Category Archives: Stories

Negative feelings about being old

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Blog Mavens

Anonymous, Almost 73 I am almost 73…I have the feeling that most comments sent to you are on the positive side….But I have very negative feelings about being old….I dislike that the physical beauty I once had is gone….I dislike … Continue reading →

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When we outlive our joints and our senses

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Blog Mavens

Jane, Age 74 We seniors are fortunate to live in an era of robotic advancement. As we age, and our parts wear out, we can turn to medical science to find replacement joints, organs, and sensory implantations. Ellen is back … Continue reading →

Posted in Looking ahead, Our bodies, our health, Resilience, Stories, Technology and contemporary culture | Tagged 70Candles, functional changes, replacement body parts, women's aging bodies | 1 Comment

Be well!

Posted on September 3, 2014 by Blog Mavens

Kay, Age 69 I was so happy to find this today. I will be 70 in Feb. Needless to say I finally admit I am having issues with it. If I live to be 85 I only have 15 years … Continue reading →

Posted in About turning 70, Looking ahead, Our bodies, our health, Resilience, Stories, Work life and retirement | Tagged 70Candles, Aging, functional changes, looking ahead, Positive aging, women's aging bodies | 2 Comments

Enjoying the ride!

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Blog Mavens

Elaine, Age 70 Was so happy to find this site ! I just turned 70 on April 24th and am loving it…..I am currently recovering, at my daughter’s home, from a breast reduction surgery ! Wish I hadn’t waited so … Continue reading →

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Now what?

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Blog Mavens

Linda, Age 69 I am so happy I found your site. I will be 70 in August and have been pondering,”Now what?” That’s what I googled and found 70candles. I have taken your advice on makeup and hair, even got … Continue reading →

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Digging out

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Blog Mavens

Marilyn, Age 73 I am so happy to find this group. It was from buying your book that I found the blog. We were married for 35 yrs, when 2yrs ago my husband died by suicide. I was devastated and … Continue reading →

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An amazing woman

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Blog Mavens

Here is the link to an inspiring story about Ethel Percy Andrus, who demonstrated how much one woman can contribute to society in her later years. Ojaihistory.com/Ethel-Percy-Andrus-how-one-woman-changed-America/

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What do we do with our time?

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Blog Mavens

Jane, Age 73 The Heart of a Senior Center As we segue from busy work lives to the more leisure pace of retirement, a vast array of possibilities lies before us. What to do with this ocean of time? I … Continue reading →

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69 and Wondering

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Blog Mavens

Anonymous, Age 69 I am 69 years old and will be 70 in March, 2014. Most women my age have careers, family and grandchildren. I have none of these. I am a widow without children, grandchildren, and I haven’t a … Continue reading →

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