Welcome to Suddenly, Gigi!
My blog is about a new ‘coming of age’ story. I woke up one day and I was SUDDENLY 60! What?!!?! How and When did that happen? It snuck up on me and I didn’t feel prepared for this next season of life. I’m sure some of you can relate, yes? So, this is the story of, and for, women approaching ( or in the throes of) age 60 and beyond. What does it mean and what does that look like for us, today? It’s a time for us to embrace, feel empowered and be emboldened by this new chapter of our lives. Though we may be facing the many challenges and changes that come with this age – we must not forget to take care of ourselves.
It certainly doesn’t look the same as it did even 20 years ago. Now, I know that some will say, “60 is the new 40”. I can agree with that, heck, I know when I was 40, I thought 60 was kind of ‘old’. People were getting ready to retire at that age, right? You were considered a ‘senior citizen’ and could get discounts everywhere! And, then it happened [Insert scary music, here]…Suddenly, I was 60!!! [screams]. Wait, what? Where have I been for the past 20 years and who stole my body? Am I ready for this? I recognized that so much has changed for me and will be changing even more in the next few years that I had better get ready.
This is what we will discover and conquer, together. All the ‘feels’ and changes we are experiencing as we start this new season of our lives and all of the ‘stuff’ we have to figure out. Whether we’re talking about the changes to our bodies or changes in our family dynamics (can you say, The Sandwich Generation?). Retirement plans and finances – is there enough money and at what age will you retire? Then there’s exercise, maintaining a healthy weight and skincare…HELP! Style – Have I changed my fashion, hair and makeup in the past 10-20 years, or do I need a tune-up? And, let’s not forget being ‘Single at 60’ – I’m personally finding this to be a challenge and I bet I’m not alone (well, I am alone since I am single, but…you know what I mean).
My life’s journey has taken me on some serious detours on bumpy roads in the last 17 years. But I have learned so much about life, myself and faith that made it all worth it. I know that these are experiences and lessons that I can share with others who may need them and that’s what it’s all about. Now, I am in a new season of life much unlike any other. I felt it was time to be more present, as well as plan for the future, and to do that with a new attitude, vulnerability and energy. It’s a new road and it’s gonna be a fun ride. I have plenty of room, so…Let’s go!