tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post7692454604823076123..comments2024-03-28T08:54:28.654+08:00Comments on Cresting The Hill: FOUR SCORE YEARS AND TEN - THE 5 STAGES OF LIFELeannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-31906171701350325862020-08-31T17:36:48.451+08:002020-08-31T17:36:48.451+08:00I love that women in their 60's are shining to...I love that women in their 60's are shining to brightly these days - other bloggers who are a few years older than me make me excited to think that 60 is just the beginning of another interesting stage of life. I am so pleased that I found blogging and the inspirational women I've met, it's made Midlife so special and full bloom will be amazing. xLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-1424614015652009262020-08-31T17:35:01.973+08:002020-08-31T17:35:01.973+08:00Hi Denyse - I think age is a state of mind, but wh...Hi Denyse - I think age is a state of mind, but when we hit a few hurdles at a particular time, it's hard not to associate it with a particular stage of life change. I look at my mum who is 78 and she's rocking it - she has health issues at times, but looks at her friends who have much more serious issues and counts her blessings - I'm hoping to have her attitude and zest for life when I arrive in my 70's. Your zing will come back I'm sure xxLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-37822205608157457292020-08-31T17:33:11.927+08:002020-08-31T17:33:11.927+08:00Hi Melissa - I honestly believe that life keeps ge...Hi Melissa - I honestly believe that life keeps getting better if we choose our attitude. It's easy to think the best has gone - but really what came before just enhanced what is still to come - flourishing is wonderful!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-55713703214757903402020-08-31T17:32:22.512+08:002020-08-31T17:32:22.512+08:00Hi Kathleen - I like the idea that every stage has...Hi Kathleen - I like the idea that every stage has something to offer. We can't deny that there are stages to life (the timeframe may vary a little depending on our choices) and each has its ups and downs. I'd like to think that we build on each stage that's gone before - so they just keep getting better! The photos were a fun addition. And thanks so much for the feature xxLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-60928461043570373202020-08-30T07:57:56.846+08:002020-08-30T07:57:56.846+08:00I think you described each phase of life beautiful...I think you described each phase of life beautifully. I am in the Full Bloom stage and I do feel like I am reaping the rewards of working hard. We are really enjoying our best lives right now and I can tell that this is your plan for Full Bloom when you get there. Enjoy!!Life Of 2 Snowbirdshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04671929539494372073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-38546283640016102722020-08-26T15:15:55.282+08:002020-08-26T15:15:55.282+08:00Today I actually said to my husband, I think being...Today I actually said to my husband, I think being 70 has been horrible. I was positive about turning 70 and then...boom, suddenly all these health things started needing to be fixed for me AND the govt. told people 'over 70' to stay home as COVID was an extra risk. Still getting my head around the age thing. Thank you for linking up for #lifethisweek and next week the optional prompt is 35/51 Share Your Snaps #7 31.8.2020 and I hope to see you there too. Denyse.Denyse Whelan.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16888810644186418559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-13612367548043988772020-08-26T15:09:46.636+08:002020-08-26T15:09:46.636+08:00I loved all the photos! Nothing beats a walk down ...I loved all the photos! Nothing beats a walk down memory lane. At 37, I'm looking forward to the flourish to come in my forties. Let's go. :D Melissa {Suger}https://www.blogger.com/profile/10297932355360477833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-22193515160186828572020-08-26T07:54:38.268+08:002020-08-26T07:54:38.268+08:00PS I love your photos. Photos remind us about the ...PS I love your photos. Photos remind us about the good times to be thankful for.Kathleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16559092855185240910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-46930532168401486032020-08-26T07:52:16.441+08:002020-08-26T07:52:16.441+08:00I have always rejected the 'life stages' t...I have always rejected the 'life stages' that I have seen set forth. They seem to be made by younger folk where life looks different from their stand, their view is progressively negative. I do like your five stages, the last one, like the others is up to the individual. I don't like to be put into a 'definition box' and I know that is not your purpose here. What you have presented is a positive view so we will feature your post on the next Blogger's Pit Stop. Keep up the good work<br />KathleenKathleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16559092855185240910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-87873185638211804452020-08-23T13:43:25.849+08:002020-08-23T13:43:25.849+08:00You are such a wise woman Erica and I think you...You are such a wise woman Erica and I think you're definitely right about the itchiness - I guess we forget that itchiness can be associated with healing wounds and new growth - it's just that I forget that part while I'm scratching!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-20174236626731655002020-08-21T20:32:55.131+08:002020-08-21T20:32:55.131+08:00Leanne, I love how well you share feelings we all ...Leanne, I love how well you share feelings we all experience at some point. Perspective always plays a part for me. And time often gives me the answers. The pervasive “itchiness” is when a change happens in my life. I am thankful how most of these changes have gone in a good direction. I am meant to grow and learn through the challenges. I think most of our tribe of women have a similar philosophy. xxErica/Erikahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05542330143072789332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-36384160472721531082020-08-21T14:32:25.069+08:002020-08-21T14:32:25.069+08:00Hi Erica - I think getting "old" always ...Hi Erica - I think getting "old" always frightened me a bit - until I found blogging and this wonderful tribe of women who are a few years older than me and doing so much more than I would ever have thought possible. They live such full and abundant lives, and I feel like it shows that there are infinite possibilities if we're open to taking a leap of faith. All the wisdom we've been gathering comes into play and we get to use it to become "more".<br /><br />I have high hopes for my full bloom years ahead and I think that's what's causing this unsettled feeling lately - I want to facilitate the blooming - and maybe I just need to sit back a little and let nature take it's course. I've often been guilty of rushing into something - now I'm trying to wait and see what lies in store.......Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-58202486160041227452020-08-21T14:28:39.372+08:002020-08-21T14:28:39.372+08:00Hi Denyse - I know what floundering feels like too...Hi Denyse - I know what floundering feels like too - I think it's something a lot of us need to go through at times before we find our feet (more F words!) and launch into the next stage of life. And I know exactly how your dad feels - I think most of us would like to go to sleep when we've had enough - and not be dragged through an extra couple of tiresome years at the very end of life.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-13782817950573222012020-08-21T14:27:08.311+08:002020-08-21T14:27:08.311+08:00Hi Jen - yes a lot of my blogging friends who are ...Hi Jen - yes a lot of my blogging friends who are in their 60's are living much more active and adventurous lives than I am - they've made turning 60 something to look forward to, rather than dreading it. I wish I'd found blogging when I was a lot younger - then turning 50 might not have been so daunting!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-39763610306691964382020-08-21T14:25:54.928+08:002020-08-21T14:25:54.928+08:00Hi Corinne - I'm still flourishing too, but fu...Hi Corinne - I'm still flourishing too, but full bloom isn't all that far in my future and I'm quite looking forward to it. I feel like the last 8 years or so have been such a wake up call to living my life well and with authenticity and vulnerability. I've made lots of mistakes along the way and hopefully I've learned from them all - and I get to take that into the next stage - who knows where that will lead? It's exciting to think about isn't it?Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-19381005626725957012020-08-21T14:24:15.351+08:002020-08-21T14:24:15.351+08:00Hi Deb - I'm with you on the brink of full blo...Hi Deb - I'm with you on the brink of full bloom - and I love the picture of it in my head. It's so rich and rewarding and I'm hoping I'll make the most of the years that lie ahead - I feel so sorry for those people who waste them due to a poor attitude or poor choices. And I'm glad you liked the idea of "fading" when we finally hit 90 - I thought it was a lovely picture of finally allowing ourselves to quietly sit and reflect and enjoy the fruit of our labour.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-42784433645390937672020-08-21T14:22:24.801+08:002020-08-21T14:22:24.801+08:00Hi Jennifer - I'm thinking my Mum might be the...Hi Jennifer - I'm thinking my Mum might be the same when she finally gets to 90. It's definitely changing and I've probably made assumptions that will be turned on their head as we all get closer to 90 and still feel and act like we're 50! Maybe our second childhoods will begin then and we can give that era a different title. I'll come back and edit the post when I get there :)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-50135232633630938952020-08-21T14:20:44.534+08:002020-08-21T14:20:44.534+08:00Hi Anne - I think you've done amazingly well a...Hi Anne - I think you've done amazingly well at re-creating yourself and the years ahead will just enhance your journey into wisewoman-dom xLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-16316499808300932182020-08-21T14:19:04.805+08:002020-08-21T14:19:04.805+08:00Hi Enda - I think over 60 used to be old and pensi...Hi Enda - I think over 60 used to be old and pensionable - now it's just the beginning of living life completely on our own terms - and I love that!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-79518529855956485932020-08-21T14:18:27.223+08:002020-08-21T14:18:27.223+08:00Hi Christina - my dad certainly reaped the consequ...Hi Christina - my dad certainly reaped the consequences of a life drowing in nicotine and alcohol - he died from early onset dementia in his mid 70's and it was such a waste. I hope that healthy living and a healthy embracing of all life brings with it, will mean that my future looks a lot brighter - I still have a lot to do and a lot further to grow before I'm ready to fade gently away.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-24539689364447057652020-08-21T14:15:43.097+08:002020-08-21T14:15:43.097+08:00Hi Helen - This #MLSTL group has been such a delig...Hi Helen - This #MLSTL group has been such a delight for Sue and myself. The "tribe" we've formed over the years will carry on long into the future. I intend following as many of you as possible so that I stay in touch. <br />And, you're right about llife being about experience rather than years - that's why I loved the idea of chunks of life in stages because it allows me to encompass so much and see myself progressing through and growing into myself more and more.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-67658787752246373472020-08-21T14:09:31.154+08:002020-08-21T14:09:31.154+08:00Hi Sue - I think it's like what Lydia was sayi...Hi Sue - I think it's like what Lydia was saying - where we each reflect our stage slightly differently. I see you in full bloom but with even more to come - like those flowers that deepen in colour and intensity as they reach their best stage. I think your blooming will definitely continue well on into old age. It's exciting to think we'll be blooming and growing and not sitting in an apron waiting to die like our great grandmothers were doing after 70.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-13824323006198241442020-08-21T14:07:09.782+08:002020-08-21T14:07:09.782+08:00Hi Michele - I've loved this "flourishing...Hi Michele - I've loved this "flourishing" stage too - it feels like I've finally come into my own "self" and I'm blooming after being tight in the bud for all the previous decades. I'm looking forward to full bloom - I think it's that next stage of letting go of the worry of what others think and just being completely true to ourselves - and that will be beautiful indeed.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-76948906468823772362020-08-21T14:05:30.456+08:002020-08-21T14:05:30.456+08:00Thanks for the lovely compliment Natalie - I can s...Thanks for the lovely compliment Natalie - I can see the aging process at work, but I think if we're enjoying every stage of life then it shows - and that happiness helps keep us young (and smiling!)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-73549986548048427452020-08-21T14:04:42.275+08:002020-08-21T14:04:42.275+08:00Hi Lydia - it's definitely a case of different...Hi Lydia - it's definitely a case of different strokes for different folks at times isn't it? I guess it comes down to our definition of "flourishing" and "full bloom" and how that plays out for each of us. I know I'm certainly impressed with your vitality and with your social life - I feel like an old woman in comparison! But on the other hand, I have friends who are doing absolutely nothing with this stage of life (other than complaining!) and I feel young in comparison - so it's an interesting conundrum - keep rocking it with the young ones and inspiring us xLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.com