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**Welcome Wagon:  Farmgirls over age 50  |
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
2474 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 21 2010 : 6:44:57 PM
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Hey y'all: I am 68 and on my way to becoming a national treasure (lol). Love life, quilting and all my farmgirl friends. Let's celebrate together... Bonnie
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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mndreamer
True Blue Farmgirl
191 Posts
Vicky
Popple Creek
MN
USA
191 Posts |
Posted - Nov 22 2010 : 08:49:10 AM
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Thanks Ann for starting this. I thought I was one of a few.
The years did fly by, and I also feel younger than my years. I have so many things left that I want to do, my list is long and craftroom is full of unfinished projects.
~Vicky~
Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God. ~~Ronald Reagan
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delicia
True Blue Farmgirl
917 Posts
delicia
cincinnati
ohio
USA
917 Posts |
Posted - Nov 22 2010 : 09:19:31 AM
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Ann2144
True Blue Farmgirl
106 Posts
USA
106 Posts |
Posted - Nov 22 2010 : 09:31:06 AM
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It has taken me all this time to figure out what I wanted to be when I grew up, I did figure there were others just like me! Thank you all for your sweet words! and YAY to the 50 and over group!!
Love Each Other
Ann Farmgirl #2144 |
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2010 : 1:14:54 PM
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When I saw the over 50 topic, I thought, well, maybe there will be a few that are in their 60's too. I see that there are, and even a great lady in her 70's. I turned 65 in May. I used to think that was waaaaayy old, but it isn't too bad. Have a bit of arthritis, some bum knees and don't remember names as I once did. I am a retired RN, worked mostly in surgery. As I used to tell my older Open Heart patients... we oldsters are like Studebakers...some of us need a valve job, need new tires, an engine work-up and new paint....but we still are CLASSICS.
 I'm the one on the left ;0)
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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weaverchic
True Blue Farmgirl
362 Posts
gerri
Largo
Florida
USA
362 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2010 : 3:00:34 PM
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Claudia what a beautiful picture! You look beautiful and assuming your mom too! Have a beautiful Thanksgiving!
gerri
Farmgirl Sister #1197
Happiness is in the comfortable companionship of friends.
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2010 : 3:53:48 PM
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Thanks Gerri. Yes it's me...turkey neck and all. My Mom is 92. She was taller than me once...lol! I called her Mighty Mouse. She is 4'10" now. Have a great Thanksgiving!!
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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violetrose
True Blue Farmgirl
960 Posts
Ruth
Epworth
GA
USA
960 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2010 : 4:22:48 PM
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Claudia, What a wonderful photo of you and your Mom! Both beautiful ladies - have a great Thanksgiving!
Hugs, Ruth
Farmgirl Sister # 1738
God loves each one of us as if there were only one of us!
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2010 : 5:57:04 PM
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Ruth, you really are a dear! Thank you and many blessings...Happy Thanksgiving!
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2010 : 07:27:44 AM
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Claudia you and your mom are just beautiul, wonderful pic. Thank you so much for sharing and loved what you said about being a classic! We all are for sure! Happy Thanksgiving everyone!! Hugs, Brenda
http:///www.scatteredlittleblessings.blogspot.com
Seek reasons to Love..In every sigment of everyday-look for something that brings forth within you a feeling of Love-Abraham Hicks |
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gmapat
Farmgirl at Heart
6 Posts
Pat
Johnston
Iowa
USA
6 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2010 : 07:40:44 AM
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I am 59. My grandson makes me look at the world in a way that I haven't seen since my kids were young. I am having fun. Happy Thanksgiving to all.
the supreme happiness in life is the conviction that we are loved |
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Caron
True Blue Farmgirl
535 Posts
Caron
Orange
Texas
USA
535 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2010 : 07:51:59 AM
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I'm 56. Most of the time I don't feel any different than I did at 26 or even 36. But then occasionally my body will remind me I'm not quite as limber or young as I think I am. LOL!
Caron
Happy Farmgirl Sister #254
"An Apron:Its strings gently tug at us, tenderly, softly calling us to turn back to the old ways".-Above Rubies Magazine |
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gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2010 : 09:55:40 AM
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57 here.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
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Annie S
True Blue Farmgirl
756 Posts
Annie
Custer
S.D.
USA
756 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2010 : 11:12:32 AM
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Turning 64 this Saturday (27th) and I'm lovin this time of my life. DH and I are actually busier now being retired than when we were working in Minnapolis. As with others, have the few little things that are not working as they use to, but I feel so much better about myself now than I did in my 20's or 30's. Gerri - went through the same thing as you did - finding out you CAN do things on your own - what a feeling. Was on my own for 15 years before I met DH. Just so thankful we are in pretty good shape for our ages (he'll be 65 in Jan.). Was at a store with my daughter's two kids and she thought I was their mom - good feeling for me. Age is just a number, it's all about attitude - if you feel old, you'll be old - if you feel young, you'll be young. Take care of yourself and you'll last longer and enjoy what life has to offer. But when I'm in a store on "senior discount" days I sometimes feel like saying no when they ask if I'm a senior so I can get the discount! A big MJF horray for all us "over 50" GIRLS who take life by the horns and run with it.
