You brought back my favorite childhood memory! Picture this: I'm three years old. I'm at my grandparents' house on a warm evening. My grandfather is listening to the Dodgers on the radio while he grills hamburgers. We're in the back yard under the grape arbor and the whole place smells like grapes and hamburgers. I remember everything so vividly. My mom and dad and grandma and grandpa and baby sister were all around me and we were having so much fun listening to the radio and hearing the baseball game. It was perfect happiness. I'll be 68 next month, and I'm most concerned about maintaining relationships with my friends and family, being involved in my community in whatever form that takes, and remaining curious. There's so much to learn! Thank you, Susan and Desi. It was a wonderful video.
Oh such happy memories all revolving around hearing those baseball games on the radio and TV...grilled hamburgers and chicken and having this feeling that baseball brought us all together!! Much love to you!!!
AND here am I widowed yes I will live but what life can it be...without him surrounding me...his neat pile of books,,his beautoful shirts handpicked by me with love over the years hanging in the closet that caressed the body Imloved so? Gone...to be recycled in a Central American paca market by a another man who collected nautical ties for me to give my love who.l9ved first to sail then to cruise when our bodoes were no longer strong enough to sail and live upon the Caribbean Sea. My closets have space and I HATE it the gaps in my life. Ive lost 20 lbs not eating the regular meals I cooked for HIM as acts of love. My days have no structure,,no meaning, and watching sunrise above the volcano no longer thrills me anticipating the slow lazy easeful soft day he and I will pass together... walking the hill behind our home......til night falls and sleeping culred agai st each other lile two cats stretched out on our bed beneath the stars...the entire universe is a void without him. I try but cannot fill my days with trivial useless pursuits....cutting flowers aranging them in vases ever single act is empty....
@@latinaalma1947 Alma is my granddaughters name! I’m a widow too, and I feel everything you’re feeling. It’s so hard, but your love would want you to feel as much joy as you can. It will never be the same, but you will have joyful moments again. I’m sending you love and comfort from one widow to another. Be well. Be strong.
It took me about 1 week to get used to being single after divorce The joy I feel looking around the room and not seeing a man is glorious! There is no loneliness like the loneliness of being in a relationship and feeling unappreciated, unnoticed and TOTALLY alone while married!! I have been divorced for 29 years and wouldn't trade this peace for ANYTHING!!!
You betcha! Husband was anti-social for the most part, I did most things by my lonesome. I used to tell him "If I wanted to do things alone I'd a stayed single". Estate sale find was a painted Hallmark wine glass, NWT $24.95, stating "Who Needs a Man? I've got tv, a book, ME". Bought for $1.00. Female sale of an Aunt's property, I said to them "Ladies, really, NOBODY wants this?" Nobody did so I have it on my display shelf in my kitchen.
Hi Marsha, I appreciate your post. I have a question regarding this. I’m trying to cope with this new life…..can I send you an email? If so….what is your email address?
I’m the last surviver in my family. Literally, the last one. It seems odd at times, but mostly, I’m proud of myself for overcoming so many huge hurdles in life to be where I am today. I’m happier than I remember ever being before. You and Desi singing together, priceless thank you. ❤
My husband left me 10 yrs ago after 37 yrs of marriage. The first two years were rough, then I had to go into survival mode. Five years ago, I purchased my own home, and I’ve been striving to live in peace. I’ve had to eliminate toxic people from my life; this includes acquaintances, people I thought were my friends, and family members as well. I dated one man just 2 months ago, and he has anger issues, so I eliminated him from my life. I am 63 yrs old now, and I spent the first 53 years of my life being under the controlling thumb of my father, then my husband. I will never again “settle”. I may live alone, but I am not lonely. I want positivity in my life. I volunteer at my Church, with the Forest Service, and I help out elderly neighbors. If a man comes along who shares the same faith and values with me, that would be great. If no man comes along that shares my faith and values, that’s O.K. too. I will not sacrifice my peace, standards and boundaries ever again.
Wow, that's almost identical to me... Just out of a 37 year marriage. My entire life dominated by 2 very miserable men. My Father and husband. Single now and all I want is Peace. Much Love to you ❤ Lynn xxx
@@arlenelovelace18 you are SO right! Most men aren’t worth the room they take up. They want nurses and purses. They’re either spoiled by their mothers and wives or they are so egotistical and narcissistic (even when they’re repulsive looking) that they’re not suitable as mates! They want someone to cook for them and wash their dirty underwear!
