. It’s the beginning.
After 28 years of marriage, Sonia chose reinvention over retreat. Peace Corps in Lesotho. Solo sailing in French Polynesia. Safaris across East Africa. She writes honestly about courage, solo travel and the extraordinary life that opens up when you stop playing it safe.
How to Start Your Life Over at Any Age/Reinvent Yourself & Find Freedom
Stories, travel dispatches and honest reflections on starting over beautifully. Delivered when I have something worth saying.
BOOKS
Stories worth reading
Freeways to Flip-Flops
A family’s adventure trading California freeways for a year of barefoot living in the tropics of Belize.
My Gutsy Story Anthology
True Stories of Love, Courage and Adventure from Around the World
My Gutsy Story® Anthology
Inspirational Short Stories About Taking Chances and Changing Your Life
FROM THE BLOG
Latest Stories
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Why I Quit Dating Apps at 68—And My 35-Year-Old Son Has the Same Problem
I quit dating apps—and oddly enough, my 35-year-old son and I are in the exact same boat. He has women lining up, I’m attracting men 10–17 years older who need a caregiver, and yet… neither of us is finding what we actually want. So what’s going on here? Why I’ve Stepped Away from Dating Apps…
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Solo Cruising Doesn’t Mean You’re Alone
Solo Cruising doesn’t mean you’re alone. Small ships are better for Solo Travelers. Many women worry about solo cruising and about feeling lonely. I’m sharing my experience to help you feel safe and confident about finding companionship and meaningful connections while cruising solo. My Solo Cruising Experience I started cruising four years ago. Only once…
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Single Woman Cruising Solo
Single Woman Solo Cruising: I’m a single woman cruising solo and enjoying life at 67. I feel young, vibrant, and excited about life. With all the turmoil and uncertainty in our world today, I’ve decided to cruise solo as much as my budget will allow. I’m in good health and want to enjoy the positives,…
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