The Beauty of ReInvention in the Boomer years
Good Sunday morning to you,
Well, it is 11:40 a.m. and I have just returned from a long walk along the Hudson River here in NYC. For those of you who don't know me, I "reinvented myself" 2 years and 4 months ago (but who's counting). I moved to NYC, the city of my dreams, where I've always wanted to live. It's been an interesting journey, to say the least. But, one that has made all the difference to my life.
Take this morning , for example. I awoke in my cute little apartment in NYC, got dressed, got on the subway to head downtown. I got off at Houston Street and walked West to the Westside Hwy, crossed it and then walked along the Hudson River, dividing NY and NJ. It's a gorgeous walk. I walked downtown, towards Battery Park, which is at the tip of Manhattan Island. When I got closer to my destination, I just had to stop. It took my breath away --- As I stood, facing west, along the railing, I looked ahead and saw the lovely skyline of Jersey just across the river. To my immediate far left, I caught a view of Staten Island... and there, just in front of it, a perfect view of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. The boats and ferries were crossing, the water was clear, the weather was sunny and the sky blue. It was an amazing moment.
Now, this is not the first time I've walked here or viewed this, and each time I marvel at how far I've come in my ReInvention.
(Lest you wonder, you'll be able to read all about my story in my book, due out late Fall, entitled "60, Sexy, Sassy and Free: Living Life on My Terms.)
Let's just say this. My first year was scary, my second a challenge and now, I'm reaping the rewards of my new life. I'm happier (even tho a little lonely at times). I have more work, I'm in the final phase of writing my book. I have so many amazing opportunities. I am getting very physically healthy -- having just recently lost 9 pounds (with at least 11 more to go) and I walk or work out nearly everyday. I feel fantastic.
Now, would that have happened where I lived before? Maybe.But NY forces you to be outdoors and to walk all over .. and up and down subway stairs, etc. It's pushed me to confront my limits and to be open to many new things.
Point: When we do something different and outside our comfort zone, with the goal of having life on our terms ... the results can be amazing IF you're willing to do whatever it takes.
As aging boomers, we can have the time of our lives. Our children are independent, we're mostly settled in our work/careers OR ready to retire and try new things. And, many of us are healthy enough to take on more.
I'm living my dream. I'm hoping you are at least considering living your dream... whatever it may be.
Have a fabulous weekend.
Ann
Well, it is 11:40 a.m. and I have just returned from a long walk along the Hudson River here in NYC. For those of you who don't know me, I "reinvented myself" 2 years and 4 months ago (but who's counting). I moved to NYC, the city of my dreams, where I've always wanted to live. It's been an interesting journey, to say the least. But, one that has made all the difference to my life.
Take this morning , for example. I awoke in my cute little apartment in NYC, got dressed, got on the subway to head downtown. I got off at Houston Street and walked West to the Westside Hwy, crossed it and then walked along the Hudson River, dividing NY and NJ. It's a gorgeous walk. I walked downtown, towards Battery Park, which is at the tip of Manhattan Island. When I got closer to my destination, I just had to stop. It took my breath away --- As I stood, facing west, along the railing, I looked ahead and saw the lovely skyline of Jersey just across the river. To my immediate far left, I caught a view of Staten Island... and there, just in front of it, a perfect view of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. The boats and ferries were crossing, the water was clear, the weather was sunny and the sky blue. It was an amazing moment.
Now, this is not the first time I've walked here or viewed this, and each time I marvel at how far I've come in my ReInvention.
(Lest you wonder, you'll be able to read all about my story in my book, due out late Fall, entitled "60, Sexy, Sassy and Free: Living Life on My Terms.)
Let's just say this. My first year was scary, my second a challenge and now, I'm reaping the rewards of my new life. I'm happier (even tho a little lonely at times). I have more work, I'm in the final phase of writing my book. I have so many amazing opportunities. I am getting very physically healthy -- having just recently lost 9 pounds (with at least 11 more to go) and I walk or work out nearly everyday. I feel fantastic.
Now, would that have happened where I lived before? Maybe.But NY forces you to be outdoors and to walk all over .. and up and down subway stairs, etc. It's pushed me to confront my limits and to be open to many new things.
Point: When we do something different and outside our comfort zone, with the goal of having life on our terms ... the results can be amazing IF you're willing to do whatever it takes.
As aging boomers, we can have the time of our lives. Our children are independent, we're mostly settled in our work/careers OR ready to retire and try new things. And, many of us are healthy enough to take on more.
I'm living my dream. I'm hoping you are at least considering living your dream... whatever it may be.
Have a fabulous weekend.
Ann
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