You’re video’s always give me a lot to think about. As we get older life does change but it’s still good and the wonder of what’s in our future. Where my next house will be? What house on what road. I hope it’s as nice as your beautiful brick house. It probably won’t be brink but I hope and pray that at least as I sit at my kitchen table I can see my backyard. I hope and pray it’s in a nice modest neighborhood where I have houses all around me so I can see people and a quiet side street without much traffic for many reasons. Like is very unpredictable and I never thought I would be going through my second divorce at age 70. I feel like I really didn’t know my husband of 19 years because of many things. There is a lot to my life. I feel like I can help other people at my age because of the things I’ve experienced. That’s one of the greatest things in life is to help others. ❤️🙏
Hello! I can relate so much ot what you wrote....and when you described your home of the future I swear, I said those same words. And they sounded like a prayer. A simple good life...nothing fancy...just a quiet neighborhood and a real kitchen table...and flowers in the backyard....it's funny...we are the same age and the smallest of pleasures feel like Heaven. Thank you for being here..I appreciate your wisdom and observations so much, Susan
Me, too! We still can dream, we are alive and life is precious and unpredictable! Spring is turning into summer, and it’s beautiful! I’m having a couple of days in which I have taken time to rest, for my back pain has just been a little rough; it cannot keep me isolated nor down! These videos are my friends in these moments! So, Honey, thank you for each one of them!!
I’m 71, just got divorced. Starting a new life. I moved across the country. New city. I auditioned for a new theater company…don’t know anyone…and got cast in the lead of the musical!! New beginnings can be exciting!
Wow! That is amazing!!!!!!! You go girl! I just turned 60 and moved to the Oregon Coast and am loving life. Retirement is exciting, but who knows, may want to start working again doing something I totally enjoy. Congratulations!
Linda Anderson,,,, You go girlfriend!!! You do you...Im proud of you. I had a Christmas parade go right in front of my house. And i didn't watch. My great granddaughter was in the one 10 miles away. Im so depressed... I dont know how to climb out. Yes i do talk to GOD several time a day. Im 71 to. I just lost a friend of 42 years. I feel bad because he lied in that bed for 3 days before he was found. A heart attack. That is sad. You get out there and do all those plays..Your moving!! Happy Holidays to you!!
I'm 72. I just lost my husband of 33 years last month. But because of you, I went and bought a brand new Christmas tree and decorated it - just for me. I don't yet feel like I have a future, but your video helped me realize that life is what you make it. Thank you for sharing your life.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m 69 and lost my husband this year. I decorated my new small apt but trying to feel festive is very hard . We were together 40 years. 💕
I am 57 and lost my husband of 10 years 2005. I was 39 with 3 toddlers and one of them is autistic. God is good. I am close to my boys who are men now.
To the 40yo who said they couldn't imagine...I cant imagine going thru life so insensitive & rude! My 84 yo mom, who is slim, has beautiful clothes, drives herself all over, just recently told me, "When you hit a certain age you almost become invisible." It broke my heart to hear her say that.
YOU crushed it this evening, Susan... I couldn't be more proud of the way you responded to Ms.40, and her total misperception. How sad for her not to realize the beauty and joy in everyday life and the survivor spirit we QUEENagers possess. I'm now 70 and still rocking life!!! Some days you don't even need a plan... you simply breathe and see what the day brings... My response to her is, we're Sassy, spunky, spiritual, sexy, strong survivors... so get over yourself, miss 40, and enjoy the ride... you'll be here sooner than you think... if you're lucky. Keep on being YOUniquely YOU Susan... I LOVE you to bits here in Texas!!!
I love your Queenager reference and I am going to use it with my teenaged grand daughters! I am also going to remind myself that I am a queen in life! I may not have the creamy complexion and toned body of my youth, but I have survived many things and come out victorious. At 73, I took all the training and went through all the clearances, references, etc to work at our YMCA’s new childcare center. I Needed to get out and be with people and my love of children is fulfilled in working with the infants and toddlers three days a week. As long as I draw breath, I want to bring love and hugs to these precious children. I feel a life well-lived is spent serving others and giving them love. But selfishly, I love to go to work and bring a smile and a hug to these little ones who are not in the comfort of their own homes every day.
I will be 81 in January and I look forward to each and every day. God has blessed me with so many friends, a wonderful Church family, three wonderful daughters and nine great grandchildren. I love my life and that God every day for being so blessed during my lifetime.
That makes me happy for you. My Dad is 80 and is so lost without my Mother. She passed unexpectedly from a routine knee surgery and no matter what I do he’ll never be the same. Isolating himself even though I’m here. So heartbreaking. Please pray for him. His name is John. ❤️❤️❤️
I have the same story as you, but at 73 my friend. I am so blessed every day for my family for my church family for my son and my three daughters and my 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. The gift of salvation is just that a gift but you have to want it to receive it. God is good all the time and all the time God is good. Have a blessed weekend my friend.
Well I watched your previous video for the first time, and have decided my future will indeed include you………and your videos. Love and sincere best wishes from my husband and I to you from all the way from Australia. Please continue to be your lovely self. Don’t take any rudeness from others as there is plenty of love coming your way sister……..from not only me but I am sure from all your loyal viewers. Love Fiona and John 🦘😊🙏
Stumbled across this video tonight. It’s Christmas Day and my only child didn’t call. I’m feeling forgotten. I’m so lonely. Divorced 11 years ago. You were spot on with your video in a moment that God knew I needed your words. Thank you. I’m not dead yet. And Gods not finished with me. 💕
If you haven't, try giving her a call. Children like getting calls from parents too. I start to feel something when I'm the one that's always reaching out. Not bad per se, just more of a disconnection. 💕
Call them once a week - if they don't answer leave a message but certainly call them on a holiday- they are texting "my parent didn't call me ON Christmas"- hope you call - if not call today
wow i just found this/my name is florence/been through that/kids dont want to talk then they do/divorced/2nd hubby passed away/but you did the right thing/susan is great for my mind and soul/bless her//
Thank you for your comments! I am glad you spoke up! At 71, widowed, and living alone I do have a future! I put my time in pursuing an education and a career while married. I'm thankful for a good husband and miss him but...I'm still here, he's not. Sure, my house gets quiet and dark but I turn on lights, watch a movie, eat popcorn and go to bed when I feel like it. My garden grows, my friends come over, I paint and create craft projects. Bored? Never. Gotta go now...packing for a weekend in Palm Springs! Oh, and Desi is such a good sport!
For me the one word that always snaps me out of a down mood is Gratitude. I am grateful for the people I love for my home For my health, my friends ,for my little dogs. And even for the bad times, they made me who I am today. But Most of all I am grateful for my Faith.
I love this. I always tell my grown children that you can't be grateful and sad at the same time. Whenever I'm low, I think about five things that I'm grateful for.
Susan I can’t stop laughing at Desi’s new hat. He almost is saying “mom, I do this for you because I love you”. As for the 40 year olds comment, she has no idea what we look forward to & how exciting it is to have livedc& experienced so much of life. Best thing is we aren’t finished with our story 🙌🏼❤️🌺🤗
Boy, that 40 year old sounds like she’s a barrel of fun! She has no idea, life is good. You can still have dreams, love, curiosity, desires and so much more whether you’re 50,60,70+. I kinda feel sorry for her, but who am I kidding😊
20:18 20:18 I am 68 yrs. old and had so many changes in my life. At times I felt depressed, and other times I was having a good day. I have gained so much wisdom over the years over bad or good choices I made. Everyone has their own destiny in life and their own path to follow in choices they have made. Susan, i have seen some of your videos and think you are a beautiful and passionate person. God has a plan for all of us.
I am 69 1/2 this month. What a life of ups and downs have I had! I have extreme anxiety that gets worse as I get older. I know I have to make some life changes, but I am stuck. I just want to say that I look forward to your videos every week. My daughter had her first baby almost two months ago. I was there at the hospital with her as she was in labor and when she gave birth. She was resting and I put on your videos to listen to while she was in labor. She said your voice helped to relax. That is what I had found to be the same for me, that your voice is soothing. So, thank you to you and Desi for helping to make my daughter's 24-hour labor and the birth of my beautiful, perfect granddaughter more bearable for my daughter and for me also. Sending much love to you and Desi ❤
Oh dear Charlene....thank you so much for telling me this beautiful story about your daughter in labor...I am crying but it is such a good kind of cry. What an honor to think I helped welcome a little one into this world! You made my night and I want to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas...much love always! Susan & Desi The Mad Hatter!
I just turned 69 November 25th. What gives me great joy is that I have a daughter with down syndrome who is 30. She teaches me to see the world through a child's eye. I'm happy for you and your new granddaughter. I'm grateful for these beautiful messages on this channel that promote love and looking for the beautiful things around us.
Charlene, I started to experience anxiety as I hit late 50's and really for no apparent reason. I finally read several compelling articles about vitamin D3 in particular and I started taking 1000 mg a day, sometimes 2x (once am and once pm). I have to say, that after a few weeks of taking it every single day, I really noticed a Significant reduction in my anxiety. Try it! After you confirm with your Dr. that it's ok :) Also, turn off the news!! Don't check your phone or watch Tv for 'current events' because it is inviting in every single bad thing happening in the world which we cannot control and watching it, and feeling upset, helps no one. It just creates a sense of sadness, fear, helplessness, and anxiety. Love those around you, that's all you can do to make a positive difference. You can always give to a charity of your choice, and pray. I will say prayers for you that you can experience relief from your anxiety and experience the joy of being alive and being a grandmom.
Oh Susan, one thing I have learned is that when younger women go out their way to be rude means that they are jealous of you. You are beautiful. You look 40, your skin is flawless.. And your clothes and style is jazzy. Oh my for someone to think that you only have your past, if only they knew what an inspiration you are to women of all ages in their 40s and younger because You are Living In the Present for the future, you have no fear and that’s what makes you amazing 🙏🏼
I lost my husband to covid in 2021. I'm 59. It changed my future profoundly. It's harder than heck to look to a future without him. I'll reunite in Heaven, but in the meantime I have to live. Our son lives with me, so grateful for that..🙏
I'm so sorry for your loss. . . your words evoke empathy from all of us who have lost a loved one. . . I'm so glad your son lives with you. . . chin up, the best you can. . . one day at a time? I think some days can be long ones. Susan and our community are here for you. Big hug for NorthEast USA🤗
Sending love to you dear lady. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in the right place. We are all here together. So glad your son is with you. I had a bad week but coming here is such a joy. A lovely lifeline of others who understand. Every week I smile and I get stronger and more confident.
We have to learn to live gently and remember. But, not to hinder our happiness and future. It took me years but I am living and grateful for many things, Merry Christmas.
Thank you for your video today. I woke up this morning feeling down after a bad dream about my family and you hit the nail on the head. I am disconnected from my family and grandchildren. I was forced to move out of state for my job for 10 years and was able to come and visit them once a year when I took my vacation. I was finally able to move back home last year and thought we would be able to spend time together. My grandkids could come over and we'd have outings and do stuff. I soon discovered they didn't have time for me. I'm never included in any family outings I found out about things they did on their Facebook pages after the fact. I realized they are still treating me as if I still live out of state. I've asked several times to be included but I receive the same excuse, they forgot. The only time I'm remembered is on their birthdays. I've come to the conclusion I need to start living for myself because I am alone and I need to start creating a different circle and live my life for me.
Yes I love what you wrote. I came across this video last night and I went back to it today. It's so up lifting. I've been married for 44 years and will be moving on through the rest of my life alone. But to be honest my marriage was a lonely one for the last 15 years. I've always watched my grandchildren and never had an income of my own. So it will all be totally new for me. But so ready. Love this woman, the encouragement she gives out to others starting over later in life. 😊
Same here… literally ignored… after all these years!! Don’t know how to start over all alone now, at this age! Not what I planned or thought this was what my life would be ! I’m with you on that point!
@@Linzi1947 yes I never thought this would be my life. I wanted the married life and I guess I had it for as long as it lasted. Grandkids get older and have a life of their own when you gave your life up for them by taking care of them for their parents while they worked. You don't know what they are doing unless Facebook. It's just not what I expected to be. But I hear it so often. My biggest regret in my marriage is I never worked like I should out in the public and helped with income. Now I'm trying to save to make a move 1,900 miles away. Remember me in your prayers. Moving on down the Road. 🎈
To all grandmas I can only say: Just be the one that regularly reaches out for your kids and grandkids - even if at the moment they do not, yet. Invite them or ask when you can come over. Even if they don't initiate the contact at first or for a while. Pray for them, send them good, joyful thoughts, do something for them and just be there. You have gained a tressure of experience, wisdom and skills that the younger generation can profit from. Ask God for guidance and for what to do and what not. Believe that your relatioship will be healed. Accept them as they are.
