Author Archives: Blog Mavens

Then and now

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Hideko, I will be 70 this New Year’s Day I miss the girl I used to be so many years ago With three inch heels and slim of build And heart with laughter filled. I love the woman I am … Continue reading →

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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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I Want to Live in a Blue Zone

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Jane, Age 72 Blue Zones are areas in the world that have been studied because of the longevity of their populace. Oh to live beneath the azure blue sky in Ikaria, Greece, where the air is clean and the water … 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 →

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“Young-old” with gratitude and angst

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Nancy, Almost 70 Turning seventy in four days! I read about this blog in the Taos Institute’s July 2012 Positive Aging Newsletter. I am delighted to find it just before my turning point in four days – a lovely birthday … Continue reading →

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Live it up now!

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Sandy, Age 70 When I turned 70 last January my 87 year old friend exclaimed “the 70’s were the best time of my life!” She also said the 80’s haven’t been too bad either. Her secret….staying healthy and active. I … Continue reading →

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Looking forward

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Pat, Age 68 years, 8 months Today I met my sister-in-law for morning tea as it was her 70th birthday. She was not happy at the realization that she was now 70, but I pointed out to her that it … Continue reading →

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Medical ironies

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Barbara, Age 78 Don’t know if this is exactly a story, but I thought I’d tell you a couple of ironic things. I went to the dermatologist. While I was there I asked him about a kind of dark indent … Continue reading →

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On my Birthday!

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Blog Mavens

Sharon, Age 70 Life expectancy was never 70 when I was a child! At least you weren’t functioning as you had previously. I have been married twice, have 3 grown children, 1 step son and exchange children around the world. … Continue reading →

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