I help Baby Boomers to reinvent - thrive - live well during their 3rd Act of Life | Writer | Publisher of The London Palette | Author of Non-Profit Booster
Achieving this in my 50s is one of my proudest achievements, to date. It shows we #Babyboomers are adaptable and can thrive in this #digitalage. #techsavvy
Now, as I’m approaching 61, I’m smiling at the woman I’m becoming in this season of my life. Every day brings new opportunities for growth and learning. #thisis60#GrowthMindset
The event opened my eyes to the wonders of tech. It was one of the markers to dive into my self-taught, community supported journey to becoming a #SoftwareEngineer. #nevertoolate
The path wasn’t easy. There were countless trials, errors and many moments of frustration, (even pulling my locs!). But I persevered and finally, I made it. #Perseverance
Happy Weekend - I’m sharing one of my #reinvention journeys, that led to me retraining as a #SoftwareEngineer, as a #Babyboomer. It started in June 2017, just before my 54th birthday 🎉
I felt that familiar 7 year itch. The world of technology was calling and I knew it was time for a change. In the first photo I’m queuing up for the #Amazon#AWS Summit, in London.
Walking Is Where It’s At!
I’m 60 and I‘ve maintained an exercise / movement routine for 55 years. From my first egg & spoon race to now, one exercise stands out - walking. It’s low impact, accessible and very beneficial. Let me share why you should make walking a daily habit.
Walking improves balance and coordination, reducing the risk of falls as we age. It’s a simple way to stay agile and independent for longer. Just put one foot in front of the other and keep moving!
He's Out You re In - Navigating The Retirement Age Gap
If you're a couple with an age difference of more than 5 years, you may need to make adjustments to your retirement plans. Here's 7 ideas to manage the retirement transition.
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This seaside park has a wooded border along part of the walking path.
I love to stop and peer into the magical world of nature and wildlife. It soothes and heals my soul, and nourishes my longing for connection with something bigger than myself.
#TreeTrunkTuesday#nature