Category Archives: Traveling

One day at a time

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Blog Mavens

Sarah, Age 72 I’m 72 years young because I feel like I’m sweet sixteen and ready to go anywhere at anytime even when my knees are killing me. I worked 27 years for a retail store in the training & … Continue reading →

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Follow your bliss

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Arline, Age 70 Thank you for this opportunity for me and any women seventy’ish to share their stories. About ten months prior to turning seventy, I told my husband that I would like to celebrate my seventieth birthday in Italy. … Continue reading →

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Seeking new passions

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Star, 69 and 6 months I recently stumbled upon your blog while surfing the Internet and am glad I found 70 candles, as I will be turning 70 in six months. I have been thinking how I want to celebrate … Continue reading →

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A daughter’s inspiration

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Karen, Age 51 My Mom My mom is resilient. She is able to start up, restart, keep going. I know her life hasn’t been what anyone would call ‘easy’. But when I watch her pick up and begin again, I’m … Continue reading →

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Traveling on

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Cathy, Age 70 I just turned 70 last week. I really don’t feel any different than I did. I am still working full time, and, with the commute, that takes care of 10 hours a day. I am involved in … Continue reading →

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