Spent a lovely weekend with five other women, celebrating one woman's upcoming nuptials. So different from when we were in our twenties and didn't have a clue as to what was really going on. There is an inner and outer strength which comes with aging--thank goodness--because physical capacity is diminishing at the same time. I wonder if anyone has this core inner strength when they are younger. I certainly didn't. It's hard to describe, but it encompasses a knowingness, a peacefulness, a calmer energy. All I can say is I'm enjoying this sixth decade much more than I thought possible.
How about you?
Blessings,
Karen
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So glad you're finding your peace, Karen. :) And thanks so much for the kind words you've left on my blog following my parents' deaths. xo
I was a mess when I was a teen and in my twenties. I feel I'm finally getting a handle on life now.
So awesome you feel that strength and peace. Yeah...I always think I am a late bloomer but maybe nobody feels it at a young age. Have a wonderful day!
I'm with you on that, Karen. Mentally and emotionally I'm in much better shape than I was when I was in my 20s. Sixties are that bad--I've been having a great time so far, but I wish I had more money so I could do even more. Keep having fun! And keep on growing as a person--we should never stop trying to be better.
Lee
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Sounds like such a happy and meaningful weekend!
Made a lot of mistakes in my twenties and even my thirties. Some I'm still paying for. I do find as I get older, though, I get more and more comfortable in my own skin. I hope that's a trend that continues. :)
Liz, kind words are all we can offer from a distance when one is going thru such a difficult time. Be well.
Diane, I was a mess for a lot longer than that!
Tracy Jo, yeah, late bloomer - that's me!
Arlee, I hope the financial thing gets better real soon. I know how stressful that must be.
Elizabeth, it was.
L.G. I'm still paying for some of mine as well. In my case, the trend does continue - I hope it will for you also.
Karen
Karen, there is so much to love about this short, substantive post.
It is good to read you are content, Karen. I am enjoying my 50's, and am much calmer than when in my 40's. Inner peace is certainly worth finding. Enjoy yours. x
I still don't have a clue what I'm doing but I'm at peace with that!
That's awesome! I'm definitely becoming more 'me' too as I get older :)
Agreed! Hear hear! I second that!
I wish I had more sense than I did in my twenties.
Hi Karen .. it's wonderful how we do learn and accept life is life as we get older - my life is about to restart and making the most of what I have left is the essential .. enjoying the time, compassion for others and just being happy with who I am .. so true - enjoy - sounds like things are coming round for you and I'm so pleased.
Cheers Hilary
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