Tag Archives: Caretaking

Not especially enjoying life

Posted on January 31, 2018 by Blog Mavens

Susan, Age 71 Hello, My husband was diagnosed with degerative spinal stenosis 14 years ago. Previous to that we had 15 years of health and financial difficulties after moving to North Carolina. His disease has definitely gotten worse with each … Continue reading →

Posted in Stories | Tagged 70Candles, Aging, Caretaking, elder women's choices, functional changes, Men aging, Women and aging | 16 Comments

Am I too late?

Posted on December 3, 2017 by Blog Mavens

Valerie, Age, 697 I have read some of the submissions and really like that the two of you want to hear about how we flourish. At least that’s what I heard, or understood. What about if I didn’t flourish. What … Continue reading →

Posted in 70candles, About turning 70, Caretaking, Family matters, Finances, Networking, Older women connecting | Tagged 70Candles, About turning 70, Aging, Caretaking, elder women's choices, Fearing age, friendships, Older women connecting, Women and aging | 10 Comments

Seeking wise words

Posted on August 27, 2017 by Blog Mavens

Jo, Age 71 Hello, Already I feel less alone reading the blog posts. Here is my story. I am almost retired as an autism consultant and former academic. I’m single with 3 grown children in 3 corners of the U.S. … Continue reading →

Posted in 70candles, Caretaking, Family matters, Grandparenting, Looking ahead, Our bodies, our health, Where to live | Tagged 70Candles, Aging, Caretaking, elder relocation, elder women's choices, functional changes, looking ahead, older women relocating, where to live | 10 Comments

My life’s purpose became clear

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Blog Mavens

Barbara, Age 70 I retired 2 ½ years ago and recently turned 70. I have always looked for meaning in my life, and found it in my work. But it’s been a struggle finding day-to-day purpose in retirement. I love … Continue reading →

Posted in 70candles, About turning 70, Caretaking, Family matters, Our bodies, our health, Work life and retirement | Tagged 70Candles, About turning 70, Aging, Caretaking, elder women's choices, Family support, health and fitness, Resilience, What to do with our time, Work life and retirement | 1 Comment

My 70’s story

Posted on April 10, 2017 by Blog Mavens

Lois, Age 75 As of now I’m almost 75 (how did that happen). I am caucasian and live in Massachusetts where I’ve lived all my life. I worked as a secretary until age 65 when my husband who had diabetes … Continue reading →

Posted in 70candles, Caretaking, Family matters, Resilience, Where to live | Tagged 70Candles, Caretaking, elder relocation, elder women's choices, Family support, looking ahead, Loss, older women relocating, Positive aging, where to live, Women and aging | 1 Comment

Balance in all things!

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Blog Mavens

Gail, Age 78 At age 78, just read your book, 70Candles! and applaud your insights and clarity regarding women in their 70’s living a vital life. You gave us a gift. However, those from age 50 on up should make … Continue reading →

Posted in 70candles, Caretaking, Family matters, Looking ahead, Older women connecting, Our bodies, our health, Resilience, Stories, Where to live | Tagged 70Candles, Aging, Caretaking, elder women's choices, Family support, Loss, older women relocating, Resilience, where to live, Women and aging | 1 Comment

BUT YOU DON’T RUB MILK UNDER THE NOSE OF A HUNGRY LION!

Posted on March 6, 2017 by Blog Mavens

“But you don’t rub milk under the nose of a hungry lion.” A phrase my husband Wes stated right before we went to bed. A person with Alzheimer’s disease is very protective of their money. They will hide their … Continue reading →

Posted in 70candles, Caretaking, Family matters, Men aging, Read Stories | Tagged 70Candles, Aging, Alzheimer's, Caretaking, Compassion, Family support, functional changes, Men aging, Read Stories | 1 Comment

Summing up a life

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Blog Mavens

Nancy, Age 81 I just found your blog accidentally, and am delighted! Just read a story, and feel as if I am with good friends, even though you all are somewhat younger than I….as I am 81. But am in … Continue reading →

Posted in 70 from other perspectives: looking forward and looking back, 70candles, Caretaking, Family matters, Grandparenting, Gratitude and Spirituality, Older women connecting, Resilience, Share your story | Tagged 70Candles, Aging, Caretaking, elder women's choices, Gratitude, Loss, Men aging, Positive aging, Read Stories, What to do with our time, Women and aging, Work life and retirement | 5 Comments

Hip replacement for my 94-year-old dad

Posted on November 20, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Regine, Age 68 Hello, I posted some time ago about aging, and mentioned my blog serimuse.blogspot.ca. I’ve posted a recent experience there for November about going through my 94 year old father’s hip replacement surgery. I thought I’d share this … Continue reading →

Posted in 70candles, Caretaking, Family matters, Men aging, Our bodies, our health, Stories | Tagged 70Candles, Aging, Caretaking, Family support | 1 Comment

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 →

Posted in 70candles, Caretaking, Family matters, Networking | Tagged 70Candles, Aging, Caretaking, friendships | 5 Comments