Returning to Blogging After 5 Years: From Homebody to Solo Adventure Queen

I’m Back — And This Time, It’s Personal (and a little more fabulous)

It’s been five whole years since I last hit “publish.” Somewhere between the start of a pandemic and the comfort of stretchy pants, I traded weekend brunches and city strolls for fuzzy socks, takeout, and working from home. Like many of us, I became a homebody by default — the world shifted, and so did I.

But now? I’m stepping back into the streets — one solo brunch, stylish outfit, and bold lipstick at a time.

Life Lately: From Pandemic Pause to Personal Reboot

In 2020, I brought my career home. The daily commute disappeared, and so did many of my regular routines. I was managing a team, running meetings in loungewear, and slowly falling into a pattern of comfort that made venturing out feel… optional.

But something started tugging at me.

Call it empty nesting energy. Call it a midlife rebirth. I call it my “Soft Life With a Side of Solo Adventure” era. The version of me who once loved a good solo brunch, a bourbon tasting, or people-watching at a cafe? She’s back.

What to Expect From the Blog (And Why You’ll Want to Stay)

Whether you’re here as a longtime reader or you’ve just stumbled across this blog searching “how to enjoy dining alone in your 50s” — welcome. This space is where I’ll be sharing the bold, honest, and sometimes cheeky chapters of this next season.

Think:

Solo adventures for women over 50
Empty nester lifestyle tips
Confident solo dining and travel inspiration
Beauty and fashion finds for grown women who still slay
Rebuilding routines after burnout or big life shifts

If you’ve ever said “I’m too old to start over” or “I want to try things on my own, but I don’t know where to start” — you’re in the right place. I’m right here with you.

What’s Next?

I’ll be dropping new blog posts weekly, diving into everything from “Best Solo-Friendly Restaurants in the U.S.” to “How to Reclaim Your Style in Your 50s After Years of Mom Life and Zoom Meetings.”

I’ll also be launching two digital products I’m proud of:
👠 The Solo Dating Confidence Guide
💨 Cigar Confidence: A Beginner’s Guide for Women

Both are for the grown women ready to reclaim their space, style, and confidence — solo or not.

Let’s Stay Connected

This blog is just the beginning. Join me on Instagram and YouTube Shorts for behind-the-scenes moments, beauty finds, and bold solo adventures. And if you’ve been meaning to “get back out there” — this is your sign.

Because empty nesting is not the end — it’s the remix.

Your Turn: Have You Felt the Pull to Reboot?

I would love to hear from you. Feel free to send me an email.

✨ Ready to Reignite Your Confidence?

If you’re feeling the nudge to reclaim your solo magic — I’ve created two empowering guides just for women like us: 👉 Solo Dating Confidence Guide — How to enjoy brunches, dinners, and connections on your own terms 👉 Cigar Confidence: A Beginner’s Guide for Women — Because cigars and confidence go hand-in-hand 🔥 Available now for a limited-time launch price. Snag both before the price goes up — because this soft life comes with bold moves.

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Be You, Love You, Forgive You.

~Bettina