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Category Archives: aging
AND HE DIED
Methuselah was an old, old man when God finally took him to heaven. For 969 years he stumbled around the planet. He raised a family, saw them grow into adults, had grandchildren and great grandchildren. And then he died. So … Continue reading
ACT YOUR AGE
“Some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again.” C. S. Lewis Wouldn’t it be nice if we never had to age – if we could remain children forever – if we never had to experience … Continue reading
BREATHLESS
I suffer from asthma and many other breathing disorders. As my life progresses, each breath I take becomes harder. I find myself getting short of breath after just a small amount of exertion. When I need to use my inhaler … Continue reading
GROW OLD WITH ME
We join our hands together, Hands that have grown wrinkled and leathered with time, Still the touch of your skin against mine delights and excites, The broken, withered digits, which over time have grown weary, The tightness of your grip, … Continue reading
A LIONESS IN WINTER
“What freezings I have felt, what dark days seen, What old December’s bareness everywhere!” William Shakespeare This morning I realized what my poor dog has been going through. As I took him outside for his morning ritual, he began … Continue reading
I FEEL LIKE CINDERELLA!
Every young girl dreams of someday finding her Prince Charming – of being magically transformed into a vision of loveliness – of finding true love and living happily ever after. On our wedding day, we feel like a princess, dressed … Continue reading
DRIED UP
Isn’t it funny to see those commercials for products which promise to reduce or removed wrinkles and signs of aging – and all the models in said ads are probably 14 years old? For once, I’d love to see real … Continue reading
AGING ENLIGHTENED
The Age of Enlightenment was a time in history between 1700-1800. It was a time when the world was changing drastically. Some considered it a time of enlightenment and philosophy. In our own nation, big changes were occurring. Immigrants in … Continue reading
GET RID OF THAT BELLY FAT
OK, so the after the holidays diet started out pretty good. I even lost a couple pounds. Then Sunday came and my church is big on snacks so that got me started again. It began with a small caramel and … Continue reading
I’M LIVING IN NARNIA!
“Wrong will be right, when Aslan comes in sight, At the sound of his roar, sorrows will be no more, When he bares his teeth, winter meets its death, And when he shakes his mane, we shall have spring again.” … Continue reading
A SENSE OF PLACE
This week has been a busy one for my husband, Paul, as he prepares to launch a one man show of his art on Saturday, January 12, 2019. For those of us in our seventies, any kind of exertion can … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, Art, God's help, mental & physical stress, work
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CALASTHENICS FOR THE MIND
For the past year or so, taking some of my knowledge about acting to a lovely assisted living and memory care facility in my area. Through the use of improvisation and sense memory, we are really making a nice connection. … Continue reading
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Tagged exercising the mind, Growing old with dignity, improvisation
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WHAT WILL I BE WHEN I GROW UP?
First of all, I am 76 years old and I admit that growing up isn’t what it’s cracked up to be. I believe the whole process is overrated. When we’re five we can’t wait to be ten. When we’re ten we … Continue reading
HIGHLIGHT OF MY WEEK
OK this cartoon has nothing to do with the highlight, but I thought it was cute. This week has actually been pretty quiet for me and because we’re changing seasons quickly here in Lake Woebegone, I thought I’d start organizing closets for … Continue reading
THE GOLD IN AGING
Each year becomes more of a struggle. We trudge through life, with goals, hopes and dreams. We reach the epitome of living and wonder who we are, why we’re here and where we’re going. Within the blink of an eye, … Continue reading
MASTER OF NONE?
A great deal of emphasis is placed on gaining a superior education. To be a master of anything pretty much secures a spot in the workplace. But what about the “Masters” of old – the artists, the writers, the performers, … Continue reading
WEEKEND WRAPUP
My weekly work keeps me at home for most of the day – working on my blog, memorizing lines for the play I’m in, writing articles and other things. For the most part, my work week is pretty laid back. … Continue reading
BIZARRE HOLIDAYS
Some think that anyone over 70 is ready for the grave, but we still have a lot to offer. About one third of U.S. Senators are over 70 – nice part time job for a retiree – but I digress. I … Continue reading
I WON’T GROW UP
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we didn’t have to grow up – if we didn’t have to go to school – if we could do whatever we want without following the rules? In John Barrie’s, “Peter Pan” the author created a place … Continue reading