On Christmas morning of 2008, my husband had a stroke at age 47. So at age 47, I became a caregiver for my husband who has cognitive challenges and cannot talk. My advice to young people is to plan for the future. Plan for unforeseen circumstances. Plan for the tough times. I’m so blessed to be married to my high school sweetheart and the love of my life. Yes, many of our dreams went down the drain - BUT we are living NEW dreams and we are grateful for everything that we have and for everything we are able to do. Looking to the future is having hopes and dreams, and we should never stop dreaming and hoping. Yes, of course I have bad days, too. Exercise is very important for me (for sanity, not vanity 😊) as well as prayer, gratitude, and getting good rest. Wishing everyone joy and peace this holiday season ❤️
YOUR VIEW ON THIS UNIVERSAL SUBJECT IS SO RIGHT ON. I AM 82, BEING ALONE FOR THE LAST 36 YEARS. YOU HAVE TO BE YOUR OWN BEST FRIEND, TREAT YOURSELF AND RECOGNIZE THAT TOMORROW IS ANOTHER DAY. WHATEVER IS BRINGING YOU SADNESS IS TEMPORARY, MAKE THE CHOICE TO MOVE ON FROM IT. FIND SOMETHING TO LAUGH ABOUT, BRING A SMILE OR A PLEASANT MEMORY. I COLLECT MEMORIES THAT MAKE ME HAPPY TO FILL A NEW DAY, LOOKING FOR A NEW HAPPY MEMORY. LIVE ON!!!
Hi Willa. I'm also 82 and a widow these last 3 years. You said a key word in your comments, "temporary" ! I've said that so many times these last few years to my children and grandchildren and to anyone else that will.listen...it's ALL temporary!! Every trouble, hardship, illness, or heartache was a season and we made it through. Even our child bearing, raising, and releasing, our marriages, ...everything, IS temporary. Some more than others of course, and then we go through some other temporary phase...but, there is one constant in our entire lifetime, and that's our love. Loving and knowing, ( because we're old) that everything's gonna be alright in the end. It always is, and always will be. And we'll love until we pass to the other side, and then, oh boy, we'll really know love that's forever!! Love you and Desi so much Susan. You really brighten up my Sat evenings. Hugs to you both. ❤😊😊
I’m 69 and will turn 70 next September. The best years of my life are ahead of me. We ladies who follow you and enjoy everything you share with us are so so thankful for beautiful you. We are kindred spirits indeed ❤️😘
Why would you buy a new home, move yourself and Desi closer to your Family, choosing a community that you can thrive in…. If You didn’t have a sense of Continuing Onward & Upward. This platform is for honest conversations sharing our challenges as we continue down the road…❤ Joni Mitchell’s’ “ Clouds”….I really don’t know Love…at all.
I’m 39 years old and your videos extremely helpful,entertaining and relaxing.I like getting older and wiser. Seeing women like you enjoying life, having peace and inspiring your viewers shows so many of us there’s so much more to look forward to! Thank you for sharing your journey with us ❤🙏❤️
😊Thank you for posting; I love your post. You sound like a 39-year-old with wisdom. I believe your wisdom will serve you well in navigating the joys & challenges of growing older. I hope you will share your wise outlook (on aging) with other 39 y.o. & 40-year-old people you know!!🙂 And hopefully the 40-year-old commenter (who Susan discussed here) has an attitude (on aging) that's in the minority among people her age.
“ Call the police”. I laughed out loud. Love Desi’s crown. My college roommate died at 35 leaving behind 4 children that her husband raised on his own. We are all just walking each other home and have no idea when we will arrive. Enjoy every day. I look forward to your visits on Saturday night.
Hi Susan and ALL our friends here:) After a busy day of still working on getting Christmas all together it feels so good to sit back and know that Susan will have a video up and I can just relax and enjoy her chat:). I just turned 72 this past November and I still can’t believe I’m 72!! The years just keep flying by and my future is just getting through each day. It is reassuring that I’m not the only one having anxiety when I’m driving or finding things just aren’t as easy to do as they used to be. I thought it was just me. I keep busy every day just trying to squeeze in all the things we used to take for granted. I get started on one project and that leads into something else that needs doing~ it’s always something but I’m grateful that though it may take longer I can do it:) My tree is up and lights are on it-still have to add the ornaments. I lemon oiled all my living and dining furniture and that took me 3 days! Much longer than when I was young. It feels good to see the wood just gleam-:). Tonight I will place what treasures I have left in my hutches and watch my candles glow. I can honestly say I would not have done this without ur encouragement, Susan. It feels so good😊🤗❤️💚🎄 Im so happy to hear you have found love again. It’s so exciting! I wish you all the best in whatever you do. Love that you have grandchildren-I never knew my grandmothers-they had passed b4 I was born-same with my father’s father. I did have vague memories of my mother’s father. My youngest son and I are very close and I cherish that. Hope everyone can find some joy this holiday season❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚🎄
My mother-in-law who is 97 and I (63) watched your video this morning. She has a new IPad and I’m setting her up with UA-cam and your channel. We both can relate to this with continuing to move forward and embrace life each day 🙏❤️
Susan, just three words-- multiplied--dedicated to you, me and all the other mature, fierce women here: YOU ARE AMAZING. YOU ARE LOVED. YOU SPEAK TRUTH. I AM GRATEFUL. I AM BLESSED. I AM RELEVANT. Sisters. ❤🌻🔥
After my husband died and I was lost and depressed, I suddenly decided that he would be happy if I lived the rest of my life in such a manner that would make him proud. This is what I try to do, and it brings me peace knowing he approves!
@@user-bz3ul4pb8m I’m 64 and my hubby passed when I was 57. The years have flown. He could walk in the door right now and it would only seem like an extended trip. But I want to enjoy each day and my 4 yr old granddaughter has added so much to my days. Take care
Wow I needed to read this I lost my hubby in July 21 he was only 46 😢 I am 17 years older than he was today would have been our 14 th wedding anniversary ♥️ he was so brave and tried to fight his cancer but couldn’t beat it 😢 I have been so lost so sad but what you wrote has really made me think !!!! So I thank you so very much 🙏🙏🙏
My mom worked too & that was in the 40’s. I considered myself the original latch key kid. Been thru a lot in my life and I’m still standing! Oh yes, life is different now. I’m almost 90. You ladies in your 60’s & 70’s, enjoy your life. You’re not old!
My mom always told me "this too shall pass." Now that I'm 60 (!), I tell myself and my friends that things may be bad or not going your way, but this "hiccup" is temporary and it sure beats the heck out of not being here at all. Desi looks so adorable. What a precious guy.
Your mother's picture popping up unexpectedly was her letting you know that she absolutely sees you being happy and she is happy because of it. You should be very proud of where you are in life. You planned to buy a house and you did it. You planned to grow your relationships, and you are doing it. You have been a true blessing for Desi... look how far he has come. AND I have been watching your channel for a while and never once did I think you were living in the past. You are sharing a journey and people that leave thoughtless comments just don't get it. Maybe they will someday...we can only hope. You bring joy to many people. Life is short, take a chance with your love interest... what's the worst that can happen??? You have been through a lot and come through it all!!
As a widow, my life has never been the same. I am now 65 and I don’t plan anymore. I think about a few days ahead that’s it. Hard to find someone and I still want romance one day. Not looking for marriage but would love to find someone as a partner who lives in their own place. All I see when I go out are couples. Loneliness is the hardest
This could be me talking. I just turned 65 in November. My husband of 45 years passed earlier in the year and wow am I lonely. I have a daughter and her family living 20 minutes away but they are so busy. My son’s family over 6 hours away. I just don’t know where to start. Plans! I never know what I want to do. First Christmas is hard.
So many of us want what you want. We would be happy to have a partner that has their own life and we have our own life. To go out to do things, like thrift store shopping, or a hike through the park would be great. If romance is on the agenda and you agree that it is what it is , but not binding, fine. I don’t want to make a life that includes responsibility to , or for , another adult. Companionship, laughter, shared interests, yet separate lives. Great!
Merry Christmas Susan and Desi, You asked to share and I have to say the Lord rescued me in my forties. Because of my relationship with him I have anJoy❤that nothing in this world can 😮take. I have eternal life with Jesus! I pray that for everyone. I’ll be 80 next September and enjoying the journey.
I’m 62 and I find myself more and more anxious and depressed during the holidays. My mom passed away in 1996 when she was 53. She loved the holidays and I’ve never been able to enjoy them like I used to before she passed. I can’t believe I’m older than my mother and that is another thing that I’m finding difficult to accept and embrace. This journey of aging and not recognizing the face in my mirror. Tell him you love him!!
I look in the mirror and wonder" who is that?" OH IT"S ME!!!! I am going to stop dusting my mirrors!!! LOL....I know just how you feel though about your sweet Mom...gone way too soon..and anxiety for me seem to depend so much on if I am dehydrated!...So I drink a lot of water in the morning and it helps!!...much love to you and Merry Christmas, Susan & Desi
From a 45 year old woman terrified of growing old and losing myself , thank you. Is it silly that I cried all through this but thoroughly enjoyed it and found comfort in your words and experiences. When times are hard , it’s people like u who help me 😌
Susan, I'm 68+. . . 2020-2022 were so challenging re: my health. . . someone below wrote it (which I believe you addressed in an earlier video) "we're all just walking each other home." You were SO articulate, describing how most of us actually FEEL and this is the first "today" each day at our age(s)! Some of our days are amAzing, some not-so-much and some mornings we'd prefer to stay snuggled in our beds! And the spectrum of all those days rock-N-roll us forward. . . Our attitudes can shift the rhythm of our day if we allow it, I believe! And if Victor Frankl can survive a concentration camp by adjusting his mindset/attitude, we can keep our own minds from being imprisoned as well! Those are my thoughts and each of us here has their own words of wisdom to share! As for DEAR DESI, 🤣that silly hat was hilarious and he's such a sport to entertain us! I started laughing at our King of the Snow! Honestly Susan, you are One Sassy Hoot of a Lady! YOU make me proud to be in such good company! This is my Saturday night date and I'm privileged to be here! Thank you for sharing so much of yourself/your life/your home, Hal and your history, which has been challenging, and has made you the special woman you are today! Can't wait til next week! 💝
Hi Susan! This was definitely a Special Evening with YOU! I am happy to hear Hal is feeling much better and look forward to seeing you two on camera again come January. I shall never understand why any woman would be mean and verbally rude to another woman. We need to be here for each other. I so LOVE watching your weekly videos. You are Beautiful inside and outside ❤ That crown on Dezi’s head nearly made me lose it with such laughter. He’s like…. I will do anything for my Mommy ❤ Precious!
Hi Susan I love your videos. I have two doggies that bring us so much joy as Desi does you. I’m 81 and still looking forward thru the good and not so good days. Life is precious I plan to enjoy as much as I can.❤❤❤
I don’t have bad days normally but I do have a few during this time of year especially since I have gotten older. Missing the strongest women in my family that have departed too soon, my Mom and Grandmother. But I do get a smile when I see your videos weekly and a big kick out of Desi. Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Age is wisdom and calm. The 40 year old has a lot to learn. I’m 68 and have pulled myself through 2 divorces one which nearly killed me mentally. Therapy has been my go to as I continue to absorb and self educate. My calm is hiking with my dogs❤️ watching an awesome movie “It’s Complicated” and have a cocktail. Taking the time to look at my home that I bought and made my own and am so proud of. Each day I strive to be a better person! Looking at the positives is a learned ability that will make your life happier…😘
I really love this video. I recently found myself in a rehab center connected to a nursing home. I went to my doctor's, was sent to the ER, and next thing you know I'm in the surgical suite. The woman's quick response that she deleted infuriated me! We have a future that is full of love hope and gratitude even in the darkest and unpredictable times. Things shift. Changes happen. It amazed me how there was something special revealed in every day. I'm home now. Grateful I'm here. Whew, that was a close call. I've got something more to do here! You and Desi are precious. I hope you have a blessed Christmas in your new home.
I am 77 and the best part of being this age; and above ground, is the ability to stay in the present. Living in the Presence. Then I can celebrate and find joy in the most simple activities. I treasure that and boy have I earned this ability.
