Tag Archives: Sad about aging

Advice please

Posted on March 22, 2018 by Blog Mavens

Laura, Age 56 Hi there, I came across your blog in doing a search on Google. I’m grateful for finding it! I was wondering if you would be so kind as to offer some advice. Here’s the story: My best … Continue reading →

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Fear of looking old-reaching out

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Blog Mavens

Anonymous,  Age 71 I’ve read some of the stories and can’t offer much positive or cheering. I hate growing old, I fear the loss of things I once took for granted. I’ve had a life like a roller coaster, two … Continue reading →

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Struggling in England-Seeking support

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Blog Mavens

Ronne,  Age 70 I turned 70 in January and still can’t quite believe that number. Having struggled with depression most of my adult life. It was well controlled by medication until a couple of years ago, when I had to … Continue reading →

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Flying solo

Posted on January 19, 2017 by Blog Mavens

Joy,  Age 70 I’m about to turn 70 in approximately five hours. I’ve been sitting here at the computer, drinking white wine, crying for my sister – a young 74 – who passed in June 2015. I can’t believe that … Continue reading →

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sad 70

Posted on November 14, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Anonymous,  Age 70 don’t. know why I’m. here sad money depressed not enough money to live on. nice looking for age so common.  I look damned good body and all. redhead and still hot.

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Inspired by the 70Candles! book

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Sandy, Age 71 Upon reaching 70, I thought that was the end of my world. People refer to us “seniors.” I’ve also heard the word “elderly” used in the newspaper to describe anyone over 60!! Unbearable and wrong. We are … Continue reading →

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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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Feeling guilty – hoping for some insights

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Briony, Age 66 66, married for 15 years to a man 18 years younger. But he looks my age, I look his age, and he’s more grown-up/adult than I. And he’s currently getting chemo for colorectal cancer (all cancers run … Continue reading →

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Worried about aging – thinking 70 is “ancient”

Posted on August 1, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Sandy, Almost 70 I will turn 70 in 10 days. Having a very difficult time emotionally with it, even though I have no ongoing health problems, a good boyfriend (5 years younger), adequate money, two great kids, a lovely apt, … Continue reading →

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Feeling old and scared-reaching out

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Blog Mavens

Noel, Age 69 Having a bit of a struggle with my third act – just fractured my femur and had to put new career plans on hold, in addition to being unable to ride my horse. Graduating soon with a … Continue reading →

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