I adjusted to living alone after my husband died in about two weeks! No one to tell me to be quiet, to turn off the light, to come watch the game, to go out to eat every night, to ask where I’m going, when I’ll be back, who I’ll be seeing; when to eat, what to eat; when to go to bed,and get up! Pshaw! I do why I want when I want; I don’t have to answer to anyone! I travel when and how I want to; I find I talk to many more strangers than when I was with my husband. Living alone is very freeing. If I want to stop somewhere, I stop if I want to cook at home, I do! If I don’t feel like going out, I stay home! FREEDOM!
@pamsmith7369 My friend said the same thing when she got divorced in her 40s with 2 young children. She never remarried, her live was taking care of her young children , friends and herself . She was always happy and never looked back .
I was just thinking about these things. GOD has to come first in order for our life like a river to flow. We cannot add one day to our life but what we eat and how we live will definitely play a factor in our health and quality of life we have been given. I try to take vitamins and reduce stress.
I had an arrogant "boss" one time who never missed an opportunity to tell me I was wrong. One day I stood up for myself and said "it's statistically impossible for me to be wrong 100% of the time" I wish I had a picture of his face. That day, I had the confidence to step outside of fear of losing my job. I quit a short time later and was given an opportunity of a lifetime. A new career that I loved. Keep going, Susan. You are awesome!
What a feeling of liberation to be able to stand up for yourself against a boss that is a bully! I have told my husband 'even a broken clock is right twice a day!' 😂
i am new to living alone. one month ago tomorrow i lost my sweet husband of 59 yrs. and i am lost. i don't know which way to turn. please keep me in your prayers, your videos are so soothing to me.
🙏🙏🙏…after my divorce some years ago I turned to God…went to church…got saved…♥️…never been happier, so peaceful…I pray you find your path of peace…🕊️…blessings..♥️
Met my husband when I was twelve and we were best friends. When he accidentally passed when I was in my mid fifties, it was like someone cut off an arm and stabbed me in the heart. Finding out who the real friends were was that knife being twisted within. Two things helped save my sanity. The first was my affiliation with God and the second was the surprise gift of an old acquaintance who was there to help lift me out of isolation. She turned out to be an alcoholic, glad to see someone suffering worse than herself. So, ultimately, the ONLY real saviour was God, for which I am forever thankful for creating a long list of magical healing occurrences for me. I will always miss my deceased husband and now that he's been gone 15 years, it saddens me to think he's never to be interested in the likes of me on this earth ever again. When there has been a good, loving marriage, I don't think we ever get over the loss entirely...at least, truthfully, I have not. And maybe I don't want to, as that would mean forgetting my darling and I want to remember him forever.
I strolled into my old town this week and went into this old jewelry shop. It was very old inside and had some neat things, but what I noticed was the elderly man running the shop with his dog. He had little buttons, the kind that when you push them they say a message. They were taped on the floor around the store and the dog would follow me throughout the store and push the buttons. One said “My name is Max” and “That would look good on you” and “Thank you for coming”. I was so amazed and I just sat and chatted with the man running the store and it just seemed so important to him that I was so amused by his dog and then I wanted to spend time chatting. I think at my age now it’s so important to just make people feel special and not feel alone because I know sometimes when I’m alone I get sad.
Oh that is so lovely that he took so much joy in seeing your reaction to the dog pressing the buttons and how clever was he to think of that let alone the dog for following you about pressing the buttons. You know the best thing you could have done that day was to share in conversation with him. I am sure you made his day. I am sure you won't forget him or his dog. Bless you and him.
I used to see my feelings as depression, and now I see it as a constant low-level sadness. There’s a difference to me. The sadness is so overwhelming. It makes me feel physically weak, emotionally lost. I’m an almost 73 yo widow and keep trying to feel useful and have meaning. I have hobbies, volunteer, and am a childless cat lady, and I always feel sad and lonely.
@@christinesmithduffy3372 You have meaning and purpose in life with every breath you take. You are here for a reason. You are an example to those you encounter. If it’s just a kind word to the cashier at the grocery store, dropping a nice note in neighbors mailboxes. Your 73 years on earth have taught you a LOT that those around you need. Share a smile and have a listening ear, the world is stressed right now, a smile goes a long way. I just prayed for you. ☮️
Growing older (75) has taught me that God and family is ALL that matters, I am driven to not leave this world without my children, their spouses, grandchildren (6) great granddaughter (1) know with every ounce of their being I LOVE the very air they breath! My mother left me with the opposite belief, it will not happen with mine. I tell my own they are beautiful, successes, special in every way. We must build up our own, it means everything to them. Discipline without wisdom and love is cruel. Discipline with love and understanding will create stable, happy people.
