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A discussion for people over 60: Let's focus on what we can do
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Hi Lori: enjoyed your article. Was surprised when you said you are only 68. I was never athletic so I do not miss that. Actually the only thing I miss is doing wet on wet watercolor. I am 94 1/2 ; and cannot move as fast with the brush to do that. My life was being a wife, raising 3 children, and working as a clerk/secretary for a bunch of engineers. I am not a natural artist-had to teach myself to draw at age 60 when I retired. I had CKD for many years before I knew it; doctors do not tell. I do miss being able to walk without a walker! What I would like to do is to start a painting, knowing that I will be able to finish it! And NO I do not want to go back to younger.
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Congrats being 941/2 is wonderful. You are strong and great example for us. I like painting with water colors too. Keep on painting event slower!!
Sending hugs to you!
Nattaya
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Oh oh, you’re suprised I’m only 68? Not sure how I should take that! 😂🤣 I was thinking that I was hanging in there pretty well for my age but then here you come along at 94 1/2 and sounds like you’re practically running circles around me! That’s fantastic! Even with a walker, getting out and walking is still one of the best exercises to keep our muscles toned and that blood circulating!
You sound like you’ve had a very active life. I’m sure you’ve had to set aside some favorite pastimes as well. They eventually become fond or whistful memories. I think it helps us miss our activies less dramatically when we’re not having to give them up abruptly, due to an illness or injury. When it’s a natural progression of not spending as much time with some of the more physical activities it’s easier to make that adjustment. It’s all about how we flex and roll with those changes. For some people it’s more difficult. I think I’ve always been fortunate that if one thing doesn’t work out, I just move on to something else. I’ve very seldom ever been bored. I bet you aren’t either!
Do your children/grand children live nearby where you get to have visits often? What do you do during the day that helps fill your days with joy?
I picked up watercolor when I was 62, so you and I weren’t that far apart when we developed our love for that beautiful art form. I’m not a professional by any means but I feel like I can draw recognizable art and really like that visceral form of expression. One thing that I use often, is a water-filled brush. There are several different brands and they come with varied sizes of brush tips. I wonder if you might find that easier for you with wet on wet watercolors. You don’t have to always be dipping your brush. Have you ever tried one of those? It might get you back to painting what you love!