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Tag Archives: 70Candles
On turning 72
Anonymous, Age 72 There has always been something about older people that drew me to them. Perhaps it was their perspective, their stories of a simpler time. I love storytelling so I was an instant student. I studied gerontology in … Continue reading
This second call
Sandi Peters, Age 71 For much of my professional life, I have worked with older people. At 71, I think I should know what the 70ies are about. In fact, I frequently surprise myself. Looking back, I realize that many … Continue reading
Posted in 70 from other perspectives: looking forward and looking back, 70candles, Adaptations and accommodations as we age, Attitudes about aging, Goals ahead, Inspiration as we age, Resilience, Traveling
Tagged 70Candles, elder women's choices, older women relocating, Positive aging, Resilience, setting goals, Travel, Women and aging
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My story in life’s constant changes
Central, New Jersey, – Joyce, just turned 70 Just found your website as was looking for some perspective on hitting the big 70 and dealing with changes in my life again. Sure not where I thought I would be at … Continue reading
Posted in 70candles, About turning 70, Aging, Attitudes about aging, Dealing with loss, Family matters, Loneliness, Older women connecting, Where to live
Tagged 70Candles, About turning 70, Older women connecting, older women relocating, What to do with our time, where to live, Women and aging
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Technophobe in action
Launching a Book During a Pandemic Is No Walk in the Park by Barbara Greenleaf, Age 78 With all the other barriers to drawing attention to a new title—the million other books on Amazon, general information overload, and the November elections, to name just three—I … Continue reading
A new era for me
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
Posted in Stories
Tagged 70Candles, 70Candles Women!, About turning 70, elder women's choices, Family matters, where to live
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Sharing
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
Happy New Year- Welcome to 2020!
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
Ellen on Positive Aging Part 4: Cultivate optimism
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