You are fortunate.unfortunately many, far too many adult children dont appreciate the love tbey received. Say parents owe those things and they dont owe parents for it. We live in a very bad time where families abandon their elderly and justfy it by claiming they didnt ask to be born. Society doesnt condemn, they agree...parents and family are better ignored .....for mental health.. Its stunning how nany find it a burden to waste time on their families. And they owe them nothing, not even a phone call.
@@c.h.5998I completely understand what ur saying. Luckily for me I had 2 sons-the youngest loves and does as much as he can for me and my ex-husband. The other wants absolutely nothing to do with us…
I was born in 1943. My mother was pregnant. She had dated the Airman for a few months, and found herself pregnant by a man she did not love and who did not love her. I was unwanted, an embarrassment that placed a demand on two people to marry. They did marry. I was born and within a matter of months, he was gone away to another wartime assignment and never looked back. When I was about 4 mother married another Airman. They were married for 63 years. In that whole time I rarely felt welcome in that home. Please don’t imagine that I was treated badly, because I was not. The thing of it was that I always knew I was participating in some kind of test. A test of gratitude for not being treated badly. It messed with my mind. I never overcame the mental image of that look of contempt on my stepfather’s face whenever I failed to measure up. The dynamics of living in that family were crippling in ways I cannot explain, even to myself.
I have come to know that I can say No - like tonight when I was invited out by a lady who doesn’t bring out the best in me and I graciously said I was unable to join her - and after this wonderful video I can say I spent the evening with a dear friend - thank you for being the voice of things that matter - thank you for being such a light in my world!!!
I agree totally, we are enough! I feel that's what we are ultimately here to learn. This video was so emotional for me. How beautiful Susan that you were there for that young woman with your wisdom. You filled her heart with love healing her sorrow. I have been learning to acknowledge the beauty within me and being honest and accepting of my areas to improve in. Then I feel real with my divinity and my humanness. Your videos are revealing even more the richness of your years and daily experiences. Thank you❤ ❤ Love the duo singing..you two are pros!
@@lindafolk4598 Thank you! If you go to TH-cam and type in Nova Rambo Martin, I try and explain my spiritual journey! I think you would be inspired! Namaste'!
You have desi to great you the morning which is awesome. I lost my sweet cat and two months later my husband. Moved to an apartment leaving our home of 33 years,neighbors and underwent hip replacement surgery. But at 81 I’m trytrying to fill my days with a few close girlfriends, TH-cam videos I enjoy, my wonderful adult kids and their families. I miss my husband of 52 years everyday, but I am grateful I had him for those years. I’m blessed and grateful for what I had and have. I sending you blessings. 💫💖
You were fortunate to have a good husband that you miss. So many women have experienced abusive relationships with their husband's. You still have so much. Animals are very healing.
Thank you for deleting nasty comments. They bring me down. Your posts are always so encouraging, inspirational, sometimes empathetic. Life is a series of ups and downs with no need to be nasty. ❤
There seems to be a lot of hurtful things said on many influencers pages. They all talk about it. I can’t help but think they are bots. Why so many and why now?
My mom lived to 96yrs, independently, and used to say, "I'll worry about it next Wednesday at 3 o'clock". She lived through some hard times but appeared not to dwell too long. She loved Mother Mary and passed at the end of me saying the Rosary to her, threw my tears. I'm the last of my core family and hope, like you said Susan, I pass on "They knew they were loved and to love who they are", even with some wort's. I don't celebrate being alone, but I choose it over being with toxic people and find other ways to entertain myself. Blessings to you and Desi.
Boy, I can so relate! Spent 4 days with former boyfriend smd discovered that time had changed him into a self asborbed guy who could only build himself up by putting me and my things down! So very surprised, hurt and done with him! I am working fulltime, live alone and slowly losing my eyesight--whjich is twerrobly scary! But I just keep going the bst I can! You do a great jpb!
My dear, that man treats everyone the way he treated you. He has not accomplished in his life what you have accomplished in yours. How do I know that? Success cannot be measured in dollars and cents and the things money can buy. True success is measured in how one manages the ups and downs of living. It is measured in facing challenges without a clue about what tomorrow holds and going on to take one more step. Trying one more time even when you are tired, frightened, sick, alone, depressed, without financial stability. Take no mind of anyone, especially an old boyfriend, who has nothing to offer but put downs.
Take lutein, zeaxanthin and bilberry extract! Has helped improve my eyesight. Omega 3 and vitamin B12 taken together has immediate impact on your brain function too!
We all are learning how to delete toxic people from our lives. Thank heavens the veils are lifting and we see we no longer have to take abuse so they feel better. Time for us to feel better! Yay!! That's a big homerun!