Annie |
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Annie S
True Blue Farmgirl
756 Posts
Annie
Custer
S.D.
USA
756 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2010 : 11:13:46 AM
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Forgot to say something: HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYBODY!
Fargirl Hugs to everyone,
Annie |
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weaverchic
True Blue Farmgirl
362 Posts
gerri
Largo
Florida
USA
362 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2010 : 11:20:24 AM
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Amen to that Annie! It really is a number and if you are blessed to look younger than that number HOOOORA! Life is grand! Maybe someday my "Prince Charming" will sweep me off my feet. lol
gerri
Farmgirl Sister #1197
Happiness is in the comfortable companionship of friends.
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sherrye
True Blue Farmgirl
3775 Posts
sherry
bend in the high desert
oregon
USA
3775 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2010 : 08:15:23 AM
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59 happy sassy and full of life. i left home at 15 yrs. i took care of other folks from birth just about.. mom died 6 yrs. ago. for the first time i live with just my fine loving hubby. i am having loads of fun. i do what i want when i want with whom i want. never before have i experienced this. its been a blast. happy days 59 and going strong sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farm girl #1014
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2010 : 08:46:36 AM
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Sherry isn't it something to finally be living, doing things you always wanted to do. Even if its just staying at home watching a movie and sitting with someone you love. I'll be 59 in Sept. and not quit there but sure am heading that direction. Annie I do hope you had a wonderful birthday. Happy Birthday Annie!! Hugs, Brenda
http:///www.scatteredlittleblessings.blogspot.com
Seek reasons to Love..In every sigment of everyday-look for something that brings forth within you a feeling of Love-Abraham Hicks |
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Bellepepper
True Blue Farmgirl
1207 Posts
Belle
Coffeyville
KS
USA
1207 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 06:39:21 AM
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I just turned 71 this month. Ole Ron, (hubby for 50 years) died on July 4. I traded our big motorhome for a little bitty one. Resting up this winter so I can garden and travel come spring. Yes, I know. You either garden OR travel. Watch me. Then I'll do my canning between trips. Friends will ask me if I would travel alone. Why not, I live alone. Being 71 dosen't have a whole lot to do with anything.
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Annie S
True Blue Farmgirl
756 Posts
Annie
Custer
S.D.
USA
756 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 11:47:15 AM
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Thanks so much Brenda for the B-Day wishes. I totally agree with Sherry - we can now do what WE want without others being judgemental. I know what you mean about taking care of your mother too. Did the same thing as well as hubby doing same with his mom. So now we both feel free to do as we please and have done it. Of course some of the kids (DH's kids) seem to think we shouldn't be spending "their" inheritance on ourselves and traveling, etc. but we do. Now it's our time to have fun while we're still "young enough" to enjoy life. Belle, you go girl!! Sounds like you're having a blast. Keep it up. And like they say, 50 is now the new 30, 60 is the new 40 and 70 is the new 50.
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
5602 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 11:55:02 AM
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For me, passing the 50 mark was a big relief...like I don't have to try to be some one or something that I'm not just to please someone else. I'm starting to blossom again and stop being so strict and unhappy with myself. If 50 is the new 30, I've got a lot of livin left to do =)
Annika
Farmgirl & sister #13
Palouse Prairie Girls Chapter
http://palouseprairiegirls.blogspot.com/
http://prairiegirlsjournal.blogspot.com/
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. ~Leonardo DaVinci
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buffypuff
True Blue Farmgirl
1183 Posts
Claudia
Deer Park
WA
USA
1183 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 1:39:15 PM
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Belle, I have to admire you for your gumption and plans to go ahead with gusto! Bravo! It must be difficult to lose Ron after 50 years. Too many people wither away when a mate passes away. I also think it is neat you have downsized to a smaller motorhome. I know there are many organizations that have groups where you travel together and meet up at various camps. What a good way to meet other people. I love the fact that you seem so full of life. Many blessings to you!
Buffypuff/ Claudia
Farmgirl & Sister #870
"Half of success is the assurance of support along the way." cr
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Donnaree
Farmgirl at Heart
3 Posts
Donna
Waynesville
GA
USA
3 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 5:43:17 PM
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howdy all, i'm the new 51 yr old kid on the block and this is my first post. i'm so excited to be here. i have a feeling i'm going to have waaay to much fun. looking forward to getting to know you.  |
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coffeemom
True Blue Farmgirl
160 Posts
Melody
Carlinville
IL
USA
160 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 5:50:45 PM
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Weeeeee..............
Ain't it great?! I'm 54 and my brain registers about 18, but my body registers about 80...(sometimes, ha)
Age is a number, and my number's not up yet!
This part of my life has been great so far. My kids are grown, my hubby has a job. I have a job, (which I love).
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missusprim
True Blue Farmgirl
400 Posts
Karen
Fostoria
Ohio
USA
400 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2010 : 6:09:28 PM
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I'm two years shy of being 50 so I guess I don't qualify, but I'm so glad to see there are lots of ladies here who are of the older generation! You go girls!
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**Welcome Wagon: Farmgirls over age 50 |
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Farmgirls over age 50
