I'm Old...and I'm just fine with that...

[melodygirl]

I just read this article and loved what this woman had to say, so I'm just sharing.

http://msnbc.msn.com/id/13989889/site/newsweek/

 

[Lean Lori]

That was a great article, thanks for posting.

Lori

 

[janiejoey]

That's me in just a few short years.

Janie,

"If you can't say anything nice about someone, then don't say anything at all."
-My mother, Mary Cooper-

 

[JAFitMama]

Mel-
Thank you for bringing this to ur attention. I enjoyed reading this woman's perspective.

Judy "Likes2bfit"


If you fail to plan, then you plan to fail.



http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b5ce27b3127cce94279e1404fa00000016108AatHLZo3buN

http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/view?p=999&gid=9978144&uid=4817615&members=1

 

[teddy16410]

Melody-
Thanks for sharing this! It is so true that until we as individuals regard aging as a natural, wonderful stage of life the world will not. I shouted HOORAY as I read the article.
I was at the dermatologist office and had a melonoma removed on my thigh... my Dr actually apologized for the 1/4" scar that would remain. I laughed at her and said. " I will be proud to wear yet 1 more battle scar of life! I have had a wonderful 43 years scars and all to prove it! I am looking forward to at least 43 more!"
Thanks again for sharing!!!

 

[beckymd]

I saw this in Newsweek last week and loved it. I am treasurer of the Geriatrics Interest Group at my medical school and I think I am going to post it on our group bulletin board.

-Becky

 

[sophiem]

Hi Traci:

I just caught your e-mail about the melanoma and wanted to say that I'm so impressed with your attitude. I've had 3 basal cells removed in the last year or so. Do you ever get sick of slopping on the sunblock, wearing hats, etc? I am vigilant about it, but it's a pain having to do that every time I go somehwere. I'm in Texas as well and it seems you can't even drive to the store without having the sun beating in or whatnot. Anyway, I wish you good luck and much success with your health.

 

[teddy16410]

Thanks for your kind words! I must admit that I have been in Houston for 15 years and prior to that a CA girl in all ways...sunning included. I am not nearly as vigilant about the hat/sunscreen as I know is right but definitely a lot more than ever! I wish you continued success with your health as well. Its all so scary but it also feels good to just take care of it.

 

[Miss Lee]

Melody, I LOVE this! Thanks for posting it.:* gush, mush, :* :*

 

[melodygirl]

>Melody, I LOVE this! Thanks for posting it.:* gush, mush, :*
>:*
>Michele



Oh yuck...spit, sputter...gross...stop that stuff.:+

 

[hopefull]

I truly thank you for sharing this! I was in need of some perspective today! I would love to meet this lady!

 

[melodygirl]

I'm glad several of you enjoyed this article.

And Janie, I'll meet you there in a couple of years.;-)

 

[SRP]

Melody -
I really enjoyed this and appreciate it very much. I've been having "old" thoughts lately, and it's helped to adjust my frame of mind a bit.