When I have a bad day, I read the word of God, listen to praise music or jazz, gowalking, call friends. I try to not stay there and feel sorry for myself. Love your channel and can most definitely identify with you. Love seeing Desi. The little hat on him made me smile. Keep encouraging us. I am 67 and love my life. It is a blessing to be older
Kenneth- you are so right!! I agree 💯!! God is what keeps me going when I feel overwhelmed!! I’m able to endure hard times because of His great love and mercy!! Many blessings to you and your family!!🙏🙏🙏😍😍😍
I will be 69 years old in January, and I am truly alone. It is difficult coping being in this situation, along with health problems. I try to plan my days to have even a tiny thing to look forward to. I know I am here by the grace of God. I am hoping the New Year will bring about positive things for me. You and your sweet little Desi bring a tear to my eyes, and a smile at the same time. Thank you Susan for being so in tune with what women go through. God's blessings to you and sweet little Desi. ❤🙏
@@Acceptancetoday Hi Heather, How are you today? It was so nice of you to reply to my comment. Thank you. There are so many women in our situation. I know God is with me all the time. I hope God is a part of your life too. He is the one constant being I can depend on. I wish you God's blessings, and a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 🙏❤️
I’m 64 and so thankful for everyday! When I get down I try to remember all the things like having the ability to walk with these chubby and strong legs. There are people that would give anything to have legs to walk with etc. life is a grand adventure and I surround myself with positive people. The older I get the more I love a quiet life filled with my family and friends, Thank, you for sharing your beautiful life with us.💕
Great video. When I'm having a bad day I put on my Christian contemporary music and turn it up loud. Music is always my answer and puts me in a different mindset. Desi is just the sweetest. Have a wonderful week Susan!
Susan, I am so glad you addressed the comment the 40yo made who is having the time of her life. That person cannot possibly know what it's like to be in your late 60's and comprehend how life can change so easily and shape you differently as a person, even by the time you get to your 50s. Although I am not quite 60, I certainly can recall how different I was at age 40. As you mentioned, not all people get to live into their 60's, 70's or 80's and if you do, you live life through a different lense, usually more simply because you value things differently. My mother didn't live past 51yrs, way too young. Particularly as I now have had more birthdays than she ever did, I only hope I get to enjoy another 30 years of life. What a beautiful blessing that we can watch a cheerful positive person share her wisdom of life...that is you Susan. Seriously, why would a viewer expect a person to film on a downer day. Lets face it, if you are on a downer, you're not going to want to film yourself or even do anything to upload that video. You're also not going to attract an audience that seeks comfort in your words. It's sad that younger folk can look so critically on ageing people. I think you do a wonderful job of bringing hope, joy, wisdom to people's lives in your special way. And well done for addressing the comment, even if it was deleted.
I so agree with your well written comment about this. And then I remembered how I felt a few years ago during one of the lockdowns. I was miserable, grumpy and in a whole different head space. I had made some comments that were not so nice on some social media sites and to friends as well. What I realize is that I was not in a good place then I was taking it out on others. My point is perhaps this Ms 40 was/is in a bad place as she wrote her comment and then posted it. And then she realized that perhaps she was too harsh and removed it. I'm in my mid sixties and my future is whatever it will be, as everyone else's is and will be. Right? Onward we good as best we can. 🙂
My mom passed 2 yrs ago next month. Dementia. She was 92. I spend my holidays alone now that she's gone. Hearing you speak on your mom, how you wish she could see, be apart of your relationship with the grandbabes touched me to tears. She is there, seeing it, just on the other side of the vale. Talk to her, acknowledge her, she will answer in a hushed way. My mom sends me butterflies when I am feeling lonely, low, my hope thin. I will be outside doing something and one will appear. They are with us. It's tough, I know. But, you always give me boost, a brighter hope for tomorrow. Merry Christmas Susan from your pen pal Lisa ❤️
Susan, I love your content every time. I connect with some part of it. I don’t comment often, but felt the need to do so. I am 59 and have my up and down days. I divorced 23 years ago and went through stage 4 breast cancer at same time. It was a long fight but totally worth it. It’s been 23 years I have 2 sons and three grandchildren, 2 dogs one cat . I foster dogs that also need love. I am grateful everyday I wake up , yes loneliness come and goes but I have to remember life is a gift that doesn’t come to easy to everyone. I have never remarried and have those moments that maybe life would be fuller with someone.
Every time I read or hear of someone who has fought and beaten cancer, it gives me hope. Thank you! What a full life you've created for yourself! I too love Susan's content! Such a lovely person who enriches our weeks!
Susan, Our health makes all the difference. All I’ve been able to do the last 4 years is to take things day by day. My health has declined due to persistent AFib, which took sometime to diagnose. I had a surgical procedure that went sideways and after nearly 2 months in the hospital-with a sunny outlook-I’m gradually getting better. Everyone that sees me is shocked how good I look. I may appear positive, strong and brave, but I have difficult days. Yes, some days are a struggle. Remaining grateful is the key. Thank you for your weekly sharing. I always look forward to it. 💕💕💕
Susan, I enjoy your gentle reflections on life. I am 61 and my 40s, in particular, were a very turbulent time, with tragedy striking my family. I was also a single parent. What that taught me was to be thankful for the peaceful, quiet, times in life, when nothing momentous is happening. Of course I enjoy the exciting moments that occur from time to time, but some of the best times are just the enjoyment of small pleasures. I never feel lonely, because having experienced an abusive marriage, the absence of drama is balm to the soul. Now I can do what I want, decorate my home how I wish and be totally myself. I regularly see one of my sons, as he lives nearby, but the other lives in NYC and I am in the U.K. I am so happy for him and his girlfriend- they are living their ‘best life’. Being 60+ feels good. I live frugally, as I learned to budget after years of living as a single parent. The money I save goes on little treats like aesthetic treatments. Consequently, I know I look young for my age and that helps my confidence. I try to plan things to look forward to and I have lots of hobbies (like you, I love thrifting and up-cycling things for my home). Later years are a gift and can be the most rewarding time of our lives. ❤️
Thank you 🙏 for these videos that you put your heart into, Susan. I’ve admired you for a while now. I’ve been divorced since 2019, and moved in with my mom. We loved thrifting together like you. I just lost mom November 3rd this year to cancer. I needed to hear the words you just said about ‘fighting for my happiness, and mom would be cheering me on’ and I knew she, God whatever was speaking through you to me. I really needed to hear this. So, thank you. I know I’m mourning, but, I feel she wants me to shine at 61 years old, not let myself stay in the pain for too long. I just had to share how in awe I was listening to your beautiful message. ❤ I love you and Desi (& Hal)
Excellent video! Us women over 60 yrs old have alot to look forward to....also I am glad you brought up the discussion of feeling disconnected when you look at the TV. I sometimes feel the same. Where are those realistic men and women over 60 still moving forward in their lives represented in those commercials? Great topic
I am looking forward to the arrival of my first great grandchild next July! I am 76 and I am excited for each day that I am gifted! My bad days are days that make me even more grateful for the good ones that come. Susan… you are precious. Your optimism and gratitude give me the nudge.. that inspires me to keep going when some days are filled with being overwhelmed, tearful, or engaged in a self pity party where I am the only one attending. Sometimes I wish this world wasn’t changing so fast, that people weren’t becoming so callus, that hatred and disrespect wasn’t so present. But then I think maybe that new baby coming will be the change, the hidden light we all need, the hope for a better future we all want. My little great grand child will be that for me anyway . The baby that was born so long ago in a stable will always be our light, our hope, our peace, our proof that each day we are gifted can be a chance for us to be that to someone else. Merry Christmas Susan ….Blessings and love wished for you always❤️
You nailed it, the feeling of disconnect always sends me into a downward spiral. I try to pull myself out by talking to my husband, holding my beautiful kitties, letting the grief come and go like a wave, thinking about how difficult other people have with their problems, naming things I feel grateful for, speaking my truth to someone I trust, painting, taking a walk, listening to music, reaching out to someone, and taking a creative “ wander” in a store, antique mall, art museum, or park. What usually snaps me out of it quickly is being around my grandchildren. They are so joyful it’s infectious. Your videos are beautiful, honest and heartfelt. I look forward to them and seeing Desi. He just kills me. ❤️ Thank you for creating your videos, whether you’re in a good mood or not, doesn’t really matter. It’s the truth about what it’s like being an older woman and all that goes with that, that is interesting. So happy you are feeling love for someone. And I understand you’re being scared. Our old wounds can keep us stuck. But I believe in “Allowing what is” in the present. You’re gorgeous, talented, funny, loving, sensitive. He’d be lucky to have you love him. 💕 Have a great week and give Desi a kiss for me.
Your words hit home for me. I do the same… I have to get out of my zone… and window shop…or buy ingredients to bake a simple treat…thank you for your post!
As always Susan , you emulate Grace and Dignity I am now 80yrs , living alone , I love feeding my little birds who Come to my balcony for the little suet bark buds I get for them. And place in a small dish .this one of my many joys in life My life has dwindled away, I am blessed to have my adult children. Only yesterday while writing my Christmas cards for the mail My eyes caught a photography of my son whom died at age 50yrs The photograph was a school photograph , he only 11yrs in his uniform He is looking straight at the camera 🎥 we were an Irish family before emigration To Canada . I suddenly wept at the memory of his beauty and gracefulness. He had lived a very good life , full of compassion for the Homeless . I could write a book . I am grateful for you Susan and wee Desi. Each week as I look forward to your weekly vlog May you be blessed abundantly with all the love ❤️you impart onto others. Mary Canada 🇨🇦
Best advice I’ve ever received is turn off the tv. Or at the very least mute the commercials. It’s true “programming” and it tempts one to compare. Since I’ve “tuned out” I’m more at peace with and accepting of myself and have way less anxiety. Just my perspective. Thanks for your beautiful, heartfelt videos. I’m so grateful. I’m 63 and counting… ❤
I turned 70 in September! I never would have guessed when I was in my forties that I would be entering my seventies with so much joy. I don’t worry about getting older. I’ve had a wonderful life and continue to have one. I’ve had many heartaches and many losses but my goodness I’ve been blessed beyond measure. My dear husband is in a memory care unit, I lost my dear little dog who was my best little buddy for fifteen years, and my dear father in law passed a week after my beloved dog a few months ago. I know how lucky I’ve been to have such wonderful memories and the ability to look forward to many new experiences. I’ve loved every decade of my life! I sure hope the young lady who thinks she has the best life ever continues to think that as she experiences losses and the not so good times. Life is precious and it’s filled with the good, the bad, and the ugly but we are still blessed in so many ways.
Susan, we’re all waiting to hear how your recent date went with the preacher, which you said that you would share with us? Others have asked you the same question!
I'm doing what I do with my grandchildren......waiting until they are ready to talk about it. Sometimes it takes a while to get to know someone and to decide whether (as in ocean travel).....Slow Ahead..... Full Steam Ahead....or Stop.
Love you Susan! I had already turned off the computer (which is how I comment), and I was on Roku watching your video -- always love Saturdays! Sometimes I save yours til Sunday afternoons because I always enjoy it so much! But oh golly what a couple of perspectives were shared wtih you! I'll be 70 right after the first of the year, living alone after death did us part, and I wouldn't take a ticket back to 40 again if I could! I just want you to hear I track with you! I get hope every time I watch -- I want to end up in a house again myself! I love your show! Thank you! Jesus love us! Yippee!
Winter IS full of life. My backyard is chirping and singing around feeders: sparrows, finches, chickadees, nuthutches and downies. and bluejays. And there is Florek,my friendly thief- the squirrel.
Hi Susan. Thank you for your candor and bravery in looking at some deep things. One thing I need to say is that I am so tired of the expectations that society burdens us with. I truly wish that we would look more to what is on the inside of people than how we appear on the outside. I also have self esteem issues and I get bogged down thinking about how I look, and how that affects how others treat me sometimes. But I know we don't have to adopt or cooperate with that thinking. At 67 years old, I know I have a future, and I know I won't surrender my joy to others. I am about to start learning woodworking and I am uber-excited! Wishing you a blessed and joy-filled week❤
Auntie Susan you are old enough to know better but too old to care . You are double blessings . You love us as mother or elder wise sister and you act like friend . You have ears to listen to us , your love and caring never ending , beside your heart that made of gold .
I just love Desi in that hat/tiara! SOOO darn cute! When I have a down day, I remind myself to grant myself Grace and to be gentle on myself. My husband had a stroke almost 6 years ago, 6 months before retirement. It’s been life changing for both of us. So we both have our bad days for sure! His stroke has changed my perspective on life. On the days that I struggle I take my dog for a walk and get sunshine and move about. It helps. I also go in my art studio and give myself permission to play! Getting “out of my own head is the best way to cope! If you know what I mean! A 70 year old has done more living than a 40 year old! Her comment was rather pompous and arrogant! I would discount her “well meaning “ advice as inexperienced and insensitive! The longer I live the more respect I have for older people! As the saying goes, “getting old ain’t for sissies!” So true!!😂😂😆
Susan, what a truly special video. I relate to everything you have said. I sincerely believe your mum does see you being happy and is still with you, watching you with pride. Her beautiful daughter is touching so many women across the world with her genuine warmth and wisdom...your mum would be so proud!❤❤❤
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful boy. I lost my beloved Tagger in 2017. It took two years for me to be able to walk past dogs or pet them without crying. Losing my dog caused physical pain for me. Now, I am so grateful for the love he brought to my family and the lessons that he taught me. I wish you peace and joyful memories forever.
