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Over 50 and Watching the Olympics?

I am watching the olympics like crazy.  I know some people are just ignoring them, but this is the one time of year when you see all the dedication, teamwork, energy, spirit and goal setting coming to fruition.  I am so proud of the athletes when they're interviewed because they are humble, happy and have a "no excuses" attitude, which I think is amazing.

Of course, all this athleticism, makes me want to go out and pump iron even more than I do, but I realize my joints may not appreciate it.  These people are in their prime and as such have opportunities in front of them that may just be for right now.  Regardless, they are learning a way of life that will translate into whatever they choose in the future.

Many of them will become coaches themselves, and all these lessons will be part of their repetoire.  And if they go into business, they will also utilize the persistence, ethics and enthusiasm of these events. 

I just had another birthday, and I am still learning, and that's why this over 70 gal likes watching the olympics.

Boomers and Valentines Day

Yesterday was Valentine's Day and I spent it with my kids, granddaughter and great grandson.  We went out to dinner and it was wonderful to see all the families that were there with their younger and older relatives (many in wheelchairs).  Reminded me of how much my Mom loved going out to dinner no matter how difficult it was.

Of course, I wished all my animals a Happy Valentine's Day as well, as they are the ones who keep me company all the time.  Boomers are interesting folk because they are sandwiched between young and old and seem to be the peacekeepers and managers of both.  It always amazes me when someone introduces their son or daughter and they're in their 60's or 70's (which used to be old) and now they are still "kids" to their moms and dads.

I am also enjoying the olympics.  Although I'm not a huge sports fan, I love watching them because of the quality, integrity, enthusiasm, dedication and spirit of the athletes.  The discipline these athletes have will take them into everything they do in their future lives.  They will always be successful because of their approach to life.  They don't take anything for granted and work hours, months and years for their few seconds or minutes of fame.

And they are humble.  When they win, they are thrilled, and when a teammate wins, they are thrilled.  Wouldn't it be nice if everyone was like that?

Spunky Old Broad Month

This is the official month for all Spunky Old Broads.  We are an official holiday and have been getting a lot of coverage about this.  I have discovered more S.O.B.'s than you can possibly imagine.  I spoke to one of our members and her name is Mary Earl.  She lives in Canada and is known as the "groovy grandma" and works as a clown.

Isn't that fantastic?  When some of you ask me what you can do that's fun and different, just look at what Mary does.  Now you may not want to be a clown (but think of how many smiles you'll bring), but I'm sure if you get your imagination working, you'll come up with something fantastic as well.

We just finished the Super Bowl here and it was a wild weekend.  We had terrific weather and the game was great.  I thought the game was much better than the commercials but that's just my opinion!  it just shows you that you never know how any event will turn out, and if you work hard and are focused, you can be a winner, even when no one thinks you can.

Snow is blanketing the east right now and makes me thankful I am in Miami Beach.  Take care and I'll see you soon

Spunky Old Broad Month

Yes, today is the beginning of Spunky Old Broad month.  And yes, I am the originator of the event and of course, you know that I'm the original Spunky Old Broad.  We have a brand new website at http://spunkyoldbroad.com  if you want to take a peek, and if you are interested in leaving a testimonial, either in text, video or audio, you can do so at http://spunkyoldbroad.com/tme/comment

You can also click on the site where it says testimonials, or Ask Gayle and it will prompt you as to how to do it.  This is our third year of holding this event.  We started out with a day and it became so popular, we went to an entire month.  Join us in having something spectacular in your own area and celebrate who you are.  And be sure to let us know what it is you are doing!

I went out with a new friend who is also an S.O.B. and even though she is legally blind she doesn't let that stop her one iota.  She works with her computer, plays bridge, plays the piano, loves fine art and her wonderful pup.  Whatever your situation, you can always make it better by taking action and not feeling sorry for yourself.

It is raining like crazy today so I am staying inside doing all this typing kind of work.  Just want to mention that since I love the warm weather and sunshine and hate sitting behind a computer in mos cases.