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Welcome, I'm Donna!

Writer | Traveler | foodie | Mother

I’m a Gen X mom of four, a Marvel geek, wine nerd, writer, and creator of Dangerous Cupcake, a Southern California lifestyle blog about wellness in midlife. As my kids enter different stages of their lives, I get to do the same — learn a new instrument, get out and have fun, love Disney, try new adventures, and not let my age define anything. This stage of life is pretty amazing. I love being mom, wife AND Grammy, and midlife isn’t a bad word. Join me in changing focus and enjoying life during our next phase, without totally starting over. However you do it, life is short, live a little dangerously.

Donna@dangerouscupcakelifestyle.com

Rancho Cucamonga, CA Inland EMPIRE

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Because I know how to party on a Saturday night… Because I know how to party on a Saturday night….but when you’re designing your new <Wine and Travel with Donna> website, you open Sauvignon Blanc. This South Mist 2024 Marlborough is light, crisp but soft, lemony and grapefruity. The aroma is a zesty “wake up now” citrus and it’s just lip smacking enough to make you think it’s tannins, but it’s not. Price point is around $15, which means you can buy multiples for an almost-fall night out on the patio or to put out for a party without breaking the bank. I love to learn about wines — expensive, affordable, fancy, basic, and everything in between — but I never want to forget that wine isn’t just for people with money. I mean, I can buy an expensive bottle and I will drink it alone, guilt-free, but I remember where I started with wine: boxes at the local grocery store. I thankfully grew from there, but we all start somewhere, and it’s okay to tap out at $25 per bottle. Or less. That’s why so many wine accounts on Instagram share bottles from $5 to $500+. The market is huge and we want to help everyone feel confident in wine tasting and buying, no matter the budget. Stay with me. I learn about wine daily/weekly with tastings, winery visits, and classes on classes (which are all incredibly fun) to keep learning more. Writing about wine is one of the most fun topics ever, and not just due to the wine. The wine community is full of amazing people, and I’m so happy to be a part of it….even on a Saturday night when everyone else is out doing something and I’m home while they finish a renovation of my balcony while I listen to some neighbor’s loud music and write code. It’s my birthday month, so I’ll take the down time. Cheers! #wine #winetasting #sauvignonblanc #websitedesigning #winewriter #whitewine #southmistwine #newzealandwine #saturdaynight #marlboroughsauvignonblanc #websitedesign #newwebsite
Age is just a number…or is it? I mean, I don’t Age is just a number…or is it? I mean, I don’t feel my age. At. All. I hike in Costa Rica, spend long days at Disneyland, and I can do a cartwheel without hurting myself. Still though, I’m a few years over 35… As we women age, we have to fight a little harder to stay healthy. Our age does mean we have to watch our bone strength, fight brain fog, and work harder to keep extra weight off. It’s no picnic, but we have choices we can make. One of my choices was to join a yoga studio. No matter what is going on in your life, you can leave it all on the mat. I build strength, I help my bones, and maybe most importantly, I help my mind. Blog post coming soon about the mini-vacation that yoga can offer. Another choice I made was to continue with Hone Health’s HRT program. Telehealth appointments with a board-certified doctor, customized plans that work in-sync with your blood tests, and meds shipped straight to your door. I have learned so much about myself with this program. Hone Health is also available for men, but ladies, if you’re in any level of -pause, HRT and related treatment may be a game changer. I didn’t want to take extra things, but that progesterone, wow. I sleep at night! And that brain fog? A thing of the past. Hone Health makes it convenient to stay on top of your health. And yoga makes it fun. Getting older, being in midlife, doesn’t have to be seen as the countdown — it can be the phase of life where you’re focusing more on yourself, finding what it is you want to do or be, and making it happen. #honehealthpartner @hone.health #honehealth #hrt #yoga #practiceyoga #yogastudio #womenshealth #hormonetherapy #yogawear #midlife #womenover50 #midlifewomen #womenover40 #fitness #mentalhealth
Behind-the-scenes of shooting wine content in the Behind-the-scenes of shooting wine content in the backyard. Happy National Dog Day to my sweet furry babies, Lady Sif and Shuri! (Shuri is the one with the attitude while Siffy gives no cares if she just strolls to the front of the shot.) #wine #nationaldogday #dogs #furbabies #labrador #siberianhusky #rescuedogs #ladysif #shuri @twomarvelousdogs #winephotography #whitewine #winewriter #gnomiethehomie #blep #wineanddogs #sauvignonblanc #wineofinstagram
So when you’re in your 50s, many people want you So when you’re in your 50s, many people want you to step back. Let the younger generation take over….but we’re not retired and we’re better than ever. We’re active, we’re traveling, and our businesses are thriving. Why be quiet? I’m several months into a major weight loss (37+ pounds) and I’m not selling diddly squat. I’m freely telling people what worked for me: no shots, no meds, all calorie counting and increasing activity. There are no shortcuts but you CAN do it. Is it easy? No…but it’s doable, and I feel fantastic. No more tummy-tuck layers, holding my breath for pics or going without the food I want. I’m not selling anything but I can tell you what I did…for free. I don’t believe in gatekeeping, but I will send you a link to my blog post. I used Noom…and a freaking ton of willpower and looking forward to the future. You CAN do it, even in menopause. You can enjoy whatever you want while being mindful. Wellness is easier than it looks. (And throw in some affordable and convenenient at-home HRT help and related guidance with @hone.health, and you'll cover all your bases!) #noompartner #HoneHealthPartner @noom #wellness #midlife #goalweight #womenover50
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