...because we always have...thank you for putting into words my feelings of battling the win. You dear Susan are such a gift and I can't wait until Saturday evening rolls around just to say hello...May your week be happy joyous and one filled with wonder. Much love to yoU n Desi 🤍 🐾 🎄...ps 3 cheers for Hal!
Susan, from the moment I found you, I found a new friend..my Saturday night date😊. I'm 73, list the love of my life (after a couple of tries,,), then he passed 9 yrs ago. Moved home to Kansas 🥴...life is interesting. My mother always told me...24 hrs, give every hard time, 24 hrs. I love you and your outlook, it mirrors mine. life is as good as we make it. I have to wonder though...why are there so many cruel people...sad for them. Take good care and carry on sister 🙏🫶
Oh Susan, that 40 year old doesn't know what she's talking about. I think the older we get the less stress we have. I am free to go where I want and do what I want. Even though I miss my husband and my kids aren't always with me. Being alone isn't so bad. I volunteer once a week at our local charity thrift shop. It's so much fun, I meet new people and get first pick on all the goodies that come in. You really hit the nail on the head about loneliness. I grew up with 3 older brothers, who left home when I was in elementary school. My parents were older and didn't pay that much attention to me. So I think I grew up alone also. So now in the twilight of my life, now that I'm alone again. I feel like I come full circle. and like you, I don't feel bad when I'm alone.
I am your age and look forward every week to your videos. Been on my own since 1997 after a nasty divorce. Raised my two children and worked two jobs to keep a roof over our heads. But I wouldn't be the independent 69 year old I am today without those ups and downs. Through financial hard times and health issues I managed to keep my children safe and secure as my priority. Dated a little in my 40"s but the kids never met any them. I kept them safe that way. However I never let anyone get to close. Now my girlfriends and my grandchildren are far more important to me than romantic love, and I am lucky to have them. I am grateful every day I wake up on this side of the ground and am most certainly not ready to give up on life yet. You are right, I am not dying today. (I used to say that to my patients when they got discouraged. I worked as a nurse in oncology for years.) Far from it, I get to do what I like each and every day good or bad. We have earned that. Thank you for always sharing your thoughts with us. P S. your mother was watching over you as you played with your grandchildren and she would have been overjoyed to see you so happy Susan.
Every day is a gift. I’ll soon be 73 and every morning I wake up to a sign on the wall: “It’s a beautiful day. Don’t f**k it up.” Just a reminder to appreciate all that is good in my life and to not get in my own way.
I have been quietly watching you for over a year and I have to say you have always been very real and authentic and that’s what keeps me coming back. I appreciate the honest views you have about aging and life it’s so refreshing. ❤
Your comment about your dear friend who had cancer and has passed resonated with me as I feel so fortunate to be in my sixties when many of my dear friends did not get to reach this age, losing their battles with mental health, cancer and heart issues no longer getting to be with their children and grandchildren - we’ve so very, very much to be so thankful for every single day and to live and love for ourselves and for those who are no longer with us 🙂💕
I am so happy to hear Hal is doing better!!!! Susan, you inspire me every time I watch you !!!!!!! You always bless my heart!!!! I thank God for you !!!!!♥♥♥
I ordered my Chjristmas present for the winter - a massage pad and a SAD theraphy light for those dark winter days - a nice hot salt bath, some herbal tea and a massage is a great way to cozy up in the coming cold evenings. And if the winter gets too dark, I can turn on my SAD theraphy light for a few minutes to energize me again mentally and emotionally.
Sweet Susan ❤. I love walking also. It truly helps with mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. On this journey of life, I have had a lot of downtimes. We each have a different experience and a different perspective on living life. Circumstances can knock us down and I have learned a lot from those times. It’s taken me 67 years to realize I am valuable enough to create boundaries and not allow toxic relationships anymore. At 40 I had no clue how to deal with the trauma I’ve been through. Satan wants me to believe I am too old for the future God has in store for me. I rebuke that lie. God has protected me and spared my life many times over the years. I’m thankful for every single day of life. I believe we could be twins in the same lifetime but don’t know it. Our lives are similar in many ways. Thank God I found your UA-cam channel. You have helped me so much. I’m afraid to love again because of the pain of my past. I love you and Desi! He is adorable. My mom is gone and I miss her terribly 😢. But I can’t stay stuck there either. God bless you and your family! I am so sorry for the comment someone made. At 40, I didn’t have the wisdom or knowledge to say that to someone. Especially someone as sweet as you are 😊
That is someone who still has some growing up to do, someday she will be here and if she doesn’t think about her future I think that is sad. I love how you decorated your house it’s so comfy and inviting. I really enjoyed that video, I like all of your videos. Desi you are so so cute🥰. Thank you for sharing, you help me get through my week. ✨❄️
Susan I will be 70 on Dec 14!! Yes; I was married for 24 years and 2 grown sons but divorced years ago and thought it can be challenging alone but I'd rather be alone than with a miserable mean soul!! I'm blessed to have a active social life with close friends. My friends have lost husbands threw death but we don't dwell on sad stuff and all the drama!! It bores us because we love to laugh and share today not old junk from decades ago. Lol. Just yesterday I called a friend saying I'm feeling that grip of being lonely now let's go eat lunch at the sports bar!! It really helped and I felt happy and so did she!! I saw a group of about 12 young boys and they must of been 15 yrs old on their bikes. As I was next to them in the parking lot. One cutest one said " Hi beautiful!! I snapped back "my place or yours??" His friends died laughing as he was speechless!! I laughed all the way home at how silly it was. I could be his granny. Ya gotta have fun
I can tell Desi doesn't like to wear a hat. The look he has is "I'll wear it to please Mom..but I'm so embarrassed." LOL! He is adorable. Another beautiful video! Thank you.
Amen sister! I'm 67 and retired. I'm planning an April trip to Scotland with my yoga instructor and fellow yoginis. AND, I'm planning an October trip to the Amalfi Coast/Italy with my childhood girlfriends. I have down days, but I turn those emotions around and thank God for all, good and bad, he presents to me. Keep rock'n it Susan. You're doing it all just fine. You can't please all of the people all of the time. Please #1, YOU!❤
I talk to my husband every night when I go to bed...he passed almost 3 years ago. He used to comment on your videos as he passed thru the living room! 😂 I always tell him how much I miss him and how much I (still) love him. I asked him the other night to "give me a sign" to let me know he's hearing me every night....by golly, the very next day, I got THREE signs from him! Truly! It made my day! I thanked him....and now, I know, he's right here with me!
Susan, what a beautiful message. Thank you for always being so insightful. I laughed aloud when I saw Desi in his snowflake headband. He is doing his best to appease his Mama! Happy Holidays!
Greetings from 🇦🇺 Susan😊 a beautiful vlog. So very timely for where I am at this moment. I needed to hear that I’m not alone and that there are many others I’m sure, who are faced with difficulties and challenges around ageism, family, grief & loss. Thank you for your insights & wisdom 😊 Alice
I will be 82 this month, I still drive, I go out for lunch, I go to flea markets, garage sales, thrift stores, busy. Yes there are some bad days, but keep going it's worth it.
I am so glad the 40 year old doesn't know what life may be like when she is 60 and above. When I was 40, I didn't know l would be divorced and on my own at 60. I have my sad days but I am happy most of the time. My story is not over yet ❤
I am starting all over, took 3 years to get out of a very difficult marriage and the tragic death of my youngest son. My eldest son is estranged, I don’t know if it’s survivors guilt, or me divorcing but I accept his limited involvement. It cost me 80k in atty fees. I may have to come out of retirement but am unsure as physical limitations. I had a very lucrative career, rental properties, savings, travel, vacations, involved with charities, president of women’s club and was quite happy. I married a high end grifter. I dropped fake toxic poser friends and my focus has totally changed. Prayers for all of you this Christmas season. I am grateful for my daughter and grandsons.
Susan! I love your videos and seeing you and Desi at the end of every one always makes me smile. :) he is such a precious pup and I’m so glad you found him. ❤
I turned 52 today and I am very proud of you. Yes, we have good and bad days but we are still here. I appreciate all your videos. They bring me joy❤. Thank you!
Hi Susan, you are right, the negative 40 year old woman has it all wrong. She will learn, she's still young. I'm 75 and here to tell her she needs to be more grateful for what she has and experiences. Sadly, she must feel really bad right now, and I think we all can relate because the past few years have been challenging to say the least. But, Susan, you make me feel like I"m doing better than better when you , AND Desi, share your home and stories with us, well, it makes me smile, especially when Desi is frolicking in his back yard! I love seeing your decorating accumen and have tried a lot of your art in my own home. I love thrifting! When I get a compliment on something, I tell them, "Got the idea from Susan, The Little Poet and her Desi."
Poor Desi looked embarrassed. When I am having a bad day I talk to God. I lay my feelings at His feet and after our conversation I feel so much better. He gives me so much peace and love!!
You’re video’s always give me a lot to think about. As we get older life does change but it’s still good and the wonder of what’s in our future. Where my next house will be? What house on what road. I hope it’s as nice as your beautiful brick house. It probably won’t be brink but I hope and pray that at least as I sit at my kitchen table I can see my backyard. I hope and pray it’s in a nice modest neighborhood where I have houses all around me so I can see people and a quiet side street without much traffic for many reasons. Like is very unpredictable and I never thought I would be going through my second divorce at age 70. I feel like I really didn’t know my husband of 19 years because of many things. There is a lot to my life. I feel like I can help other people at my age because of the things I’ve experienced. That’s one of the greatest things in life is to help others. ❤️🙏
Hello! I can relate so much ot what you wrote....and when you described your home of the future I swear, I said those same words. And they sounded like a prayer. A simple good life...nothing fancy...just a quiet neighborhood and a real kitchen table...and flowers in the backyard....it's funny...we are the same age and the smallest of pleasures feel like Heaven. Thank you for being here..I appreciate your wisdom and observations so much, Susan
Me, too! We still can dream, we are alive and life is precious and unpredictable! Spring is turning into summer, and it’s beautiful! I’m having a couple of days in which I have taken time to rest, for my back pain has just been a little rough; it cannot keep me isolated nor down! These videos are my friends in these moments! So, Honey, thank you for each one of them!!
I’m 71, just got divorced. Starting a new life. I moved across the country. New city. I auditioned for a new theater company…don’t know anyone…and got cast in the lead of the musical!! New beginnings can be exciting!
Wow! That is amazing!!!!!!! You go girl! I just turned 60 and moved to the Oregon Coast and am loving life. Retirement is exciting, but who knows, may want to start working again doing something I totally enjoy. Congratulations!
Kudos to you when one door closes another opens. Just need to be accepting and alert to it..❤
Linda Anderson,,,,
You go girlfriend!!! You do you...Im proud of you.
I had a Christmas parade go right in front of my house.
And i didn't watch.
My great granddaughter was in the one 10 miles away.
Im so depressed...
I dont know how to climb out.
Yes i do talk to GOD several time a day.
Im 71 to.
I just lost a friend of 42 years.
I feel bad because he lied in that bed for 3 days before he was found. A heart attack.
That is sad.
You get out there and do all those plays..Your moving!!
Happy Holidays to you!!
Welcome to a new beginning. You will make a lot of new memories.
My goodness, you are an inspiration! Excited for you!
I'm 72. I just lost my husband of 33 years last month. But because of you, I went and bought a brand new Christmas tree and decorated it - just for me. I don't yet feel like I have a future, but your video helped me realize that life is what you make it. Thank you for sharing your life.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m 69 and lost my husband this year. I decorated my new small apt but trying to feel festive is very hard . We were together 40 years. 💕
I am 57 and lost my husband of 10 years 2005. I was 39 with 3 toddlers and one of them is autistic. God is good. I am close to my boys who are men now.
Hugs to you.
You DO have a future. Merry Christmas.
I find this all remarkable!!! Susan I cannot begin to imagine how proud you must be of the shared group you have built. You need a meet up next year😀
To the 40yo who said they couldn't imagine...I cant imagine going thru life so insensitive & rude!
My 84 yo mom, who is slim, has beautiful clothes, drives herself all over, just recently told me, "When you hit a certain age you almost become invisible." It broke my heart to hear her say that.
I believe that's true. 68 here.
YOU crushed it this evening, Susan...
I couldn't be more proud of the way you responded to Ms.40, and her total misperception.
How sad for her not to realize the beauty and joy in everyday life and the survivor spirit we QUEENagers possess.
I'm now 70 and still rocking life!!! Some days you don't even need a plan... you simply breathe and see what the day brings...
My response to her is, we're Sassy, spunky, spiritual, sexy, strong survivors... so get over yourself, miss 40, and enjoy the ride... you'll be here sooner than you think... if you're lucky.
Keep on being YOUniquely YOU Susan...
I LOVE you to bits here in Texas!!!
