tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post6893076557987610843..comments2024-03-18T20:05:47.522+08:00Comments on Cresting The Hill: WHOLEHEARTED LIVING - CULTIVATING NEW DIRECTIONSLeannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-6306014574443781012021-05-03T08:49:38.595+08:002021-05-03T08:49:38.595+08:00What a great journey. Enjoy. What a great journey. Enjoy. https://antoinettetrugliomartin.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10173973509947644402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-33232335281034500832021-04-29T21:17:30.396+08:002021-04-29T21:17:30.396+08:00Hi Kirstin - lucky you to have been able to contin...Hi Kirstin - lucky you to have been able to continue working when so many were unable to. I felt fortunate because I'd finished work in the year beforehand, so lockdown didn't feel that different to what I was adjusting to outside work life. I tend to dress for comfort these days - dressing up for church or a social event is quite an occasion for me now! And thanks for the lovely comment about my blog - I've enjoyed yours too. xLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-13870534354067883112021-04-26T22:57:31.296+08:002021-04-26T22:57:31.296+08:00What a fun read...and way to embrace it Angelique....What a fun read...and way to embrace it Angelique. I'm 52, decided about 3 years ago to stop coloring my hair and when everyone was going "gray" during quarantine, I was willingly well ahead of them all. I've never been one that has dressed very "colorfully", BUT I have been determined to enjoy whatever style I decide to enjoy. I worked all throughout our "lockdown" in the states so it didn't really feel like much changed for me in many ways. I've been enjoying Leannes posts immensely .Kirstinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17792132554787453551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-51247612030448498692021-04-26T18:43:21.803+08:002021-04-26T18:43:21.803+08:00Hi Christina - I saw your new direction with the B...Hi Christina - I saw your new direction with the BRAC gene info and it's completely different to what Angelique has chosen to do, but both are passions that were callling out to be pursued and shared with a wider audience - congrats to both of you xLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-22748132112975456282021-04-26T18:42:12.313+08:002021-04-26T18:42:12.313+08:00Hi Natalie - I love being able to share posts from...Hi Natalie - I love being able to share posts from guests who haven't met some of the lovely bloggers I interact with - having Angelique tell her story here was so inspiring. I love when people turn a negative into a positive.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-68762203748298140862021-04-26T18:40:12.908+08:002021-04-26T18:40:12.908+08:00It's so great when people find their passion a...It's so great when people find their passion and run with it isn't it Antoinette?Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-49104497931325720812021-04-25T23:44:55.439+08:002021-04-25T23:44:55.439+08:00Thanks so much Christina for your comments. I firm...Thanks so much Christina for your comments. I firmly belief that as midlifers we have so much to offer the world as well as the opportunity for ourselves to dust off the cobwebs from our dreams and pursue activities we have always wanted to do. Now is our time!Angélique du Toithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09415660166285217342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-86869748422359244002021-04-25T23:41:55.868+08:002021-04-25T23:41:55.868+08:00Hi Natalie, thanks so much for your best wishes, m...Hi Natalie, thanks so much for your best wishes, much appreciated. The key theme of my book is that of attitude. I firmly believe we have the choice to look at the gifts circumstances beyond our control may bring. Not always easy, but they are there if we dig deep enough. Angélique du Toithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09415660166285217342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-48158952376245812862021-04-24T13:22:37.244+08:002021-04-24T13:22:37.244+08:00Hi Angelique and Leanne, what a great project for ...Hi Angelique and Leanne, what a great project for encouraging us midlifers to embrace this time of our lives. The pandemic has forced a lot of people to change direction but you have taken the opportunity to make something great out of it. Well done, regards ChristinaMidlifestylisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07885738321776869148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-51889902625623956312021-04-24T10:01:30.867+08:002021-04-24T10:01:30.867+08:00Hi Angelique, It is nice to meet you here on Leann...Hi Angelique, It is nice to meet you here on Leanne's blog. I love how you've used the lockdown time to turn your interests and passions into concrete achievements. All the best with your new book and business! Thank you, Leanne, for introducing Angelique to us. #WeekendCoffeeShareNataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05151221243588416460noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-13711651275160946052021-04-23T23:49:01.847+08:002021-04-23T23:49:01.847+08:00What a positive concept and endeavor. Enjoy!What a positive concept and endeavor. Enjoy!https://antoinettetrugliomartin.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10173973509947644402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-25005321649489950772021-04-23T14:42:00.902+08:002021-04-23T14:42:00.902+08:00Hi Lydia, what we wear is an expression of who we ...Hi Lydia, what we wear is an expression of who we are and I have always believed in dressing for me, not others. It's also liberating and creative! Angélique du Toithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09415660166285217342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-23979497369398642992021-04-23T09:26:00.766+08:002021-04-23T09:26:00.766+08:00I think I'm getting braver with what I wear as...I think I'm getting braver with what I wear as I've gotten older Lydia - I dress for me now - especially without having to worry about suitable "work wear" anymore.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-64350125464898292622021-04-23T09:25:19.974+08:002021-04-23T09:25:19.974+08:00Hi Christie - I love that it's a 180 degree tu...Hi Christie - I love that it's a 180 degree turn from where Angelique has spent her life previously - it takes a lot of courage to do that and then to put it into a book to inspire others. I loved sharing her story here.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-37710939818657633032021-04-23T04:48:48.924+08:002021-04-23T04:48:48.924+08:00That's great! I love it! I think age shouldn&#...That's great! I love it! I think age shouldn't stop you doing what you love and wearing what takes your fancy! Lydia C. Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13911667428856165902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-48264603502761259332021-04-22T22:13:53.017+08:002021-04-22T22:13:53.017+08:00Thank you for your best wishes Christie, much appr...Thank you for your best wishes Christie, much appreciated. Angélique du Toithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09415660166285217342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-53518820433808917022021-04-22T21:03:18.739+08:002021-04-22T21:03:18.739+08:00Thank you for introducing us to Angelique, Leanne....Thank you for introducing us to Angelique, Leanne. What a wonderful idea to combine all those skills and talents into a much-needed service, as well as living your own personal passion. Well done Angelique and good luck with your new business.Christie Hawkeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14897036282962474586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-39090275032825136372021-04-22T15:29:00.065+08:002021-04-22T15:29:00.065+08:00Hi Denyse - self care is not self indulgence, but ...Hi Denyse - self care is not self indulgence, but vital for our survival. We need to care for ourselves so that we are able to care for others. I always think of a well. If it is dry there will be no water for others to draw on. The same with us. We need to start with self. It is difficult for women as caring and looking after others are in our DNA. A ritual of caring for ourselves, whatever that might be, helps to start the day on a positive note. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts.Angélique du Toithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09415660166285217342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-16124062936634485572021-04-22T15:24:22.706+08:002021-04-22T15:24:22.706+08:00Hi Jo, it can sometimes feel like a long road back...Hi Jo, it can sometimes feel like a long road back, but worth it. As you suggest, small steps adding colour back into your life and in time it will grow and you can be a bit more brave. Colour has such a significant psychological impact on our wellbeing and joie de vivre. Keep exploring! <br />Angélique du Toithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09415660166285217342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-31970361097953480312021-04-21T18:18:23.615+08:002021-04-21T18:18:23.615+08:00Hi Denyse - I found that my 'dressing up' ...Hi Denyse - I found that my 'dressing up' and putting on makeup dropped significantly once I wasn't going in to work anymore. I've never been one of those people who feels the need to dress up for around the house, but I still try to make an effort for church and for socialising - it boosts my confidence and reminds me that I'm not fading into the wallpaper just yet - and neither are you!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-33127112517284592762021-04-21T18:15:54.155+08:002021-04-21T18:15:54.155+08:00Hi Jo - I'm glad Angelique gave you a bit of a...Hi Jo - I'm glad Angelique gave you a bit of added incentive to keep up the colours. I find that I slob around the house too, but getting out to meet with friends, or to go to church makes me lift my game a little. Putting on makeup is fairly rare these days - but it does brighten my face when I put in the effort.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-13142590753906081062021-04-21T17:35:00.291+08:002021-04-21T17:35:00.291+08:00This is a very good reminded to us all that there ...This is a very good reminded to us all that there is no such thing as stopping ...to care about ourselves or our welfare. However, as we age, and have usually been putting everyone else first for years...family, work etc, then how do we re-generate and rejuvenate? With a plan. To start. Because that is the hardest part. I did post my first cancer surgery and continue it today. Great story. I must add though, I am, it seems the oldest blogger in my blogging space and I am proud of that but there is so much more to ageing after 70 that has been for me a bit of a physical shock. Thanks Leanne and Angelique. Thank you so much for being a kind-hearted and generous sharer of your blog post each week for Life This Week. It makes such a difference to each Monday for me, opening up the blog and ...there you are! Thanks for linking up and next week, the optional prompt is joyful. See you then, all being well as they say! Denyse.Denyse Whelan.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16888810644186418559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-76323050722464754082021-04-21T05:13:44.198+08:002021-04-21T05:13:44.198+08:00I used to be really interested in fashion and colo...I used to be really interested in fashion and colour & makeup & over the years have fallen into a don't really care type of fug - mainly because I've felt invisible (and not necessarily because of my age) so I might as well make myself so. It's only in the last few months that I've begun adding colour back into my wardrobe. At first it felt weird but I've refreshed my makeup too. I still slob around the house but I'm taking just a tad more care when I'm dressing to go out. Stories like this one are an added push.Jo Traceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01096756433952821037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-53248455951440534652021-04-20T14:20:53.938+08:002021-04-20T14:20:53.938+08:00Hi Suzanne
How lovely to hear from you and the sec...Hi Suzanne<br />How lovely to hear from you and the secret is to find your own style and colours that suit you and then wear it without apology. I hope you find some inspiration on my blog. Have fun!Angélique du Toithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03022473845908217648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-83221785537289645062021-04-20T14:17:39.899+08:002021-04-20T14:17:39.899+08:00Hi Pat
Thank you for your kind thoughts and as Lea...Hi Pat<br />Thank you for your kind thoughts and as Leanne also points out, the terms associated with older women are often challenging and emotive. I dedicate a chapter to fairytales and the power of stories to address some of the terms associated with older women. I also attempt to put the record straight in terms of their ancient meaning. For example crowns are the crowned ones and hags, the holy ones. In ancient times older women were often the healers and wise ones of their communities. As older women we continue to have wisdom and healing to offer our communities. Angélique du Toithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03022473845908217648noreply@blogger.com