Brava, Catherine ! Great story ! One must continue to go through the doors , past complacency, and stare down the challenges to hone their mettle -especially as they age. Invigorating , and regenerating!
I'm with you, Catherine. We can continue to explore and learn, whether riding the high seas, walking paths in a forest, being immersed in a wonderful novel, having a conversation with a new neighbour. Your openness to a different experience is an inspiration.
Great story, thanks Catherine! And so relatable -- I used to cook on a barge, a yacht, and I lived on a sailboat that was more like a floating toolshed. Improvisation was key.
65, it's when many new adventures begin. At 78, I'm thinking your thoughts about life shrinking, maybe. Just hiked across Costa Rica, so that one is in the bag for this year... Never let your thoughts limit you. Find growth in some form or another....
Oh, I didn’t start late. At age 3, I was returned home by a policeman because I had wandered off to find frogs in the moat my older brother had told me about. I just never stopped 🤣
Live new stories. Age does not define us. Letting ourselves be narrowed into some box because of a number isn't what life is about. Well done for taking the adventure.
Keep adventuring. It adds to life’s zest. As a lifetime adventure well into my 80s., I hope to not stop until it’s essential. Thank you for sharing your lovely essay.
Me too. We’re in our 80 s and 18 months ago moved to Portugal, fulfilling a lifelong dream of living in Europe. Now every day is an adventure of new people, language, laws, foods and culture.
Your 'get up and go' is motivating (say I who have been on my cell for two hours). Thanks for sharing this entertaining story... I will try to do something new and challenging today or tomorrow or...
Having been up at 3:00 doom scrolling this brilliant essay has kick started my day! Thankyou for this early morning tonic. Who needs Kevin Costner - we have you to swoop in!
Brava, Catherine ! Great story ! One must continue to go through the doors , past complacency, and stare down the challenges to hone their mettle -especially as they age. Invigorating , and regenerating!
I'm with you, Catherine. We can continue to explore and learn, whether riding the high seas, walking paths in a forest, being immersed in a wonderful novel, having a conversation with a new neighbour. Your openness to a different experience is an inspiration.
Great story, thanks Catherine! And so relatable -- I used to cook on a barge, a yacht, and I lived on a sailboat that was more like a floating toolshed. Improvisation was key.
Sounds like an interesting life!
Great illustration! Keep riding the crests!
65, it's when many new adventures begin. At 78, I'm thinking your thoughts about life shrinking, maybe. Just hiked across Costa Rica, so that one is in the bag for this year... Never let your thoughts limit you. Find growth in some form or another....
Yes!
Oh, I didn’t start late. At age 3, I was returned home by a policeman because I had wandered off to find frogs in the moat my older brother had told me about. I just never stopped 🤣
Twice I have sailed through days of Pacific hurricanes. My job was to provide health care to others. I have experienced the nausea of many.
Great gig and a fun story. It reminded me of “The Antarctic Book of Cooking and Cleaning” by Wendy Trusler and Carol Devin.
Live new stories. Age does not define us. Letting ourselves be narrowed into some box because of a number isn't what life is about. Well done for taking the adventure.
What a brave woman! Rich with the possibilities of life, no matter how old.
Yah, there were moments when I felt brave…
Keep adventuring. It adds to life’s zest. As a lifetime adventure well into my 80s., I hope to not stop until it’s essential. Thank you for sharing your lovely essay.
Me too. We’re in our 80 s and 18 months ago moved to Portugal, fulfilling a lifelong dream of living in Europe. Now every day is an adventure of new people, language, laws, foods and culture.
Wowzah, you're my hero!
Wow that’s a dream come true for me too! You are reminding me it’s not too late!
Wow you are inspiring! I too hope to have decades left with energy and inspiration!
WOW!
Your 'get up and go' is motivating (say I who have been on my cell for two hours). Thanks for sharing this entertaining story... I will try to do something new and challenging today or tomorrow or...
You are one brave and inspiring person—brava!!!
Having been up at 3:00 doom scrolling this brilliant essay has kick started my day! Thankyou for this early morning tonic. Who needs Kevin Costner - we have you to swoop in!