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Those Over 60: What makes you feel good about yourself?

Solar Is My Name — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 21:30:47 GMT

Hi, Over-60ites! Dear fellow (gal) babyboomers. We who are over 60 -- and maybe over 65...WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD ABOUT YOURSELF?

Has this answer changed with the years?

What do you feel is the importance of your life?

What philosophies have you adopted?

Care to share your musings? I care to read all of them.

-Solar1

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blackhole99 — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 22:01:17 GMT

That at 67 I'm still above ground, not really, I was always a wild child. Live and let live and treat others as you want to be treated. I would not change anything about my adult life, marrying the man of my dreams and raising a wonderful son is what's most important to me. I wish I would have had parents who didn't put themselves first, it would have been nice to not have been neglected and experience a normal childhood.

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LTT1 — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 22:27:59 GMT

@Solar Is My Name @blackhole99

Who ever had a normal childhood?

My philosophy now is not to sweat the small stuff.

Pick my battles.

Luckily, I did choose a wonderful guy for my husband. We raised a great girl.

We have a great DSIL.

We have wonderful DGCs.

Life has its ups and downs...learn to live with it (telling myself)

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NicksmomESQ — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 22:28:28 GMT

There are several things that I feel good about:

- I don’t look my age.

- I’m in good health.

- For the last 37 years I’ve been married to my best friend & the love of my life.

- I have a wonderful son who has never given me any worries & makes me proud everyday.

I feel so blessed!!

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blackhole99 — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 22:35:08 GMT

@LTT1oh, so your parents neglected you too. Since when is it normal to neglect your children, or am I reading something into your post that isn't there? I do know there are children who have loving parents who do care for their physical and emotional needs. To me that's a normal childhood.

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gloriajean — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 22:38:32 GMT

I feel good that I lost 12 pounds, going for more, I think my goal will be 110 now. Just a few more to lose. I am going to be 78 in April and feel great! I have two beautiful grand girls 20 mo. now that I babysit about 3 or 4 days a week, and they love me!! That I can handle this, makes me feel good about myself/

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jeanlake — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 22:39:12 GMT

Hope to retire in 2020. What makes me feel good is being happy and feeling at peace. It's that simple for me.

Like most people, I have some daily challenges that could easily get in the way of my happiness. It's a good day when I'm able to keep my wits about me -- smile.

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catwhisperer — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 23:30:49 GMT

I, too, was a wild child, so am surprised I made it to 65. My next goal is 70, and I'm almost half way there.

What makes me feel good about myself is that I'm still slim and trim, look much younger than my age, am in good health, and am not on any medications.

I don't know why I am here other than to be a caregiver. I don't feel that I serve any other purpose.

As far as philosophies, I just take one day at a time. Making future plans has brought too many disappointments over the years.

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brewhaha — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 23:06:05 GMT

If I fall, I can still get up.

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ALRATIBA — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 23:11:50 GMT

I never stopped to think about it ..... I generally feel good about myself all the time.

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catwhisperer — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 23:48:02 GMT

@blackhole99.....I did not have a "normal" childhood either. It wasn't Leave It To Beaver, that is for sure. My entire life has been abnormal, so I don't know what "normal" is. I just wing it day by day, and it has gotten me this far.

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AbbyK — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 23:54:36 GMT

So I just turned 62, and I do not like this phase of my life. I was my most happiest in my 30s and 40s bringing up my son and daughter, having my mother alive who was available with great advice. I had loads of girlfriends who I saw weekly with their kids. I worked part time, and we traveled as a family on fun trips. With the kids now in their 30s and gone, things are so different . Neither one of my kids are even dating, never mind grandchildren. Former friends are involved with their grandchildren as it should be. I realize friendships ebb and flow, but I’m down to one best friend, and loads of acquaintances at work. And I suppose I should be happy with that. Millennials at work (Library) think I should retire already. My husband and I love to travel, and are healthy enough.

So I should be reasonably content, but I’m not.....

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catwhisperer — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:05:07 GMT

@AbbyKwrote:
So I just turned 62, and I do not like this phase of my life. I was my most happiest in my 30s and 40s bringing up my son and daughter, having my mother alive who was available with great advice. I had loads of girlfriends who I saw weekly with their kids. I worked part time, and we traveled as a family on fun trips. With the kids now in their 30s and gone, things are so different . Neither one of my kids are even dating, never mind grandchildren. Former friends are involved with their grandchildren as it should be. I realize friendships ebb and flow, but I’m down to one best friend, and loads of acquaintances at work. And I suppose I should be happy with that. Millennials at work (Library) think I should retire already. My husband and I love to travel, and are healthy enough.
So I should be reasonably content, but I’m not.....

@AbbyK....you are still young and at what I call the transitional age. You have many life changes ahead of you. Try to keep a positive outlook. Be thankful that you are healthy. Perhaps travel is in your future.

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StylishLady — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:11:35 GMT

I will be 84 in October. I've been blessed with good health, a great husband, four successful children and my 7 grandchildren ranging from ages 22 to 2. My closets overflow with wonderflu outfits, I have a nice home here in Florida. All of these things would have been beyond my wildest dreams as a young single working girl. It has been a great ride for sure.

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Trinity11 — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:12:58 GMT

I lived through a wicked childhood, diagnosed with diabetes in my teens, cancer in my 30's and 2 heart attacks in the past two years..yet I endure. I am one tough cookie. LOL..and I never lost my sense of humor through all of it.

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catwhisperer — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:18:51 GMT

@Trinity11wrote:
I lived through a wicked childhood, diagnosed with diabetes in my teens, cancer in my 30's and 2 heart attacks in the past two years..yet I endure. I am one tough cookie. LOL..and I never lost my sense of humor through all of it.

@Trinity11...I have followed you on these boards the past couple years and know you have been through a lot. YES, you ARE one tough cookie, and don't you forget it. You go girl.

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Solar Is My Name — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:33:18 GMT

@AbbyK I sincerely hope this gets better for you. 🌞

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Solar Is My Name — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:34:58 GMT

@Trinity11 I respect tough cookies! 👏

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viva923 — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 01:01:48 GMT

i think that I am still alive and have a wonderful husband and my sweet grand children. I may not have a lot to offer but I try to be a good person.

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sol_luna — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 01:31:27 GMT

@Trinity11wrote:
I lived through a wicked childhood, diagnosed with diabetes in my teens, cancer in my 30's and 2 heart attacks in the past two years..yet I endure. I am one tough cookie. LOL..and I never lost my sense of humor through all of it.

You go girl!! You are AMAZING!!!!

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