6 Years In Bloom: Happy Birthday CrunchyTales!

Six years ago, I dared to challenge a narrative that had long silenced us—the story that midlife is a period of fading, of diminishing, of becoming invisible. Instead, I envisioned a radical declaration: midlife is a renaissance, a powerful awakening where women emerge not just surviving, but magnificently thriving.

I didn’t want to create “just a magazine”, though. I wanted that every page of CrunchyTales would have pulsed with the electric energy of women who refuse to be defined by anyone else’s limitations.

This is where our vibrant illustrations play a pivotal role—they’re not just visuals, but a celebration of this fearless spirit, bringing our stories to life with colour, creativity, and an unmistakable sense of empowerment. Splashed with color and unapologetic joy, they scream a truth society has tried to whisper: growing older is a journey of elevation, not decline. 

Today, I’m thrilled to share that CrunchyTales has proudly established itself as the go-to magazine for unconventional midlife women who want to enrich their daily lives with a blend of knowledge and fun, happy to embrace our credo: ageing playfully.

From wellness wisdom to fearless conversations that shatter taboos, we go beyond surface-level advice. Our extraordinary team of experts serves as guides, offering not just insights but a lifeline—a mirror reflecting the untapped potential within each reader.

From Dr. Ellen Albertson, The Midlife Whisperer, specializes in guiding women through transformative journeys of self-discovery and empowerment, offering tools to help them embrace change and reignite their passions, to Brenda Ackerman, The Ageing Mentor who helps readers redefine thriving in midlife, proving that these years are not about slowing down but stepping fully into your power.

From Lauren Simmonds, The Fearless Fashionista, who redefines style for midlife women, demonstrating that bold, ageless fashion is a form of self-expression and a source of joy, to Dr. Sherry Ross, our Women’s Health Expert, brings invaluable insights into navigating physical wellness and understanding the unique health needs of midlife women, while Deborah Williams, Beauty Expert, offers tips and strategies to feel and look radiant at any age.

Not event to mention, Bradley Richardson, Advanced Adulting Expert, who provides no-nonsense advice on mastering the complexities of modern adulting with wit and wisdom, and Mariann Aalda, our Pro Age Humor Yogi, who uses humor and lightheartedness to help readers embrace ageing as a joyful and liberating experience.

Together, this team delivers a wealth of expertise and inspiration, empowering CrunchyTales readers to live their midlife adventures with curiosity, creativity, and a playful spirit.

But here’s the real magic: this magazine is a living, breathing community. Your stories are not just words on a page—they are powerful testimonies of resilience, courage, and unfolding potential. Every submission, every shared experience is a thread in a tapestry of collective empowerment.

Six years ago, this was a vision. Today, it’s a quiet, colorful and positive revolution.

To every midlife woman who has been told she’s too much or not enough—we see you. We celebrate you. This is your space, your story, your moment to bloom explosively, beautifully, unapologetically.

Here’s to the next chapter. Not just turning the page, but rewriting the entire narrative. The best is not just coming. The best is here, right now, in you.

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