Great comment. Ms. 50 should humble herself and pray she lives past 40.
Im a queenager? I love it!
I love your Queenager reference and I am going to use it with my teenaged grand daughters! I am also going to remind myself that I am a queen in life! I may not have the creamy complexion and toned body of my youth, but I have survived many things and come out victorious. At 73, I took all the training and went through all the clearances, references, etc to work at our YMCA’s new childcare center. I Needed to get out and be with people and my love of children is fulfilled in working with the infants and toddlers three days a week. As long as I draw breath, I want to bring love and hugs to these precious children. I feel a life well-lived is spent serving others and giving them love. But selfishly, I love to go to work and bring a smile and a hug to these little ones who are not in the comfort of their own homes every day.
You are exactly right...Ms. 40 will be "here" sooner than she thinks. Life does go by pretty quickly.
QUEENagers...love that!!!
"I'm not dying today!" 😊 Such a powerful statement!
That reminds me of my mum who died recently. She kept asking if she was dying and me telling her "not today" always reassured her. She had Alzheimers.
An appropriate response to a vile comment. 😮😮😮
Ditto!!
I agree.
I will be 81 in January and I look forward to each and every day. God has blessed me with so many friends, a wonderful Church family, three wonderful daughters and nine great grandchildren. I love my life and that God every day for being so blessed during my lifetime.
That makes me happy for you. My Dad is 80 and is so lost without my Mother. She passed unexpectedly from a routine knee surgery and no matter what I do he’ll never be the same. Isolating himself even though I’m here. So heartbreaking. Please pray for him. His name is John. ❤️❤️❤️
I have the same story as you, but at 73 my friend. I am so blessed every day for my family for my church family for my son and my three daughters and my 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. The gift of salvation is just that a gift but you have to want it to receive it. God is good all the time and all the time God is good. Have a blessed weekend my friend.
@@Texasgirl10 🙏🙏
@@Texasgirl10What happen that she passed from a routine knee surgery? If I may ask.
Well I watched your previous video for the first time, and have decided my future will indeed include you………and your videos.
Love and sincere best wishes from my husband and I to you from all the way from Australia.
Please continue to be your lovely self.
Don’t take any rudeness from others as there is plenty of love coming your way sister……..from not only me but I am sure from all your loyal viewers.
Love Fiona and John
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Stumbled across this video tonight. It’s Christmas Day and my only child didn’t call. I’m feeling forgotten. I’m so lonely. Divorced 11 years ago. You were spot on with your video in a moment that God knew I needed your words. Thank you.
I’m not dead yet. And Gods not finished with me. 💕
If you haven't, try giving her a call. Children like getting calls from parents too. I start to feel something when I'm the one that's always reaching out. Not bad per se, just more of a disconnection. 💕
Call them once a week - if they don't answer leave a message but certainly call them on a holiday- they are texting "my parent didn't call me ON Christmas"- hope you call - if not call today
Work up to once a day - Love You - Have a Great Day - Thinking about you 💞
wow i just found this/my name is florence/been through that/kids dont want to talk then they do/divorced/2nd hubby passed away/but you did the right thing/susan is great for my mind and soul/bless her//
Just saw your comment. Brought tears to my eyes. I’m so sorry. Our kids can be so thoughtless. Hoping you’re having a good 2024💕
Thank you for your comments! I am glad you spoke up! At 71, widowed, and living alone I do have a future! I put my time in pursuing an education and a career while married. I'm thankful for a good husband and miss him but...I'm still here, he's not. Sure, my house gets quiet and dark but I turn on lights, watch a movie, eat popcorn and go to bed when I feel like it. My garden grows, my friends come over, I paint and create craft projects. Bored? Never. Gotta go now...packing for a weekend in Palm Springs! Oh, and Desi is such a good sport!
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For me the one word that always snaps me out of a down mood is Gratitude. I am grateful for the people I love for my home For my health, my friends ,for my little dogs. And even for the bad times, they made me who I am today. But Most of all I am grateful for my Faith.
I love this. I always tell my grown children that you can't be grateful and sad at the same time. Whenever I'm low, I think about five things that I'm grateful for.
Yes❤❤❤❤❤❤so agreee with you ! Gratitude and Faith are the key !
Susan I can’t stop laughing at Desi’s new hat. He almost is saying “mom, I do this for you because I love you”.
As for the 40 year olds comment, she has no idea what we look forward to & how exciting it is to have livedc& experienced so much of life. Best thing is we aren’t finished with our story 🙌🏼❤️🌺🤗
Very well said
Boy, that 40 year old sounds like she’s a barrel of fun! She has no idea, life is good. You can still have dreams, love, curiosity, desires and so much more whether you’re 50,60,70+. I kinda feel sorry for her, but who am I kidding😊
20:18 20:18 I am 68 yrs. old and had so many changes in my life. At times I felt depressed, and other times I was having a good day. I have gained so much wisdom over the years over bad or good choices I made. Everyone has their own destiny in life and their own path to follow in choices they have made. Susan, i have seen some of your videos and think you are a beautiful and passionate person. God has a plan for all of us.
I am 69 1/2 this month. What a life of ups and downs have I had! I have extreme anxiety that gets worse as I get older. I know I have to make some life changes, but I am stuck. I just want to say that I look forward to your videos every week. My daughter had her first baby almost two months ago. I was there at the hospital with her as she was in labor and when she gave birth. She was resting and I put on your videos to listen to while she was in labor. She said your voice helped to relax. That is what I had found to be the same for me, that your voice is soothing. So, thank you to you and Desi for helping to make my daughter's 24-hour labor and the birth of my beautiful, perfect granddaughter more bearable for my daughter and for me also. Sending much love to you and Desi ❤
Oh dear Charlene....thank you so much for telling me this beautiful story about your daughter in labor...I am crying but it is such a good kind of cry. What an honor to think I helped welcome a little one into this world! You made my night and I want to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas...much love always! Susan & Desi The Mad Hatter!
Congratulations on your new granddaughter! ❤
Congratulations God bless & Merry Christmas ❤️🎄
I just turned 69 November 25th. What gives me great joy is that I have a daughter with down syndrome who is 30. She teaches me to see the world through a child's eye. I'm happy for you and your new granddaughter. I'm grateful for these beautiful messages on this channel that promote love and looking for the beautiful things around us.
Charlene, I started to experience anxiety as I hit late 50's and really for no apparent reason. I finally read several compelling articles about vitamin D3 in particular and I started taking 1000 mg a day, sometimes 2x (once am and once pm). I have to say, that after a few weeks of taking it every single day, I really noticed a Significant reduction in my anxiety. Try it! After you confirm with your Dr. that it's ok :) Also, turn off the news!! Don't check your phone or watch Tv for 'current events' because it is inviting in every single bad thing happening in the world which we cannot control and watching it, and feeling upset, helps no one. It just creates a sense of sadness, fear, helplessness, and anxiety. Love those around you, that's all you can do to make a positive difference. You can always give to a charity of your choice, and pray. I will say prayers for you that you can experience relief from your anxiety and experience the joy of being alive and being a grandmom.
Oh Susan, one thing I have learned is that when younger women go out their way to be rude means that they are jealous of you. You are beautiful. You look 40, your skin is flawless.. And your clothes and style is jazzy. Oh my for someone to think that you only have your past, if only they knew what an inspiration you are to women of all ages in their 40s and younger because You are Living In the Present for the future, you have no fear and that’s what makes you amazing 🙏🏼
She must’ve felt bad about it after, since she deleted the comment. ❤
I LOVE BEING ALONE, AND HAVE BEEN FOR 23 YRS. IM 70, AND LOVE PEACE AND QUIET AND FAMILY.
I lost my husband to covid in 2021. I'm 59. It changed my future profoundly. It's harder than heck to look to a future without him. I'll reunite in Heaven, but in the meantime I have to live. Our son lives with me, so grateful for that..🙏
I'm so sorry for your loss. . . your words evoke empathy from all of us who have lost a loved one. . . I'm so glad your son lives with you. . . chin up, the best you can. . . one day at a time? I think some days can be long ones. Susan and our community are here for you. Big hug for NorthEast USA🤗
Sending love to you dear lady. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in the right place. We are all here together. So glad your son is with you. I had a bad week but coming here is such a joy. A lovely lifeline of others who understand. Every week I smile and I get stronger and more confident.
This is a great community that Susan has formed and I am very grateful to have found her🙏😊
We have to learn to live gently and remember. But, not to hinder our happiness and future. It took me years but I am living and grateful for many things, Merry Christmas.
Lost my Husband too, in 2021 Thanksgiving after 42 years, it gets a little better every day 🙏
Thank you for your video today. I woke up this morning feeling down after a bad dream about my family and you hit the nail on the head. I am disconnected from my family and grandchildren. I was forced to move out of state for my job for 10 years and was able to come and visit them once a year when I took my vacation. I was finally able to move back home last year and thought we would be able to spend time together. My grandkids could come over and we'd have outings and do stuff. I soon discovered they didn't have time for me. I'm never included in any family outings I found out about things they did on their Facebook pages after the fact. I realized they are still treating me as if I still live out of state. I've asked several times to be included but I receive the same excuse, they forgot. The only time I'm remembered is on their birthdays. I've come to the conclusion I need to start living for myself because I am alone and I need to start creating a different circle and live my life for me.
Yes I love what you wrote. I came across this video last night and I went back to it today. It's so up lifting. I've been married for 44 years and will be moving on through the rest of my life alone. But to be honest my marriage was a lonely one for the last 15 years. I've always watched my grandchildren and never had an income of my own. So it will all be totally new for me. But so ready. Love this woman, the encouragement she gives out to others starting over later in life. 😊
Same here… literally ignored… after all these years!! Don’t know how to start over all alone now, at this age! Not what I planned or thought this was what my life would be ! I’m with you on that point!
@@Linzi1947 yes I never thought this would be my life. I wanted the married life and I guess I had it for as long as it lasted. Grandkids get older and have a life of their own when you gave your life up for them by taking care of them for their parents while they worked. You don't know what they are doing unless Facebook. It's just not what I expected to be. But I hear it so often. My biggest regret in my marriage is I never worked like I should out in the public and helped with income. Now I'm trying to save to make a move 1,900 miles away. Remember me in your prayers. Moving on down the Road. 🎈
To all grandmas I can only say: Just be the one that regularly reaches out for your kids and grandkids - even if at the moment they do not, yet. Invite them or ask when you can come over. Even if they don't initiate the contact at first or for a while. Pray for them, send them good, joyful thoughts, do something for them and just be there. You have gained a tressure of experience, wisdom and skills that the younger generation can profit from. Ask God for guidance and for what to do and what not. Believe that your relatioship will be healed. Accept them as they are.
@@kasko8550 I couldn't of said it any better. Your comment was spot on .... Loved it . 😊👍🎈
On Christmas morning of 2008, my husband had a stroke at age 47. So at age 47, I became a caregiver for my husband who has cognitive challenges and cannot talk. My advice to young people is to plan for the future. Plan for unforeseen circumstances. Plan for the tough times. I’m so blessed to be married to my high school sweetheart and the love of my life. Yes, many of our dreams went down the drain - BUT we are living NEW dreams and we are grateful for everything that we have and for everything we are able to do. Looking to the future is having hopes and dreams, and we should never stop dreaming and hoping. Yes, of course I have bad days, too. Exercise is very important for me (for sanity, not vanity 😊) as well as prayer, gratitude, and getting good rest. Wishing everyone joy and peace this holiday season ❤️
YOUR VIEW ON THIS UNIVERSAL SUBJECT IS SO RIGHT ON. I AM 82, BEING ALONE FOR THE LAST 36 YEARS. YOU HAVE TO BE YOUR OWN BEST FRIEND, TREAT YOURSELF AND RECOGNIZE THAT TOMORROW IS ANOTHER DAY. WHATEVER IS BRINGING YOU SADNESS IS TEMPORARY, MAKE THE CHOICE TO MOVE ON FROM IT. FIND SOMETHING TO LAUGH ABOUT, BRING A SMILE OR A PLEASANT MEMORY. I COLLECT MEMORIES THAT MAKE ME HAPPY TO FILL A NEW DAY, LOOKING FOR A NEW HAPPY MEMORY. LIVE ON!!!
Hi Willa. I'm also 82 and a widow these last 3 years.
You said a key word in your comments, "temporary" ! I've said that so many times these last few years to my children and grandchildren and to anyone else that will.listen...it's ALL temporary!! Every trouble, hardship, illness, or heartache was a season and we made it through. Even our child bearing, raising, and releasing, our marriages, ...everything, IS temporary. Some more than others of course, and then we go through some other temporary phase...but, there is one constant in our entire lifetime, and that's our love. Loving and knowing, ( because we're old) that everything's gonna be alright in the end. It always is, and always will be.
