Tag Archives: Aging

Too stubborn to let this get me down

Posted on September 20, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Cherrie, Age 69 Hello. Who knew 70 would feel so lonely. I’m retired advanced practice nurse, for about two years. Still miss the patients and staff. Recently had a total knee replacement surgery and doing well. Except, it has brought … Continue reading →

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Still me!

Posted on September 10, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Syd, Age 80 Turned 80 today and do not feel any different than I did yesterday.

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Do men feel differently about aging?

Posted on September 10, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Cathy, Age 63 Hi – I’ve been reading the stories – preparing myself for my 70s. I am inspired by the many vibrant, energetic, resourceful women here, and hope that when as I grow older I will share the same … Continue reading →

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Hard to plan

Posted on September 10, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Gen, Age 69 Hi, I’ll be 70 in November, I’ve been saying that I’m 70 all summer. I’m kinda proud that I made it – well, I know I’ve got two whole months left to be 69. Right now I … Continue reading →

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Sephardic cooking

Posted on September 9, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Rachel, Age 71 I retired from teaching at age 60 to spend a month with my daughter in LA as she was having her first child, my second grandchild. I continued to substitute teach and take orders for my ethnic … Continue reading →

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Women just know what you mean

Posted on September 4, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Linda, Age 66 My husband is ill and has been for the past, what seems like 20 years. As his condition worsened I retired early to be his caretaker. It was the hardest thing I have ever done. Although I … Continue reading →

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Boston gathering – do you live near here?

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Mary, Turning 71 I’m Mary Hirsch of Boston, (turning a youthful 71 tomorrow) with an UPDATE for the pending FIRST 71Candles get together as soon as our HOT/HUMID “peasant weather,” as my tiny, aristocratic French grandma called it) passes. I … Continue reading →

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On The Other Side

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Natalie, Age 65+ ON THE OTHER SIDE is a living portrait of the aging woman as her “youngness” slips away. Based on a poem by Natalie H. Rogers, the film interweaves voice, animation and music to lay bare the essence … Continue reading →

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What aging is teaching me

Posted on August 15, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Lois, Age 73 Back in 2008 I decided to start a website offering my art knowledge to all for no cost. It is http://www.free-online-art-classes.com and ranks well in the internet. As a light specialist I signed on with Home Depot … Continue reading →

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“The Meek Are Getting Ready”

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Lisbet, Age 69 In March I’ll be turning 70, along with 2 other gals I know. To celebrate, we’re going to Neskaya Movement Arts Center in NH, for a long weekend of partying and Sacred Circle Dance with friends, colleagues … Continue reading →

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