My mother gave me the best advice when I was in my early 30's. I was going through a very unfair and painful heartbreak. My reserve mother broke through my dense fog of pain with these quietly spoken words, "life is unfair at times, don't give up because even though you don't feel it now, things have a way smoothing out, sometimes quietly. You have never lived till you take a grandbaby in your arms.". Her smile showed me the love my children gave her. She was right. Give life a chance and look for the good things, no matter how small.
I love listening to all of you. I had an incident happen recently where I stopped in at my ex-boyfriends place to pick up something that belonged to me. He attempted to say something derogatory to bring me down. I simply turned to him and said "thank you for reminding me of why you are here and I'm over there". I felt a feeling of freedom as I drove the 100 mile trip home not looking back. But the look on his face when I left was priceless. He can't hurt me any more.
Thank you for helping me not feel alone tonight…I am 74…I lost my sweet husband 7 years ago and live alone…it’s hard but I am gradually getting use to it. I live on a very tight budget. I relate to everything you said about body aches, etc.🙏🙏🙏 Getting older is a challenge but I am so grateful … I think the hardest thing for me is not being able to make ends meet due to food, gas, upkeep on my home…Blessings to you and Dez 🙏💐🙏
Hey Janjones91.....just remember you are not alone in this. Many of us are facing these challenges too. Somehow, I find that helps, knowing that I'm not alone in my daily challenges. sj
Absolutely HEALTH! I am 61 and just started really taking care of my body 2 years ago. Tell your new friend please take VERY good care of herself at all times. I let myself go at about 30 after having my last child. I am fortunate that nothing happened to me before I took care of myself. Health is number 1!!
Who could be a "hater" of you sweet Susan? They must be just an old troll. 😕 Ignore those miserable old folks. Because you are delightful. Yep, we do keep evolving and changing. We have to keep up. Times are always changing. You know what? I don't think I really knew who I was until I was about 55 years old. I must be a newbie, I'm not an old soul. It took me forever to grow up. I love your channel because you make me think and you're such an inspiration. You've been through it and came out the other side so much better and that gives me hope. Many of us ladies do wind up alone as we age, for one reason or another. Death, divorce, etc... many times unexpected and not by choice. It's so scary but you show it can be done alone with grace and a little grit. Thank you, Susan ❤ Have a great week my friend.
I can not imagine anyone to find Susan offensive in anyway. I do wonder what is wrong with them to write her horrible comments. She is nothing but kind, considerate and inspirational. She gives people hope, things to think about, she is insightful and just so caring. I wish I could get her videos each day.
At 71, with your help,I am seeing things much clearer. I have learned to embrace life and enjoy it again. I was in a dark place for awhile. I am slowly digging out with your and God's help. I have rid myself of toxic people that have been in my life too long. I am enjoying things I use to like to do. Mg biggest blessing was finding your channel and discovering I am not alone and I have you and others as friends.
I’ll be 70 on Tuesday! It’s a biggie! In my 50’s , I was crankin’. My 60’s were great! Great body, still pretty face, lots of man attention. 70 is different; not so much attention from men; that’s perfectly okay as I don’t need them! I have enough money and women need to prioritize that! My advice to younger women; stop spending on junk! Save, save, save! Make sure you have income and have your OWN money! I have a hefty portfolio from saving for 40+ years and investing and although I lost my partner of forty years, I have security! My husband used to say to me ‘ I hope you and your money are very happy!’ Know what? We ARE!
I wish I would have been as smart as you. I would go out with my friends and spend, spend, spend. I had/have a son, and my weekends were for him and my mother. I never married, so again, I should have been smarter. I thought I would meet someone and get married, but it was not to happen. The only smart thing I did was to have a 401K. I'm now living on SS and a tiny pension. That was my stupidity. I'm OK, though. I'm not starving.
It's always a great Saturday night when we hear Desi sing. As for the young lady, older women have the same fears, insecurities, and worries as you, but we don't have time (years) to waste. But if we've gained wisdom, we have grace. Grace to be thankful to still be here, have the memories of our friends and loved ones who have transitioned, and the knowledge that the best may be yet to come. Anything, and everything is possible.
I am 74 and you nailed what the 3 things this older women concerns me. I love your channel so much, your content makes me feel like I have known you as a friend. Thank you so much for sharing your life ❤❤❤❤❤❤
It is amazing how you can feel like you know Susan when you have never met her in person. She is amazing a human being to give of herself so much to us each week. Every topic she touches on is so relatable and it is so clear she thinks out what she is going to base her video's on. I just wish I could get through one video without finding myself tearing up.