And we'll love until we pass to the other side, and then, oh boy, we'll really know love that's forever!!
Love you and Desi so much Susan.
You really brighten up my Sat evenings. Hugs to you both. ❤😊😊
I love your thinking! I am 75& 1/2& hubby has been sick for over a yr& still being tested! I am being tested as well...patience& prayer.🙏🤗💒🌬❄☃️🌲
Thank you. Pleasant memories are so important.
I’m 69 and will turn 70 next September. The best years of my life are ahead of me. We ladies who follow you and enjoy everything you share with us are so so thankful for beautiful you. We are kindred spirits indeed ❤️😘
I'm 69 and will turn 70 next spring. I loved your comment that the best years are still ahead of us! Thank you for a positive pov 🙂
I'm 69 and turn 70 in March. I feel blessed and no matter how much time I have left, I want to finish well in Gods eyes.
Yes,,, the best is yet to come. God will lead the way🎄🙏🏼👑⭐️🪅
Beautiful Desi.. His sweet little face with the crown on😅
Why would you buy a new home, move yourself and Desi closer to your Family, choosing a community that you can thrive in…. If You didn’t have a sense of Continuing Onward & Upward. This platform is for honest conversations sharing our challenges as we continue down the road…❤ Joni Mitchell’s’ “ Clouds”….I really don’t know Love…at all.
I love that “I’m not dying today” Thank you Susan for inviting me into your space, I look forward to every Saturday night to watch you. God Bless you.
I’m 39 years old and your videos extremely helpful,entertaining and relaxing.I like getting older and wiser. Seeing women like you enjoying life, having peace and inspiring your viewers shows so many of us there’s so much more to look forward to! Thank you for sharing your journey with us ❤🙏❤️
😊Thank you for posting; I love your post. You sound like a 39-year-old with wisdom. I believe your wisdom will serve you well in navigating the joys & challenges of growing older. I hope you will share your wise outlook (on aging) with other 39 y.o. & 40-year-old people you know!!🙂 And hopefully the 40-year-old commenter (who Susan discussed here) has an attitude (on aging) that's in the minority among people her age.
What helps me through a bad time is knowing it's only temporary and doing breathing exercises and praying and meditating.
“ Call the police”. I laughed out loud. Love Desi’s crown. My college roommate died at 35 leaving behind 4 children that her husband raised on his own. We are all just walking each other home and have no idea when we will arrive. Enjoy every day. I look forward to your visits on Saturday night.
Anne, how well you said that!
Well said. We are all just walking each other home.
Hi Susan and ALL our friends here:) After a busy day of still working on getting Christmas all together it feels so good to sit back and know that Susan will have a video up and I can just relax and enjoy her chat:). I just turned 72 this past November and I still can’t believe I’m 72!! The years just keep flying by and my future is just getting through each day. It is reassuring that I’m not the only one having anxiety when I’m driving or finding things just aren’t as easy to do as they used to be. I thought it was just me. I keep busy every day just trying to squeeze in all the things we used to take for granted. I get started on one project and that leads into something else that needs doing~ it’s always something but I’m grateful that though it may take longer I can do it:) My tree is up and lights are on it-still have to add the ornaments. I lemon oiled all my living and dining furniture and that took me 3 days! Much longer than when I was young. It feels good to see the wood just gleam-:). Tonight I will place what treasures I have left in my hutches and watch my candles glow. I can honestly say I would not have done this without ur encouragement, Susan. It feels so good😊🤗❤️💚🎄 Im so happy to hear you have found love again. It’s so exciting! I wish you all the best in whatever you do. Love that you have grandchildren-I never knew my grandmothers-they had passed b4 I was born-same with my father’s father. I did have vague memories of my mother’s father. My youngest son and I are very close and I cherish that. Hope everyone can find some joy this holiday season❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚🎄
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That was so well said. We are all just walking each other home. Amazing statement❤
I'm 68 and my back got up by the comments of that 40 year old woman also! Thank you for your thoughtful comments and outlook.
I’m 53 & feel as you do. Quite honestly this woman must fear getting old if that is her outlook! How sad!!!!
@@kimhumphrey4053 I think she probably has no concept of it and can't imagine it happening to her!
@@lightclub9622 I am sure that you’re correct!
My mother-in-law who is 97 and I (63) watched your video this morning. She has a new IPad and I’m setting her up with UA-cam and your channel. We both can relate to this with continuing to move forward and embrace life each day 🙏❤️
I’m 63 next month and been caring for my 87 year old mother.
Susan, just three words-- multiplied--dedicated to you, me and all the other mature, fierce women here:
YOU ARE AMAZING.
YOU ARE LOVED.
YOU SPEAK TRUTH.
I AM GRATEFUL.
I AM BLESSED.
I AM RELEVANT.
Sisters.
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After my husband died and I was lost and depressed, I suddenly decided that he would be happy if I lived the rest of my life in such a manner that would make him proud. This is what I try to do, and it brings me peace knowing he approves!
Yes carry him with you but do it all! 🙏
Thank you for writing this. It is good advice and I so needed to hear it. Bless you
@@user-bz3ul4pb8m I’m 64 and my hubby passed when I was 57. The years have flown. He could walk in the door right now and it would only seem like an extended trip.
But I want to enjoy each day and my 4 yr old granddaughter has added so much to my days.
Take care
Yes I agree I lost my husband also after 51 years I’ve been having the same grief but know he would want to be happy too
Wow I needed to read this I lost my hubby in July 21 he was only 46 😢 I am 17 years older than he was today would have been our 14 th wedding anniversary ♥️ he was so brave and tried to fight his cancer but couldn’t beat it 😢 I have been so lost so sad but what you wrote has really made me think !!!! So I thank you so very much 🙏🙏🙏
My mom worked too & that was in the 40’s. I considered myself the original latch key kid. Been thru a lot in my life and I’m still standing! Oh yes, life is different now. I’m almost 90. You ladies in your 60’s & 70’s, enjoy your life. You’re not old!
Yes, there is old in terms of time on earth, and then there is Old in terms of mindset and behavior. Vive la difference!!
@@barbarakelly1916 That’s exactly right. At almost 90 I’m feeling the years but still live on my own. I have my family nearby & that’s a blessing.
My mom always told me "this too shall pass." Now that I'm 60 (!), I tell myself and my friends that things may be bad or not going your way, but this "hiccup" is temporary and it sure beats the heck out of not being here at all. Desi looks so adorable. What a precious guy.
Your mother's picture popping up unexpectedly was her letting you know that she absolutely sees you being happy and she is happy because of it. You should be very proud of where you are in life. You planned to buy a house and you did it. You planned to grow your relationships, and you are doing it. You have been a true blessing for Desi... look how far he has come. AND I have been watching your channel for a while and never once did I think you were living in the past. You are sharing a journey and people that leave thoughtless comments just don't get it. Maybe they will someday...we can only hope. You bring joy to many people. Life is short, take a chance with your love interest... what's the worst that can happen??? You have been through a lot and come through it all!!
Loved the comment about the photo, and your thought - I believe in the after life & I agree.
As a widow, my life has never been the same. I am now 65 and I don’t plan anymore. I think about a few days ahead that’s it. Hard to find someone and I still want romance one day. Not looking for marriage but would love to find someone as a partner who lives in their own place. All I see when I go out are couples. Loneliness is the hardest
This could be me talking. I just turned 65 in November. My husband of 45 years passed earlier in the year and wow am I lonely. I have a daughter and her family living 20 minutes away but they are so busy. My son’s family over 6 hours away. I just don’t know where to start. Plans! I never know what I want to do. First Christmas is hard.
Yes me too. Just to have someone to talk to...and listen to❤
Same here. Lost my husband March of this year. We were married for 43 years and I am 62. I am so lost and lonesome without him.
So many of us want what you want. We would be happy to have a partner that has their own life and we have our own life. To go out to do things, like thrift store shopping, or a hike through the park would be great. If romance is on the agenda and you agree that it is what it is , but not binding, fine. I don’t want to make a life that includes responsibility to , or for , another adult. Companionship, laughter, shared interests, yet separate lives. Great!
@@lanelleroper7710 We were high school sweethearts I bet you say the same thing
Merry Christmas Susan and Desi,
You asked to share and I have to say the Lord rescued me in my forties. Because of my relationship with him I have anJoy❤that nothing in this world can 😮take. I have eternal life with Jesus! I pray that for everyone. I’ll be 80 next September and enjoying the journey.
I’m 62 and I find myself more and more anxious and depressed during the holidays. My mom passed away in 1996 when she was 53. She loved the holidays and I’ve never been able to enjoy them like I used to before she passed. I can’t believe I’m older than my mother and that is another thing that I’m finding difficult to accept and embrace. This journey of aging and not recognizing the face in my mirror.
Tell him you love him!!
I look in the mirror and wonder" who is that?" OH IT"S ME!!!! I am going to stop dusting my mirrors!!! LOL....I know just how you feel though about your sweet Mom...gone way too soon..and anxiety for me seem to depend so much on if I am dehydrated!...So I drink a lot of water in the morning and it helps!!...much love to you and Merry Christmas, Susan & Desi
I’m 57 and I agree… being protective of today and making it productive and valued is wise advice. Love this episode!
From a 45 year old woman terrified of growing old and losing myself , thank you. Is it silly that I cried all through this but thoroughly enjoyed it and found comfort in your words and experiences. When times are hard , it’s people like u who help me 😌
Susan, I'm 68+. . . 2020-2022 were so challenging re: my health. . . someone below wrote it (which I believe you addressed in an earlier video) "we're all just walking each other home." You were SO articulate, describing how most of us actually FEEL and this is the first "today" each day at our age(s)! Some of our days are amAzing, some not-so-much and some mornings we'd prefer to stay snuggled in our beds! And the spectrum of all those days rock-N-roll us forward. . . Our attitudes can shift the rhythm of our day if we allow it, I believe! And if Victor Frankl can survive a concentration camp by adjusting his mindset/attitude, we can keep our own minds from being imprisoned as well! Those are my thoughts and each of us here has their own words of wisdom to share! As for DEAR DESI, 🤣that silly hat was hilarious and he's such a sport to entertain us! I started laughing at our King of the Snow! Honestly Susan, you are One Sassy Hoot of a Lady! YOU make me proud to be in such good company! This is my Saturday night date and I'm privileged to be here! Thank you for sharing so much of yourself/your life/your home, Hal and your history, which has been challenging, and has made you the special woman you are today! Can't wait til next week! 💝
Me too😊
Hi Susan! This was definitely a Special Evening with YOU! I am happy to hear Hal is feeling much better and look forward to seeing you two on camera again come January. I shall never understand why any woman would be mean and verbally rude to another woman. We need to be here for each other. I so LOVE watching your weekly videos. You are Beautiful inside and outside ❤
That crown on Dezi’s head nearly made me lose it with such laughter. He’s like…. I will do anything for my Mommy ❤ Precious!
He is our snow bunny!!!!! Love you Sandra!!!!
Hi Susan I love your videos. I have two doggies that bring us so much joy as Desi does you. I’m 81 and still looking forward thru the good and not so good days. Life is precious I plan to enjoy as much as I can.❤❤❤
I don’t have bad days normally but I do have a few during this time of year especially since I have gotten older. Missing the strongest women in my family that have departed too soon, my Mom and Grandmother. But I do get a smile when I see your videos weekly and a big kick out of Desi. Merry Christmas to you and yours.
Days like that I just get in my car and drive to town . Maybe just sit in a parking lot and watch people. Makes me think I’m a part of something 😮
Susan, you hit the nail on the head in this video. Thank you for expressing things that most of us are unable to verbalize. Love you❣️
Age is wisdom and calm. The 40 year old has a lot to learn. I’m 68 and have pulled myself through 2 divorces one which nearly killed me mentally. Therapy has been my go to as I continue to absorb and self educate. My calm is hiking with my dogs❤️ watching an awesome movie
“It’s Complicated” and have a cocktail. Taking the time to look at my home that I bought and made my own and am so proud of. Each day I strive to be a better person! Looking at the positives is a learned ability that will make your life happier…😘
I love that movie!!!
I really love this video. I recently found myself in a rehab center connected to a nursing home. I went to my doctor's, was sent to the ER, and next thing you know I'm in the surgical suite. The woman's quick response that she deleted infuriated me! We have a future that is full of love hope and gratitude even in the darkest and unpredictable times. Things shift. Changes happen. It amazed me how there was something special revealed in every day. I'm home now. Grateful I'm here. Whew, that was a close call. I've got something more to do here! You and Desi are precious. I hope you have a blessed Christmas in your new home.
So glad you are back home. What an encouraging message! 🙏❤️🫡
Keep moving. Even if it’s up & down from your chair! Way to go! You are HOME! God bless you!
