Author: Suzanne Goodrich

This past Friday, we laid my brother-in-law to rest. It was a quiet, sacred goodbye—and one that has stirred something deep in me. Loss has a way of waking us up, doesn’t it? It shakes us from our routines, pulls us from our distractions, and whispers what we too often forget: life is fragile. And…

If you had told me years ago that I’d be singing in a band at 60, I probably would have laughed and said, “That ship has sailed.” But here I am—heart wide open, mic in hand, belting out tunes with a group of talented, kind-hearted people who have become so much more than bandmates. They’re…

As the sun rises on this Memorial Day weekend, I find myself reflecting on what this day truly means—not just as a holiday, but as a moment to pause, remember, and give thanks. Later today, I’ll be onstage with my band, NCX, playing at an outdoor venue surrounded by families, laughter, and the rhythm of…

At 60, I’ve taken up a sport that most people associate with fearless twenty-somethings in chalk-covered tank tops—bouldering. It’s a strange and beautiful thing to find yourself halfway up a rock wall, heart pounding, fingertips clinging to a crimp, legs trembling as you decide what to do next. You’d think I’m doing this for fitness,…

Dear Mama, Welcome. I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you arrived by curiosity, by invitation, or by a late-night scroll during a moment of overwhelm, please know this space was created with you in mind. I’m Suzanne—a mother whose children are now grown, a writer rediscovering her voice, and a woman who remembers what it…

Hey there! I’m so glad you’ve found your way to Reinventing Life at 60—because this little corner of the internet is all about fresh starts, joyful living, and daring to try something new… especially when life says, “You’ve still got so much more to give!” This month, I turn 60 years old (yep, the big…