Monthly Archives: February 2015

An appreciative gent

Posted on February 27, 2015 by Blog Mavens

Ray, Age 53 I am a 53 year old gent i have been married to my wife for 1 year having been dating her 6 years. She has just turned 70 and she is most wonderful beautiful woman i have … Continue reading →

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A wake-up call

Posted on February 20, 2015 by Blog Mavens

Star, Age 71 I first wrote to 70 Candles upon turning 70 and since then have enjoyed reading other’s stories. Some have been uplifting and some have been poignant. But all have grappled with the aging process. I have been … Continue reading →

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Speed dating at 70 and beyond!

Posted on February 19, 2015 by Blog Mavens

Here’s the link to a wonderful story about speed dating events for those 70 and older….and the trailer of a new film. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/02/18/the-age-of-love-speed-dating-70_n_6699960.html?ncid=newsltushpmg00000003 Enjoy! Jane and Ellen

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Bridging the decades at almost 95

Posted on February 14, 2015 by Blog Mavens

Maggy, Almost 95 I’m 95 as of March 14th and remember Turning 70 as the ONLY decade birthday that bothered me. I remember early 30s and 40s as the best time of my life. 40th and 50th birthdays? Not traumatic. … Continue reading →

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A survivor at 70

Posted on February 13, 2015 by Blog Mavens

Janet, Age 70 I just ran across this blog and really wanted to add my little thoughts. As you can see I was born in 1944 a war baby. I had a horrible childhood, a battered child my life was … Continue reading →

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