I am 77 and the best part of being this age; and above ground, is the ability to stay in the present. Living in the Presence. Then I can celebrate and find joy in the most simple activities. I treasure that and boy have I earned this ability.
I too am 77, a widow of 13 years and yeah, I get it❣️Thank you for putting my thoughts to words🤗
When I have a bad day, I read the word of God, listen to praise music or jazz, gowalking, call friends. I try to not stay there and feel sorry for myself. Love your channel and can most definitely identify with you. Love seeing Desi. The little hat on him made me smile. Keep encouraging us. I am 67 and love my life. It is a blessing to be older
Kenneth- you are so right!! I agree 💯!! God is what keeps me going when I feel overwhelmed!! I’m able to endure hard times because of His great love and mercy!! Many blessings to you and your family!!🙏🙏🙏😍😍😍
God has been good to all of us all the time🙏🏼👑🎄🍥🪅
I will be 69 years old in January, and I am truly alone. It is difficult coping being in this situation, along with health problems. I try to plan my days to have even a tiny thing to look forward to. I know I am here by the grace of God. I am hoping the New Year will bring about positive things for me. You and your sweet little Desi bring a tear to my eyes, and a smile at the same time. Thank you Susan for being so in tune with what women go through. God's blessings to you and sweet little Desi. ❤🙏
Merry Christmas! I hope you go see some lights and enjoy a coffee…..I feel less alone now in my hotel room now that I reached out to someone like you.
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Hi Heather, How are you today? It was so nice of you to reply to my comment. Thank you. There are so many women in our situation. I know God is with me all the time. I hope God is a part of your life too. He is the one constant being I can depend on. I wish you God's blessings, and a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 🙏❤️
Same for me..God bless you .
@@josiedickson6959 Hi Josie, I want to wish you a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year. God's blessings to you always. ❤️🙏
I’m 64 and so thankful for everyday! When I get down I try to remember all the things like having the ability to walk with these chubby and strong legs. There are people that would give anything to have legs to walk with etc. life is a grand adventure and I surround myself with positive people. The older I get the more I love a quiet life filled with my family and friends, Thank, you for sharing your beautiful life with us.💕
Great video. When I'm having a bad day I put on my Christian contemporary music and turn it up loud. Music is always my answer and puts me in a different mindset. Desi is just the sweetest. Have a wonderful week Susan!
I do the same thing. I love Brandon Lake.
Love your honesty Susan. Thanks for sharing and validating what we all feel from time to time.
Susan, I am so glad you addressed the comment the 40yo made who is having the time of her life. That person cannot possibly know what it's like to be in your late 60's and comprehend how life can change so easily and shape you differently as a person, even by the time you get to your 50s.
Although I am not quite 60, I certainly can recall how different I was at age 40.
As you mentioned, not all people get to live into their 60's, 70's or 80's and if you do, you live life through a different lense, usually more simply because you value things differently.
My mother didn't live past 51yrs, way too young. Particularly as I now have had more birthdays than she ever did, I only hope I get to enjoy another 30 years of life.
What a beautiful blessing that we can watch a cheerful positive person share her wisdom of life...that is you Susan.
Seriously, why would a viewer expect a person to film on a downer day. Lets face it, if you are on a downer, you're not going to want to film yourself or even do anything to upload that video. You're also not going to attract an audience that seeks comfort in your words.
It's sad that younger folk can look so critically on ageing people.
I think you do a wonderful job of bringing hope, joy, wisdom to people's lives in your special way. And well done for addressing the comment, even if it was deleted.
I so agree with your well written comment about this. And then I remembered how I felt a few years ago during one of the lockdowns. I was miserable, grumpy and in a whole different head space. I had made some comments that were not so nice on some social media sites and to friends as well. What I realize is that I was not in a good place then I was taking it out on others. My point is perhaps this Ms 40 was/is in a bad place as she wrote her comment and then posted it. And then she realized that perhaps she was too harsh and removed it. I'm in my mid sixties and my future is whatever it will be, as everyone else's is and will be. Right? Onward we good as best we can. 🙂
My mom passed 2 yrs ago next month. Dementia. She was 92. I spend my holidays alone now that she's gone. Hearing you speak on your mom, how you wish she could see, be apart of your relationship with the grandbabes touched me to tears. She is there, seeing it, just on the other side of the vale. Talk to her, acknowledge her, she will answer in a hushed way. My mom sends me butterflies when I am feeling lonely, low, my hope thin. I will be outside doing something and one will appear. They are with us. It's tough, I know. But, you always give me boost, a brighter hope for tomorrow.
Merry Christmas Susan from your pen pal Lisa ❤️
Yes! They are with us. God bless you!
Susan, I love your content every time. I connect with some part of it. I don’t comment often, but felt the need to do so. I am 59 and have my up and down days. I divorced 23 years ago and went through stage 4 breast cancer at same time. It was a long fight but totally worth it. It’s been 23 years I have 2 sons and three grandchildren, 2 dogs one cat . I foster dogs that also need love. I am grateful everyday I wake up , yes loneliness come and goes but I have to remember life is a gift that doesn’t come to easy to everyone. I have never remarried and have those moments that maybe life would be fuller with someone.
Every time I read or hear of someone who has fought and beaten cancer, it gives me hope. Thank you! What a full life you've created for yourself! I too love Susan's content! Such a lovely person who enriches our weeks!
Always wear pearls they light up you're face and life ,trust me ,it's true.😊
Susan, Our health makes all the difference. All I’ve been able to do the last 4 years is to take things day by day. My health has declined due to persistent AFib, which took sometime to diagnose. I had a surgical procedure that went sideways and after nearly 2 months in the hospital-with a sunny outlook-I’m gradually getting better. Everyone that sees me is shocked how good I look. I may appear positive, strong and brave, but I have difficult days. Yes, some days are a struggle. Remaining grateful is the key. Thank you for your weekly sharing. I always look forward to it. 💕💕💕
Yes gratitude is a true gift. I really wish you all of the best and hope you don't have many days when you are struggling.
@@user-bz3ul4pb8m Thank you! It’s getting better. Be well!
Susan, I enjoy your gentle reflections on life.
I am 61 and my 40s, in particular, were a very turbulent time, with tragedy striking my family. I was also a single parent. What that taught me was to be thankful for the peaceful, quiet, times in life, when nothing momentous is happening.
Of course I enjoy the exciting moments that occur from time to time, but some of the best times are just the enjoyment of small pleasures.
I never feel lonely, because having experienced an abusive marriage, the absence of drama is balm to the soul. Now I can do what I want, decorate my home how I wish and be totally myself. I regularly see one of my sons, as he lives nearby, but the other lives in NYC and I am in the U.K. I am so happy for him and his girlfriend- they are living their ‘best life’.
Being 60+ feels good. I live frugally, as I learned to budget after years of living as a single parent. The money I save goes on little treats like aesthetic treatments. Consequently, I know I look young for my age and that helps my confidence. I try to plan things to look forward to and I have lots of hobbies (like you, I love thrifting and up-cycling things for my home).
Later years are a gift and can be the most rewarding time of our lives. ❤️
Thank you 🙏 for these videos that you put your heart into, Susan. I’ve admired you for a while now. I’ve been divorced since 2019, and moved in with my mom. We loved thrifting together like you. I just lost mom November 3rd this year to cancer. I needed to hear the words you just said about ‘fighting for my happiness, and mom would be cheering me on’ and I knew she, God whatever was speaking through you to me. I really needed to hear this. So, thank you. I know I’m mourning, but, I feel she wants me to shine at 61 years old, not let myself stay in the pain for too long. I just had to share how in awe I was listening to your beautiful message.
❤ I love you and Desi
(& Hal)
I'm so sorry for your loss. ❤
You need time to grieve but try to remember the happy times. I really wish you happiness.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Thank you, ladies, for reaching out with ❤ and kindness. I truly appreciate it.
Excellent video! Us women over 60 yrs old have alot to look forward to....also I am glad you brought up the discussion of feeling disconnected when you look at the TV. I sometimes feel the same. Where are those realistic men and women over 60 still moving forward in their lives represented in those commercials? Great topic
Susan, you have a beautiful house and you have a beautiful bunch of decorations and I am so proud of you
I am looking forward to the arrival of my first great grandchild next July! I am 76 and I am excited for each day that I am gifted! My bad days are days that make me even more grateful for the good ones that come. Susan… you are precious. Your optimism and gratitude give me the nudge.. that inspires me to keep going when some days are filled with being overwhelmed, tearful, or engaged in a self pity party where I am the only one attending. Sometimes I wish this world wasn’t changing so fast, that people weren’t becoming so callus, that hatred and disrespect wasn’t so present. But then I think maybe that new baby coming will be the change, the hidden light we all need, the hope for a better future we all want. My little great grand child will be that for me anyway . The baby that was born so long ago in a stable will always be our light, our hope, our peace, our proof that each day we are gifted can be a chance for us to be that to someone else. Merry Christmas Susan ….Blessings and love wished for you always❤️
You nailed it, the feeling of disconnect always sends me into a downward spiral. I try to pull myself out by talking to my husband, holding my beautiful kitties, letting the grief come and go like a wave, thinking about how difficult other people have with their problems, naming things I feel grateful for, speaking my truth to someone I trust, painting, taking a walk, listening to music, reaching out to someone, and taking a creative “ wander” in a store, antique mall, art museum, or park. What usually snaps me out of it quickly is being around my grandchildren. They are so joyful it’s infectious. Your videos are beautiful, honest and heartfelt. I look forward to them and seeing Desi. He just kills me. ❤️ Thank you for creating your videos, whether you’re in a good mood or not, doesn’t really matter. It’s the truth about what it’s like being an older woman and all that goes with that, that is interesting. So happy you are feeling love for someone. And I understand you’re being scared. Our old wounds can keep us stuck. But I believe in “Allowing what is” in the present.
You’re gorgeous, talented, funny, loving, sensitive. He’d be lucky to have you love him. 💕 Have a great week and give Desi a kiss for me.
Your words hit home for me. I do the same… I have to get out of my zone… and window shop…or buy ingredients to bake a simple treat…thank you for your post!
As always Susan , you emulate Grace and Dignity
I am now 80yrs , living alone , I love feeding my little birds who
Come to my balcony for the little suet bark buds I get for them.
And place in a small dish .this one of my many joys in life
My life has dwindled away, I am blessed to have my adult children.
Only yesterday while writing my Christmas cards for the mail
My eyes caught a photography of my son whom died at age 50yrs
The photograph was a school photograph , he only 11yrs in his uniform
He is looking straight at the camera 🎥 we were an Irish family before emigration
To Canada . I suddenly wept at the memory of his beauty and gracefulness.
He had lived a very good life , full of compassion for the Homeless .
I could write a book .
I am grateful for you Susan and wee Desi. Each week as I look forward to your weekly vlog
May you be blessed abundantly with all the love ❤️you impart onto others.
Mary Canada 🇨🇦
Bless you Mary. Write your book. Hugs.
Best advice I’ve ever received is turn off the tv. Or at the very least mute the commercials. It’s true “programming” and it tempts one to compare. Since I’ve “tuned out” I’m more at peace with and accepting of myself and have way less anxiety. Just my perspective. Thanks for your beautiful, heartfelt videos. I’m so grateful. I’m 63 and counting… ❤
I turned 70 in September! I never would have guessed when I was in my forties that I would be entering my seventies with so much joy. I don’t worry about getting older. I’ve had a wonderful life and continue to have one. I’ve had many heartaches and many losses but my goodness I’ve been blessed beyond measure. My dear husband is in a memory care unit, I lost my dear little dog who was my best little buddy for fifteen years, and my dear father in law passed a week after my beloved dog a few months ago. I know how lucky I’ve been to have such wonderful memories and the ability to look forward to many new experiences. I’ve loved every decade of my life! I sure hope the young lady who thinks she has the best life ever continues to think that as she experiences losses and the not so good times. Life is precious and it’s filled with the good, the bad, and the ugly but we are still blessed in so many ways.
Susan, we’re all waiting to hear how your recent date went with the preacher, which you said that you would share with us? Others have asked you the same question!
Would love to know about your date. :)
I'm doing what I do with my grandchildren......waiting until they are ready to talk about it. Sometimes it takes a while to get to know someone and to decide whether (as in ocean travel).....Slow Ahead..... Full Steam Ahead....or Stop.
Love you Susan! I had already turned off the computer (which is how I comment), and I was on Roku watching your video -- always love Saturdays! Sometimes I save yours til Sunday afternoons because I always enjoy it so much! But oh golly what a couple of perspectives were shared wtih you! I'll be 70 right after the first of the year, living alone after death did us part, and I wouldn't take a ticket back to 40 again if I could! I just want you to hear I track with you! I get hope every time I watch -- I want to end up in a house again myself! I love your show! Thank you! Jesus love us! Yippee!
