Author Archives: Blog Mavens

Arianna Huffington turns 70!

Posted on July 15, 2020 by Blog Mavens
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Posted on July 7, 2020 by Blog Mavens

Jane turns 80 This bears practicing. It’s been ten years since Ellen and I started this blog as a way to ease ourselves into our 70’s. Now here I am 80 years old.  On the day of my birthday, July … Continue reading →

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A new era for me

Posted on June 11, 2020 by Blog Mavens

Kathy, Age 70 I read about this website in the book “70 things to do when you turn 70”, a birthday gift from my sister. A birthday card from another friend said “I’m sorry you’re birthday was ruined by a … Continue reading →

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Curiosity about the new normal ahead

Posted on May 3, 2020 by Blog Mavens

Ann Fox, Age 70 Hello Jane & Ellen, First let me say I hope you’re both doing fine wherever you may be hunkered down.  I’m in central Ohio and am doing fine . . . this is just a long … Continue reading →

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Hunkering down

Posted on March 17, 2020 by Blog Mavens

What a strange development. All of us are at home….could be for weeks and weeks. Some will be ill, and some lives will be in danger. We send our thoughts and very best wishes to all, for your health. Many … Continue reading →

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I turned 70 in October and I am so unhappy.

Posted on February 17, 2020 by Blog Mavens

Anonymous My friends have died and my children wish I would die. I was a psychology Professor and retired 21 year ago. I live alone and can’t find things to do. School was my whole life but now they want … Continue reading →

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Sharing

Posted on January 11, 2020 by Blog Mavens

Mary Ellen Age 70 I’m elated I’ve found this blog (or whatever they call it)! Hoping I will be able to participate and listen to all of our stories. Been searching (books, magazines, internet) for a long time as 70 … Continue reading →

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Ellen’s Keys to Positive Aging

Posted on January 5, 2020 by Blog Mavens

What have I learned about living well in old age? We all know about the importance of diet and exercise and good sleep habits, but this is my list: (1) Name ageism when you see or hear it. Be aware of your own inner … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year- Welcome to 2020!

Posted on December 27, 2019 by Blog Mavens

 A new year and a new decade ahead! We, Jane and Ellen send all our best wishes to you, our 70Candles community. We value your thoughts and all your wonderful contributions to this 70Candles.com blog. Along with you, we benefit … Continue reading →

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Ellen on Positive Aging Part 4: Cultivate optimism

Posted on November 3, 2019 by Blog Mavens

Cultivate Optimism (Hope) “New evidence that optimists live longer”—The Harvard Gazette—August 30, 2019 After decades of research, a new study links optimism and prolonged life. Researchers from Harvard, Boston University School of Medicine, and the National Center for PTSD at VA Boston Healthcare System, have found that individuals … Continue reading →

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