Category Archives: Widows’ choices

Thriving beyond 70 with wisdom and connection

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Blog Mavens

Here is the direct link to the podcast at Restless to Renewed. We, Jane and Ellen were asked by Janice Neely about our decades long friendship, the evolution of our 70Candles project and lessons learned. We hope you enjoy listening … Continue reading →

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Our podcast interview

Posted on May 8, 2024 by Blog Mavens

We, Jane and Ellen were recently interviewed by Janice Neely of Restless to Renewed. We had a most enjoyable conversation about our long friendship, the origins and evolution 70Candles, and where we are today. To listen, download the Podcast app, … Continue reading →

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Thoughts

Posted on September 26, 2021 by Blog Mavens

Cindy, Age 71 I am amazed by the strength of women who survive their partner and go on to productive lives, making friends and even reaching for enjoyment. I am blessed to have a wonderful partner. We live with my … Continue reading →

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Goodbye 70 Candles, Hello 80

Posted on March 28, 2021 by Blog Mavens

Ellen, Age 80 I turned 80 18 days ago, on March 10, 2021, which means I have officially reached my ninth decade. No big deal, you say? I don’t think of myself as a particularly reflective person; I’m more of … Continue reading →

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Just turned 70

Posted on May 4, 2019 by Blog Mavens

Joyce, Age 70 My name is Joyce Henderson; I’m an African-American retired school teacher in the Philadelphia area and I just turned 70 last week. I found out about you guys from a book my son got me called “Things … Continue reading →

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Do you feel lonely?

Posted on September 24, 2018 by Blog Mavens

Postings from some of our contributors describe isolation and loneliness. Some see no way out of this predicament. AARP has been focusing on this issue and has published the informational brochure we’ve attached here. See what you think of their … Continue reading →

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Movin’ on

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Blog Mavens

Patricia, Age 64 Hello from upstate NY. I am 64 yrs old. My husband passed away 18 months ago. I have no family here other than my daughter and her family. As much as I love them, they are very … Continue reading →

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Which way to go?

Posted on February 25, 2018 by Blog Mavens

Lynda, Age 69 3/4 I will be 70 in may. My husband died 7 years ago. I live in a Chicago suburb on the north shore and am trying to sell my home. I have a place in Florida for … Continue reading →

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