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[bluehiace]

Chronologically I am in my fifties however I still feel like child/ teenager Just like my young granddaughter I find it fun to splash in puddles play with toys. I am still learning and finding new things to do. My only concern is that I will not live long enough to do every thing I want to do others in my age group feel like this or should I keep hiding from the men in white coats

[akakakes]

I always feel that way...As we age we add more to our family, ie: in laws, grandchildren and as this family and friends unit grows , we never want to miss anything...It seems our years get shorter and our want of yrs grows longer. Reminds us to make every minute count HUGE, so we can look back w/ few regrets.. Kathy

[aroma58]

after suffering with a life threatening illness im like a child reborn now!! everyday is a new day and should be live to the full ! make the most of your time its relativley short .

[toot31]

: Yes Yes I still feel like a 20 year old. My body keeps changing, yet I feel I still look good . But then I question am I really seeing what is in the mirror or am I seeing what I want to see. I have better health now than I did in my twenties, yet I have more limitations. These limitations were not set by me, but by society. I believe our generation will change that with our new found youth.

[angelgrace]

I am so proud of you Aroma58. Like you said you won't let your illness get you down. I believe if we think positive instead of negative we can stay young and healthy. It isn't the years of maturity that counts, it is the ability to treat yourself well and to know each day will be more enjoyable. Stay positive. I love being positive and sharing that. I just don't stay around negative people and things.
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[mda229]

I feel very fortunate that my health is a good as when I was younger.Can't do as much but feel like i can.
If one has his or her good heath, it is worth more than one million dollars.

[Guest]

My health over the past few years had deteriorated significantly I suffered with acute arthritis in my knees and hands and was diagnosed with IBS last year although I had suffered for years previously.
By chance I came across a state registered nurse who had for many years studied alternative therapies and nutrition, she recommended I try a regime of these complementary therapies and supplements,I was very sceptical as I had previously tried various pills and potions from high street outlets and several mail order companies with no success but Peggy had tested all the available suppliers during many years of research so was very reassuring and showed me many testimonials from her hundreds of clients.
I was amazed as within weeks of taking the regime I noticed less cramping in my stomach and during the following months almost total relief of symptoms, my IBS was finally controllable and I'm able to eat the food I love without the intolerable discomfort.
My arthritis has taken a lot longer to show signs of improvement but Peggy did make me aware of that, but i definitely have less inflammation and therefore less pain in my joints.
So after my success I asked Peggy if we could help my Mother to give her a better quality of life, Mother was not open to an alternative to her doctors treatment but after several months of nagging she gave in and tried a tonic which tastes better than it sounds and again I was taken aback by the difference in Mothers general health, her doctor firstly reduced the strength of Mothers drugs then gradually took her off of them one by one. I don't think for one minute Mother will ever be 100% but if she doesn't improve any more we have done more than I could have dreamt of. Thank you Peggy

[Guest]

I also enjoy being like a teenager as I find that it helps eliminate stress and makes everyone laugh. Many of my friends think I should only do things according to my age I still dont know what type of things i shoudl be doing according to my age So, i continue to enjoy what I can when I can and thats all I have control over

[Guest]

I was widowed almost three years ago after a 34 year marriage. It took me over two years to get to the point that I wanted to meet new people, cultivate new friendships and find romance again. It's been a tough hill to climb. Living life to the fullest, enjoying my family and friends, having fun and finding a special someone to share good times with is my ambition. Has anyone else been dealing with dating after widowhood when dating seems so daunting compared to 40 years ago or so?

[WindsorGal]

I've just read a fantastic book I think everyone here would benefit greatly from..."Healthy at 100" by John Robbins. Its all about staying healthy & happy in mind, body & soul & being able to embrace all life has to offer & be at peace with our eventual end .... I found this to be a very inspirational book & just wanted to share it...

[Dave707]

This is a post from one of my blogs it's called Aging with Dignity - Old is just a state of mind.

The Blog is called 'The Demented Ramblings of an Elderly Gent'

Click Here to view the article

Best Regards,
David

[Firefly64]

I just discovered this and enjoyed it thoroughly. Lots of good ideas in it...thank you for sharing it, Dave

[Ellie149]

Bluehiace --

As we age, we are reminded of our mortality and suddenly realize that every minute counts and must be filled with meaning. I think that's normal and applies to everyone with some brain and a spirit.

As for worrying that we will run out of time to do all we want to do, well, this is not an office schedule with timelines and accountability. We must just keep going and doing, while ENJOYING every minute of it for as long as God has given us on this Earth. This is a journey we now must savour and revel in in a true decadent manner!

With warm wishes for lots of fulfillment,
Ellie

[Goldfynche]

I too felt like a teenager, right up until I was 60. Then sure enough. Little signs and alarm bells started sounding. Culminating in an 'out of the blue' TIA (mini stroke) on Christmas morning 2006.
You are as young as you feel, so by all means, act your age, whatever you feel it should be. BUT don't ignore any early warning signs you might get.

[harmony1960]

I have just arrived here and I am so heartened to see so much of the young at heart. I work in health and as a young at heart type spend a lot of my time trying to lift people up, raise their spirits, by getting them to move and regain movement and in mos,t get back to where they used to be as a younger person - all you young people who are on this website - you guys rock.
seems like a lot of good people here. hope you find what you are looking for.