How I love hearing Desi “sing”. It brings a smile to my heart. I am an animal lover and my best friend is my dog. Thankyou for always including Desi in your videos❤️
Sometimes it’s just plain hard adjusting to an aging body and constant life changes. Thankful for you & this wonderful community where feelings are shared from the heart.❤️🌷
At 61 I think about: 1. Retirement (save as much as you can as early as you can -- it'll be here before you know it) 2. Health (without it you have nothing) 3. Finances (money gives you choices)
Dear Diane ~ John Lennon said “Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans”. Making plans for the future is great, but ultimately life must be lived moment to moment and day to day. So make sure to make the most of every day you have sweet girl❣️
I am a widow of just about 2 yrs, and part Italian. I miss my husband so much, i realize now how much i loved him. Its so hard to go on some days. I do have the best kids tho, and little grandchildren, they bring out the best of me. I love your video's, to know I'm not alone. Still love my makeup tho,and trying to be pretty at 65, ❤
I think about staying fit, realizing that my dog is better company than the former men in my life, and hoping that I can afford to live until 90 like my mother did.
Desi , you ended the song so well. Love Desi. Your video was so meaningful today. I am in my mid 70s. Life is full of change. It is filled with loss of family and friends. It is loss of activities that I was involved with and enjoyed. I am still looking for new activities. I moved 2 years ago, and I still do not know my neighbors. My dogs are my friends now. So change is huge. Loss is huge. It is a full time job to keep fear from breaking the door down.
One thing I do now as I've gotten older is keep my friend circle VERY small. I absolutely love people and is why I'm still a hairdresser part time, but my privacy is extremely important. I had to learn the lesson of boundaries so many times with so many people, and lost so much because of it. That I know the Universe was like "yay let have a party, she FINALLY got it." I trusted too many people, was a people pleaser, and a giver that I didn't have a filter, had no concept of balance, didn't listen to my gut, and didn't understand boundaries and that got me into a lot of trouble..now I've got it and I not only learned boundaries but balance and self love, these 3 things make all the difference in the world...now when the universe says, "let's see if she's still learned the lesson" and they throw me a fast ball, I'm like nope this girls got it! Love you and Desi, I always wind down after work on Sat with your newest video! Thank you Susan for being there for so many women of ALL ages! Have a wonderful week!❤✌️🌞
Thank you so much for being here and making such a meaningful presence in our community of great ladies! xo Much love always, Happy Sunday! Susan & Desi
@@salsarmemimi7292it is about honoring and pleasing you, if their feelings get hurt they have some maturing to do and they will learn from you how to set boundaries for themselves. We all need to learn this and examples help. Practice gently and you will learn the value. ❤
@@salsarmemimi7292 YES!! For Me too, it's a big one that many don't get, but you will with an honest, open heart and willingness to change and grow! Keep going my friend, you've got this!🌞✌️❤️🙏
So good to see you again this week Susan. I do not think about the fact that I, too am going to be 70 and soon. It is just a marker in life and I do not dwell on it. I am too busy with my life. It is nice just to relax and help others when I can. I will never be 21 again so I do not think about it. I am a chronic worrier though abut the world we live in. It is in God's hands and I am working on getting better.
You are absolutely right, IT is in Gods hands. "Let go and let God" is a mantra that gives me peace every time I think it. But my absolute verse I LIVE BY since my personal tribulation (think Job) is Psalm 46:10, "Be Still and Know that I Am God". I cannot describe how calm and peaceful I am about how life, my own and in general, is now.
I am 62 and newly retired and trying to seek out what my life will be moving forward.. like you, l know l can't go back.. there's only one way to go and that's forward, whether we like it or not. I am learning to redefine myself since l retired and finding new roles and purposes with my newly acquired time.. l enjoy spending time with family, and babysitting my grandchildren, building into my children and their lives.. things l haven't had a lot of time for before.. and learning to trust God with my future, knowing He is in control 💗
Today is my Granny Daisy's Heavenly Birthday. She was only 67, just a week shy of 68 when we lost this sweet, caring lady in 1980. I was 19, and I miss her all the time. I am close to 64, close to her age. My but how time sure does fly. I look forward to your post. You are like finding a long-lost friend. ❤
Yep what ever time you would have with grand parents would be a blessing. Sadly, my only living grandparent was overseas and then died when I was just a child. Never met any of them. I truly feel like I have missed out on so much. I just am so envious when I hear people have knew their grandparents. Such a blessing you all have had.
