Comments on: Turning 60 — A Message from Me to You

By: Bonnie

Bonnie — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:32:38 +0000

Thanks, Anne! Glad you liked it. My mom said time goes faster as you get older & I’m thinking now that she was right. 55 1/4 — that can be a great age. Many of my readers and clients are in their 50s. So much of what I write here is not limited to a certain age. Hope you’ll come back.

By: Bonnie

Bonnie — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:29:53 +0000

Hi, Pat! Thanks for adding your comments here. Good to hear you’re doing what you enjoy in spite of some health problems. So far, it seems old is 10 to 20 years older than we are. I wonder if that will ever change..

By: Bonnie

Bonnie — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:27:01 +0000

Hi, Jackie! Thanks for stopping by and for sharing your experiences. Sounds like a fabulous decade for you. That’s always encouraging to hear. Yoga and mindfulness are both excellent practices for living well at any age. Good for you!

By: Anne Stormont (@writeanne)

Anne Stormont (@writeanne) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 21:45:46 +0000

Great post and excellent sentiments – not quite there yet -551/4 but it seems to be coming awfully fast.

By: Pat Cox

Pat Cox — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:45:15 +0000

Well said, I’m 63 and, OK I’ve got health probs, I’m a bit slower in movement but my brain is active. I’ve learned that I enjoy writing stories, I’ve always supported charities & now I’ve got more time to do it and I’ve developed an interest in politics. Old? Not me!

By: Jackie

Jackie — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:52:28 +0000

I long since passed 60 and will be 70 next year. But I have done more in the last 10 years than I would have expected and achieved more than before. For instance, I’ve been doing academic courses and loved learning; I’ve had great walking and skiing; have worked a lot on my business, teaching IT to older learners and got married (for 2nd time) to my partner of 25 years. Turning 60 didn’t bother me at all, and it had the advantage of being eligible for concessions galore! My health hasn’t been perfect, but nothing serious. I’ve taken up yoga and mindfulness, the latter being the perfect solution for many of life’s problems. Enjoy your age – regardless.

By: Bonnie

Bonnie — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 23:51:37 +0000

Hi, Donna! I love it — giving yourself a new doctor for your b’day present. Sounds like you’re doing many things to create a healthy, happy life for yourself. Hooray! Happy 60s to you, indeed. I took a quick peek at your art. It’s striking and lovely. All the best with your new career.

By: Donna

Donna — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 15:08:06 +0000

I was tripping around Twitter and ran across a link to this blog. I am turning 60 this year and decided that my present to myself is a trip to a new doctor. My doctor for the last 20 years retired a few years ago. I realized this month that it was time to find a new doctor. I called the office of a new group of doctors. When the “scheduler of appointments” asked who I wanted to see, I firmly answered, “The youngest one you’ve got! I don’t care if it’s a male or female, I just don’t want another one retiring on me.” I think this is the best birthday present I could have ever given myself. I’m back on track to hopefully living a longer life. Stress test scheduled for this week…we’ll see. I’m embarking on a new career pursuing an art career that started 40 years ago and ended abruptly 41 years ago with marriage and a family. It’s my time again and I’m living life to the fullest. Happy 60s!

By: Bonnie

Bonnie — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 20:35:27 +0000

You’re welcome, Ann! Nice to hear you’are getting younger in spirit and mind and more peaceful. Exercise does make a big difference in so many ways. As does having a purpose, as you do. Thks for stopping by & sharing your experiences.

By: Ann alka WorkingBoomer

Ann alka WorkingBoomer — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:25:37 +0000

Thank you for the post Bonnie. How I remember the age of 60. Now I am 62 and still getting younger ins spirit and mind. Actually it is rather peaceful for me. The body does not want to co operate as well but I am exercising more now and that really helps. There is still more to do as I try to carry out my purpose. As with any age there is sometimes stumbling blocks but with wisdom it is easier to deal with on a day to day basis.