Category Archives: Financial Challenges

Financial pain

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Hi, I made bad financial choices and lost all my retirement savings at age 69–trying to determine if anyone recovered from such a devastating experience? Is it too late to still enjoy life? I’m getting very depressed about the situation … Continue reading →

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Financial matters

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Anonymous, Age 66 I was shocked last year when I realized I was 65. This year the additional year was no big deal. My story is not so great. I chose poorly when I remarried. We are now separated and … Continue reading →

Posted in 70 from other perspectives: looking forward and looking back, Financial Challenges, Looking ahead | 2 Comments

Not a rosegarden

Posted on April 15, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Jenifer, Age 71 i have been divorced since age 49 have always been blessed with good looks. feel wasted years in bad marriage, but had 2 sons and a fear of being alone. my son decided to join the israeli … Continue reading →

Posted in About turning 70, Financial Challenges, Stories | 1 Comment

Tough times

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Irene, Age 70 This September I will be 70, a fearsome age that somehow I never seriously considered. Compared to many women of my age, I am doing well…I am married, my second husband is a good companion, I am … Continue reading →

Posted in Family matters, Financial Challenges, Share your story | 2 Comments