My 70th birthday today. Neither of my children wished me a happy day. But my teenage grandchildren remembered me and did! My husband took me out to eat and bought me a cake from the deli! So, in many ways a good day. Some ways, not so good. It will haunt them later in their life and I know it. Thank God for my grandchildren!❤❤❤
Thank you and Desi for helping to lift us up every week and give us hope and love. You're a very lovely lady, Susan and Desi is such a cutie. Sending blessings to you. 💕
WOW! Susan, your channel is always such a great treat every week! You hit the nerve today! I have the only one "older" living relative-my aunt that is 88 now and living in Poland (I am 69). Her mind is still as sharp as ever, so I keep asking her about her past and the past of my relatives. I am hoping to put this in some kind of notes for my daughters, so they know "historically" where they came from. I also wanted to ask a favor-can we hear Desie "sing" again? I get such a kick hearing his voice, trying to compete with yours. :)
Thank you, Susan! This was an exceptional presentation this week. I noticed that you have over 1K per hr. signing in. I love that you do not advertise an exclusive membership to pay money to join. Grateful for you!! Love the way Desi yawns before he howls too!
Oh my word! I was flooded with memories of my youth when I saw the ball glove. I played softball in my youth and beyond and I still have my glove stored away. It's aged just as I am at 67, but still has life left...❤.
When I saw that glove I got a chill and so many memories came rushing back....my grandfather's best friend was Floyd and played ball in the 1940's so I had to buy that glove. I have noticed that my life is very much like a baseball game, full of drama, defeats and comebacks...ah.....my love to you and thank you and everybody for being here tonight!!!
I loved your message this evening! Your thoughts and words rang so true for me. I too am almost 70. At this age, we take each day and all that it holds with a sense of appreciation that we have the opportunity to tackle whatever comes our way with the wisdom of our years. Wisdom is definitely our best friend and keeps our journey going forward and not backwards! Have a blessed week.
Hi Susan My three words on getting older: knowledge ( from life’s experiences) self-confidence ( living through and learning from those experiences ) and love ( now that I am 73, I know and feel love when it is present ) ❤ to You and Desi
@YardleySlicker. I love what you said about feeling love when it is present. I can also feel when it’s not and I finally know if it’s not it’s not about me.
So true your words about not being the same woman you were in your younger days. I just turned a young “73” and I’m amazed everyday thinking about all the things I once thought, like never not wanting to go to Disneyland, wanting that big McMansion on the hill, having to have every purse I saw, were important in my life and always would be. How wrong I was. My daughter is now where I was then and I just let her enjoy her life as it is now because I know when she’s my age she’ll be in the stage of life I am now. I won’t be here to witness her transformation and be able to tell her, see I told you those things you thought were important aren’t any more, and that’s life. ‘
Susan, you are so good at encouraging me & the other ladies! Living alone after divorce is the most difficult thing I have ever had to endure. Stilll have feelings for the ex, but can no longer act on them. Finding the new path to go forward, trying to re-decide what I want in life, where I want to live & spend my time. All of a sudden world has turned upside down! I have been watching your U-Tube channel x 1 year now. It has truly helped me. I wish there was something I could do to re-pay you for your kindness you always show to your audience! Love Desi too! I have been considering getting a little dog too! ❤ from Bonnie in Michigan.
I find that I have reached at the age of 73 that a lot of things that bothered me ,no longer do. I’m in my fourth quarter and I don’t have time to waste.. I tried very hard to accept people for who they are and love the person they are. I stay away from those people. I just discovered that my mind has gone back to hippie days. I wear bright cloths and smile as much as I can. I love when I smile and say something kind to someone, I most of the time get the look “ are you crazy?” And it’s great when I get friendship back. I just bought an orange car and have decked it out in hippie accessories! Having great fun! I love you. You make laugh and think about more things in life. Thank you!
SUSAN! I want to tell you that I found your TH-cam channel about Two weeks ago…so I started from your day one post and watched through the years of your posts. I have enjoyed watching you grow through the years and loved your life stories most of all! You have inspired me so much! I am a 71 year old married woman and some days I wish I had the freedom that you have… some days I wish I no longer was married… it’s lonely being married, being in a loveless marriage 😟 I feel like I know you… I love your beautiful soul! CGH
Try to find something in your day that brings you joy. Do they take us for granted, of course. They think we will always be there for them...yep. It is familiar and you stay with him. Regardless, you would probably miss his presence after so many years. You know the saying 'that you don't know what you have till you no longer have it. Make the best of it all, or make the decision to do better for yourself and separate. That is a hard one. Only you know what you can continue to live with. All the best to you. I hope you find happiness in each day.
@@dorisdaylight8415I love your comment, I’m almost 65, my husband had an affair from 2012-2017, I found out 2020 during covid, we went for intense counseling together, he is remorseful, regretful, and completely a changed person, we just had our 40th anniversary, but I’ve turned bitter, resentful, sad, still crying at time, I didn’t want to celebrate our 40th so we did nothing, I know I’m still depressed over this, but it’s so difficult to live with this, Susan is so inspirational, I love her videos, our stories are different, my husband begged me to give him another chance, but I still haven’t forgotten or forgiven him😢
When I find that a person, that brings out the worst in me, i think it's because they love to provoke me. I try so hard to be kind, generous, loyal, and helpful. I have more that bring joy in my life and I thank God for it. I hope you do not get anymore negative comments, you are such a sweet, beautiful, kind person, susan. Thank you for your videos, i love them. love desi.
