Nana Leanna

Between road trips, busy restaurants, and keeping the little ones happily occupied when they’re over at the house, I’ve learned the hard way that handing over an iPad isn’t the only way to get a moment of peace. The trouble is, so many "travel activities" end up being cheap junk with fifty tiny plastic pieces that get lost under car seats within five minutes! I put this collection together with one rule in mind: it has to actually hold their attention, and it cannot create a massive mess for whoever is supervising. Whether you’re tucking these into holiday stockings, packing a carry-on, or keeping a "quiet bag" ready for weekend visits, these are the tried-and-true, screen-free games and activity sets that genuinely deliver 30+ minutes of focused, happy play.

I’m going on a cruise this December, and at 65 I’m thinking differently about what deserves space in my suitcase. These are the cruise essentials, travel organizers, comfort items and little conveniences I’m packing to make travel days, cabin life, excursions and evenings onboard easier. No giant list of things you don’t need—just practical cruise finds I would actually pack and use.

My curated list of low-contrast bedding, tactile layers, and understated bedroom accents from independent artists on Society6. Designed to help you build an intentional, restorative sanctuary without cold whites or visual noise.

Real-life self-care for women over 60—nothing complicated or fancy. At 65, these are the comfort, relaxation, sleep and everyday wellness products I actually use, from heating pads and magnesium lotion to compression socks, body oils and simple things that help me feel better day to day.

My favorite hair products for everyday styling, from the hairspray I keep reaching for to the little extras that help me feel put together. I’ll add the products I actually use and love as I find them.

Eight grandkids have given me plenty of chances to see which toys get played with — and which ones get forgotten. 😂 These are the puzzles, magnetic tiles, games, crafts, building toys and screen-free activities my grandkids actually enjoy and come back to. I'm sharing my Nana-approved favorites for birthdays, holidays, rainy days and those inevitable “Nana, what can we do?” moments.

Shopping for a mom or grandma who says she doesn’t need anything? As a mom and Nana, I’ve gathered gifts I’ve given, received, or used myself—from cozy comforts to family keepsakes and little things that make everyday life easier. I’ll tell you why each one made my list so you can find something she’ll actually enjoy.

I review a lot of products, but these are the finds that have made their way into my real life. As a mom, Nana, and content creator at 65, I’m sharing the home comforts, travel helpers, and creator tools I use or have given to family—with a personal note on why each one made the list.

You don’t need a studio to start creating videos. I began making product reviews and short videos with a simple setup, and this is where I share the filming gear, editing apps, and everyday tools I use as a creator at 65. I’ll tell you what I’d start with, what makes filming easier, and which upgrades can wait.