Agreed. I had a stroke 7months ago.I feel like every day is a gift from the creator.😊
Winter IS full of life. My backyard is chirping and singing around feeders: sparrows, finches, chickadees, nuthutches and downies. and bluejays. And there is Florek,my friendly thief- the squirrel.
Hi Susan. Thank you for your candor and bravery in looking at some deep things. One thing I need to say is that I am so tired of the expectations that society burdens us with. I truly wish that we would look more to what is on the inside of people than how we appear on the outside. I also have self esteem issues and I get bogged down thinking about how I look, and how that affects how others treat me sometimes. But I know we don't have to adopt or cooperate with that thinking. At 67 years old, I know I have a future, and I know I won't surrender my joy to others. I am about to start learning woodworking and I am uber-excited! Wishing you a blessed and joy-filled week❤
Go for it and I wish you success😊
😊
Auntie Susan you are old enough to know better but too old to care . You are double blessings . You love us as mother or elder wise sister and you act like friend . You have ears to listen to us , your love and caring never ending , beside your heart that made of gold .
I just love Desi in that hat/tiara! SOOO darn cute!
When I have a down day, I remind myself to grant myself Grace and to be gentle on myself. My husband had a stroke almost 6 years ago, 6 months before retirement. It’s been life changing for both of us. So we both have our bad days for sure! His stroke has changed my perspective on life. On the days that I struggle I take my dog for a walk and get sunshine and move about. It helps. I also go in my art studio and give myself permission to play! Getting “out of my own head is the best way to cope! If you know what I mean!
A 70 year old has done more living than a 40 year old! Her comment was rather pompous and arrogant! I would discount her “well meaning “ advice as inexperienced and insensitive! The longer I live the more respect I have for older people! As the saying goes, “getting old ain’t for sissies!” So true!!😂😂😆
I miss my Mom, but I remember her strength. That gives me strength. If I need a good cry, I can look at her picture.
Hello Susan. I’m so happy to hear you are in love… I enjoy your vlogs. I just love you and Desi! Much love. ❤
Susan, what a truly special video. I relate to everything you have said. I sincerely believe your mum does see you being happy and is still with you, watching you with pride. Her beautiful daughter is touching so many women across the world with her genuine warmth and wisdom...your mum would be so proud!❤❤❤
Yes it truly was special, Susan has such a gift of words and knows from the heart how to express them
😊yes she surely does!😊
Susan is a light in so many of our lives ❤
I totally agree! I think she gives us all strength in our daily lives.😊
I'm 74 and things are changing fast,I remind myself we get a new body in heaven!
I lost my dog of eleven years last summer. I’m still grieving and miss my boy terribly. Thank you for sharing your Desi. I absolutely love him! ❤
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful boy. I lost my beloved Tagger in 2017. It took two years for me to be able to walk past dogs or pet them without crying. Losing my dog caused physical pain for me. Now, I am so grateful for the love he brought to my family and the lessons that he taught me. I wish you peace and joyful memories forever.
Sending condolences and love your way. I hope the pain will ease soon. They are precious.
@@RS-cj5fv It is physical pain. It gives new meaning to “heavy heart”. I’m sorry for your loss. ❤️
@@suzettecooper382 Thank you. I think Desi belongs to all of us. It helps to see him on these videos. ❤️
...because we always have...thank you for putting into words my feelings of battling the win. You dear Susan are such a gift and I can't wait until Saturday evening rolls around just to say hello...May your week be happy joyous and one filled with wonder. Much love to yoU n Desi 🤍 🐾 🎄...ps 3 cheers for Hal!
Susan, from the moment I found you, I found a new friend..my Saturday night date😊. I'm 73, list the love of my life (after a couple of tries,,), then he passed 9 yrs ago. Moved home to Kansas 🥴...life is interesting. My mother always told me...24 hrs, give every hard time, 24 hrs. I love you and your outlook, it mirrors mine. life is as good as we make it. I have to wonder though...why are there so many cruel people...sad for them. Take good care and carry on sister 🙏🫶
Oh Susan, that 40 year old doesn't know what she's talking about. I think the older we get the less stress we have. I am free to go where I want and do what I want. Even though I miss my husband and my kids aren't always with me. Being alone isn't so bad. I volunteer once a week at our local charity thrift shop. It's so much fun, I meet new people and get first pick on all the goodies that come in. You really hit the nail on the head about loneliness. I grew up with 3 older brothers, who left home when I was in elementary school. My parents were older and didn't pay that much attention to me. So I think I grew up alone also. So now in the twilight of my life, now that I'm alone again. I feel like I come full circle. and like you, I don't feel bad when I'm alone.
I am your age and look forward every week to your videos. Been on my own since 1997 after a nasty divorce. Raised my two children and worked two jobs to keep a roof over our heads. But I wouldn't be the independent 69 year old I am today without those ups and downs. Through financial hard times and health issues I managed to keep my children safe and secure as my priority. Dated a little in my 40"s but the kids never met any them. I kept them safe that way. However I never let anyone get to close. Now my girlfriends and my grandchildren are far more important to me than romantic love, and I am lucky to have them. I am grateful every day I wake up on this side of the ground and am most certainly not ready to give up on life yet. You are right, I am not dying today. (I used to say that to my patients when they got discouraged. I worked as a nurse in oncology for years.) Far from it, I get to do what I like each and every day good or bad. We have earned that. Thank you for always sharing your thoughts with us. P S. your mother was watching over you as you played with your grandchildren and she would have been overjoyed to see you so happy Susan.
Well said! Thank you so much for being here!!! Merry Christmas! Susan & Desi
Talking to God, praying, reading His Word, knowing He loves me and is always with me, makes me so happy.
Love you and Desi from South Africa xoxo
Desi always puts a smile on my face if I've had a bad week. That face in a hat....no words 😅
Every day is a gift. I’ll soon be 73 and every morning I wake up to a sign on the wall: “It’s a beautiful day. Don’t f**k it up.” Just a reminder to appreciate all that is good in my life and to not get in my own way.
I have been quietly watching you for over a year and I have to say you have always been very real and authentic and that’s what keeps me coming back.
I appreciate the honest views you have about aging and life it’s so refreshing. ❤
Your comment about your dear friend who had cancer and has passed resonated with me as I feel so fortunate to be in my sixties when many of my dear friends did not get to reach this age, losing their battles with mental health, cancer and heart issues no longer getting to be with their children and grandchildren - we’ve so very, very much to be so thankful for every single day and to live and love for ourselves and for those who are no longer with us 🙂💕
I am so happy to hear Hal is doing better!!!! Susan, you inspire me every time I watch you !!!!!!! You always bless my heart!!!! I thank God for you !!!!!♥♥♥
I ordered my Chjristmas present for the winter - a massage pad and a SAD theraphy light for those dark winter days - a nice hot salt bath, some herbal tea and a massage is a great way to cozy up in the coming cold evenings. And if the winter gets too dark, I can turn on my SAD theraphy light for a few minutes to energize me again mentally and emotionally.
Sweet Susan ❤. I love walking also. It truly helps with mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. On this journey of life, I have had a lot of downtimes. We each have a different experience and a different perspective on living life. Circumstances can knock us down and I have learned a lot from those times. It’s taken me 67 years to realize I am valuable enough to create boundaries and not allow toxic relationships anymore. At 40 I had no clue how to deal with the trauma I’ve been through. Satan wants me to believe I am too old for the future God has in store for me. I rebuke that lie. God has protected me and spared my life many times over the years. I’m thankful for every single day of life. I believe we could be twins in the same lifetime but don’t know it. Our lives are similar in many ways.
Thank God I found your UA-cam channel. You have helped me so much. I’m afraid to love again because of the pain of my past. I love you and Desi! He is adorable. My mom is gone and I miss her terribly 😢. But I can’t stay stuck there either. God bless you and your family! I am so sorry for the comment someone made. At 40, I didn’t have the wisdom or knowledge to say that to someone. Especially someone as sweet as you are 😊
Wow just wow you crushed it Susan! That 40 year old will have her turn too! Age is a number! I’m still 30 in my heart!🥰🤗💗🌷💕
That is someone who still has some growing up to do, someday she will be here and if she doesn’t think about her future I think that is sad. I love how you decorated your house it’s so comfy and inviting. I really enjoyed that video, I like all of your videos. Desi you are so so cute🥰. Thank you for sharing, you help me get through my week. ✨❄️
Susan I will be 70 on Dec 14!! Yes; I was married for 24 years and 2 grown sons but divorced years ago and thought it can be challenging alone but I'd rather be alone than with a miserable mean soul!! I'm blessed to have a active social life with close friends. My friends have lost husbands threw death but we don't dwell on sad stuff and all the drama!! It bores us because we love to laugh and share today not old junk from decades ago. Lol. Just yesterday I called a friend saying I'm feeling that grip of being lonely now let's go eat lunch at the sports bar!! It really helped and I felt happy and so did she!! I saw a group of about 12 young boys and they must of been 15 yrs old on their bikes. As I was next to them in the parking lot. One cutest one said " Hi beautiful!! I snapped back "my place or yours??" His friends died laughing as he was speechless!! I laughed all the way home at how silly it was. I could be his granny. Ya gotta have fun
I can tell Desi doesn't like to wear a hat. The look he has is "I'll wear it to please Mom..but I'm so embarrassed." LOL! He is adorable. Another beautiful video! Thank you.
Amen sister! I'm 67 and retired. I'm planning an April trip to Scotland with my yoga instructor and fellow yoginis. AND, I'm planning an October trip to the Amalfi Coast/Italy with my childhood girlfriends. I have down days, but I turn those emotions around and thank God for all, good and bad, he presents to me. Keep rock'n it Susan. You're doing it all just fine. You can't please all of the people all of the time. Please #1, YOU!❤
I talk to my husband every night when I go to bed...he passed almost 3 years ago. He used to comment on your videos as he passed thru the living room! 😂 I always tell him how much I miss him and how much I (still) love him. I asked him the other night to "give me a sign" to let me know he's hearing me every night....by golly, the very next day, I got THREE signs from him! Truly! It made my day! I thanked him....and now, I know, he's right here with me!
Susan, what a beautiful message. Thank you for always being so insightful. I laughed aloud when I saw Desi in his snowflake headband. He is doing his best to appease his Mama! Happy Holidays!
Greetings from 🇦🇺 Susan😊 a beautiful vlog. So very timely for where I am at this moment. I needed to hear that I’m not alone and that there are many others I’m sure, who are faced with difficulties and challenges around ageism, family, grief & loss. Thank you for your insights & wisdom 😊 Alice
I will be 82 this month, I still drive, I go out for lunch, I go to flea markets, garage sales, thrift stores, busy. Yes there are some bad days, but keep going it's worth it.
Hello dear Susan,
I am 72 and living alone for a long time. I can relate to every word you spoke so well.
Thank you for that.
🙏✨️
Love from.Amsterdam
You answered so kindly to this quite immature 40 years old. Elegant and kind You !! Very lovable lady…
There is a time to Grieve and a time for Joy. “Embrace the Grace” ❤️
I am so glad the 40 year old doesn't know what life may be like when she is 60 and above. When I was 40, I didn't know l would be divorced and on my own at 60. I have my sad days but I am happy most of the time. My story is not over yet ❤
I am starting all over, took 3 years to get out of a very difficult marriage and the tragic death of my youngest son. My eldest son is estranged, I don’t know if it’s survivors guilt, or me divorcing but I accept his limited involvement. It cost me 80k in atty fees. I may have to come out of retirement but am unsure as physical limitations. I had a very lucrative career, rental properties, savings, travel, vacations, involved with charities, president of women’s club and was quite happy. I married a high end grifter. I dropped fake toxic poser friends and my focus has totally changed. Prayers for all of you this Christmas season. I am grateful for my daughter and grandsons.
Susan! I love your videos and seeing you and Desi at the end of every one always makes me smile. :) he is such a precious pup and I’m so glad you found him. ❤
I turned 52 today and I am very proud of you.
Yes, we have good and bad days but we are still here.
I appreciate all your videos. They bring me joy❤.
Thank you!
Happy birthday! 🤗🌻
Hi Susan, you are right, the negative 40 year old woman has it all wrong. She will learn, she's still young. I'm 75 and here to tell her she needs to be more grateful for what she has and experiences. Sadly, she must feel really bad right now, and I think we all can relate because the past few years have been challenging to say the least. But, Susan, you make me feel like I"m doing better than better when you , AND Desi, share your home and stories with us, well, it makes me smile, especially when Desi is frolicking in his back yard! I love seeing your decorating accumen and have tried a lot of your art in my own home. I love thrifting! When I get a compliment on something, I tell them, "Got the idea from Susan, The Little Poet and her Desi."
Poor Desi looked embarrassed. When I am having a bad day I talk to God. I lay my feelings at His feet and after our conversation I feel so much better. He gives me so much peace and love!!