Another great video, Susan. Hubby gone two years now and I still miss the morning greeting, the kiss good night and those strong arms wrapped around me but I'm learning I'm enough. My family are all very attentive and I see sibling quite often. I try to keep busy by watching you beauty creators and I read a lot. I try to stay active like walking and counting steps even thou arthritis keeps my count low but I try. Sometimes we all have to push ourselves to get going but the alternative is not what we want. So get off the couch walk around your house to get your step in, try to be active.
Yoi hit the nail on the head when you said "invisible" - that is how the world around me tries to make me feel...it is a challenge to keep showing kindness and gentleness in this world to others.
Thank you so much for being here and making such a meaningful presence in our community of great ladies! xo Much love always, Happy Sunday! Susan & Desi
Love to hear Desi sing.I get tired of opinions and self-importance. I just ignore them and find my happy place.Which could be anything from a favorite song to a food,movie, or a video. It is the simple things I am grateful for in my life now that I am older. I am happy to be healthy and alive.
I just love when you and Desi sing together, so darn cute! 😊 Wonderful video as always, Susan.. tyfs. Have a blessed and nice rest of your weekend sweet friend ❤ 🌸
Theres honestly only a few things I worry about getting older. Not being able to do my own yard and gardening one day or when i can no longer drive. I just try not too worry too much about much! I do my best to stay active and healthy and serve others, stay close to God and enjoy my children, family,friends and pups!
Beautiful video, Susan.....yes, aging brings its own complications for us... but we keep getting up and making a new day for ourselves......I am thankful for every day.....I will be 74 in November....so I say, bring it on......God bless you and Desi.....
I am 65 and going through a much unwanted divorce after 45 years with my husband. We have lived apart for nearly a year and a half and I miss him terribly but I AM quite self sufficient. I have always been strong, hard-working, and resourceful so I know I’ll be ok- I just have to get through the heartbreak. I’m thankful for the lessons I’ve learned I life and the artistic talents I’ve developed and refined- these are the tools that will carry me through this difficult journey. Thanks to you for the positive energy and kindness.
Susan I'll be 76 in 8 days and you are so right you put everything into perfect words my life has changed so much everything hurts and I didn't get home tonight until 12:30 at night for my granddaughter's birthday party and I just want to say everything you said tonight helped me so much tonight that maybe I'll sleep you said everything that I needed to hear how some people can be mean and it just changes your whole night because someone was mean tonight and it just tore my heart up because I don't do things like that to people just like what you said and you are one of the kindest souls I don't think you realize how wonderful you are for TH-cam I watched you for years and watched your beautiful talent for photography and for saying the things that we all need to hear May God bless you and make you happy and healthy thank you for being you❤❤❤❤
You melt my heart Rose....you are a great writer and a great communicator. People can be downright cruel...and I find myself becoming them or sinking to their level and I am just too old and tired for that nonsense anymore! LOL....oh what great friends we would be if we live din the same city!!! We would have a blast!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love you pretty lady so much!
At 68, I feel compelled to answer these. Question #!) Confident, wise, and self-aware, and I cannot get away with skipping my daily discipline and self-care. Question 2 Health (Thin does not necessarily mean health) Mental, emotional, spiritual, Financial Security, and Connection. Question #3: I remain calm and serene, I communicate calmly and clearly, and I avoid toxic people. Question #4 I like who I am. I continue to change; and creative Self-expression remains a priority,. I have something to say 🌺🌺🌺.
