CAN A WOMAN REALLY BE
FABULOUS AFTER FIFTY?
By Bill Ellis
SCOTT DEPOT, WV (ANS) -- If
you want a quick answer to that question you need to get in touch with
Shirley Mitchell who lives in Albertville, Alabama. It is one of the
best places in all the world to live. Happy children, learning and
growing teenagers, energetic and productive adults, and lots of
terrific seniors are its citizens.
If you cannot see Shirley in person you can go to your local
bookstore
and purchase a copy of the book FABULOUS AFTER 50, which she has
written with Jane Rubietta, published by New Leaf Press. They will, no
doubt, write other books about life being “Super after 60”,
“Sensational after 70”, “Exciting after 80” and “Noble after 90”.
 Shirley and
Jane are filled with a positive attitude and high energy. I
will mention a few things from their book (to whet your appetite for
your copy) and add some of my thoughts about making life, at whatever
age, an enjoyable experience.
Too many people seem to be in a rush to be old. You may become older
without being old -- old in attitude, spirit, thinking and action. I
once knew a man, about 65 years of age, who shuffled along with slumped
shoulders, pushing out front a lot of extra weight, with thinning gray
hair. A friend said, “He has finally become the old man he always
wanted to be.”
We have all met people who were old at fifty. We have also known women
and men who seemed to be young all of their life no matter how many
years they had accumulated. They were determined to stay alive as long
as they lived.
There are, of course, health problems that rob the body of its
strength. Disease attacks millions much too early in life. Accidents
take their toll. Heartaches and tragedies can almost destroy life.
Those of us who are younger, and stronger should do all we can to
assist others to a better quality of life.
Dr. Stephen Smith said, “In our office we never speak of anyone being
old until they are at least 90 and then we just say they are older.”
There is something enjoyable about going to baseball games, soccer
matches, swimming meets and all kinds of other youth events and seeing
older people cheering them on. When you get too old to be a star player
you can become a star spectator.
I recall saying, when I was in my twenties, “When I am in my 70’s I
will continue to wear red neckties and have a red handkerchief in my
coat pocket. I’ll keep my weight under control, exercise each day, keep
a baseball and a couple of gloves in my car in case I meet a youngster
who would like to catch my knuckle ball.” I look forward to doing it
that way.
My wife, Kitty, with whom I will celebrate another wedding anniversary
on June 4, is one of those beautiful women who will be fabulous after
fifty. To me, she is as exciting as she was when I met her. We were
married when she was 23 and the years since have not diminished the
excitement, enthusiasm, and love she has brought to my life.
Shirley Mitchell writes about heritage, happiness, and hope in midlife.
As she discusses “the ageless women”, she states: “Living victoriously
is possible by embracing our spirituality.” This charming lady with the
contagious smile has written other books, writes a weekly newspaper
column, and speaks in conventions, conferences and retreats. You can
schedule her or order her books at: P.O. Box 607, Albertville, AL 35950
or by e-mail: smitch8538@aol.com.
May you may find fulfillment for tomorrow and discover that life can be
fabulous after 50. Enjoy living here and hereafter. There is nothing
like it.
Bill Ellis is a syndicated
columnist, and convention and conference speaker on every continent. He
is the writer of more than 1600 columns and widely known as a motivator
utilizing enjoyment of life and just plain fun and laughter while
speaking to high school, university and professional sports teams as
well as to business and professional groups of all kinds. His keen
understanding of human problems make him a favorite speaker for youth,
parent, and senior adult meetings. He is accompanied by Kitty, his
wife, favorite singer, editor and publisher.
For information on becoming a subscriber to the Ellis Column for your
newspaper or magazine, you may contact him at: BILL ELLIS, P.O.Box 345,
Scott Depot, WV 25560 or by calling: 304-757-6089. |
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