I am the same way. I am strong and resilient, yet highly empathetic. I feel deeply about people and animals. I observe and pick up on the slightest things. It hurts to be empathetic, but at the same time, I wish more people had this trait. Our society is filled with narcissistic types, so I am on guard to avoid attracting that type of person into my life. I learned from past experiences. No matter what, I try to end my thoughts on a positive note. Life could be better and life could be worse. This keeps reality balanced. Sweet. You and Desi.. ❤️
I turned 60 last year, so what I notice the most was that I am up for self growth more than anything. I've always been active physically, tried to eat better/cleaner through my 50's took up hot yoga and pilates at 55, total game changer. I never really looked like I worked out with a toned bod with a 6 pack lol but, I sure stayed away from illnesses which I contribute to my emotional well- being/self- regulation. I don't always, always stick to eating well, love pizza too much, so Friday is pizza night still and happy hours. Just doing the best that I can for me, myself & I 💚
My main worries are taking care of my home and yard as I get older. My partner is dealing with cancer and he takes care of those things. If something happens to him. It will be me doing it. My health is not the best, I deal with lupus. I also worry about getting dementia. Those are probably the most I worry about. Financially I’m ok. I draw my deceased ex husband social security and I’ll take my amount at 70. So I’m not worried over finances which is a plus. I’m not happy with my clothes choices since I retired. It’s like I lost my identity when it comes to dressing. Working in the corporate world for 40 years. My choices in clothing were so much better. Love your videos! ❤
Susan I look so forward Saturday night so I can watch you and Desi. Your channel is my favorite. I do have a confession, you have a beautiful singing voice but Desi’s is my favorite 😉. Thank you for always bringing us such wonderful content every week. It is always inspiring and insightful. ❤️
You were so on point this week! Yes, like a river, as we flow, we change like the currents! Security and money matters! We worry about being alone, yet we make it work anyhow. And my memories of baseball are about my older brother playing the game before Muscular Dystrophy robbed him of his own body! But I think of him stealing bases and having fun while he could. He taught me a lesson. Enjoy whatever it is you love while you can! Thank you so much for being here! Desi, too!
Your channel is so refreshing. It's so nice to find someone to relate to on so many levels and topics. I already know how to decorate my home for each season and holiday lol 😊
I so appreciate you Susan for sharing your life you really inspire me and i know other's as I've gotten older im a empath and i feel more for others and have to be a little careful of that and hearing about baseball and radios brought back wonderful memories of being at my grandparents ranch and a game was always on and traveling their listening to radio shows was the best!❤❤❤ have a blessed week Susan and Desi😊
Not all men are worth remembering. The love of my life was one who manipulated me into thinking he adored me and so I made him the focus of my life. Now that he’s gone I get to live a life for me. Best years ever!
Hi Lady's..for those who have loved and lost be happy to have had that..im 60 and have never married and no children..been living alone for about 30 years..work fromm home and rarely talk to anyone..i have one friend who has a demanding job and children who keep her busy. Everyday is a struggle my furs friend keeps me somewhat sane..Count your blessings and pray 🙏..
I think about staying healthy. I think about my low low income and how I can augment it. I worry about keeping my yard and house in good repair and how much longer I can keep doing it. I pray that my kids are happy and healthy and that maybe one of the five of them will call me one day. My reward for working hard is to dive into a nice long sewing session. I think about how much I love my dog. I read and strive to get grateful and positive.
I’ve got 5 too! And they do the same dang thing. So, o get my fishing rods, bait, fold up chair and go fishing at a creek that goes to the lake. Ohhh, it’s so calming watching the water flow and seeing nature ❤ I love it. So much excitement when I reel them in 😍. Some for supper and some to freeze for another day!
My grandmothers were my favorite people. They nurtured me and made me feel loved every single day while my parents worked long hours in our family restaurant. Today, I am going to choose burial plots in the cemetery where my maternal relatives are buried. Until I get there, I don’t know if I can choose one next to my grandmother but I’m praying that I can. I’m almost 57 and even though she has been gone since 1998, I still think about the questions that I’d like to ask her. Thank you for this video.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful wisdom. I think I would say my three things are: Love your people, Keep yourself well and believe in the good of life.
Tonight’s video was beautiful. Your poetry, the gorgeous images of the water and the trees and the calming sound of your voice as you narrated the story. Have you ever considered just talking in your “story voice” set to your beautiful photography? It’s so relaxing watching your photography and listening to you tell the story. Don’t get me wrong. I love your current format. But it’s occurred to me before and then again tonight. I think so many of us want something to calm us, comfort us. And you have a deep, calming voice with such great stories to tell. You are indeed a great story teller. Maybe I want to feel like that little girl who asked, “Can you tell me that story one more time?” Bedtime stories of our childhood. Those are some very special memories. Thank you Susan for sharing your gifts with us each week.❤❤
Hello from Ontario Canada Susan and Desi, thank you for another home run video, you touched again on so much this week again, I just turned 69 this week and sometimes I think you can see into my soul, when you commented on not being able to find the right words to finish a thought, or a sentence, well , that’s me as well, but we keep pushing on my garden , my little house and my son, keep me busy and feeling loved, and each Saturday evening I do look forward Susan and Desi to hearing a sweet little song, and hearing how your week was, so until next week, God bless, be safe all my love dear Lady and Desi, from a friend ❤️🇨🇦🥰🇺🇸❤️or as my dear Mother would have said a kindred spirit❤️💐✨⭐️
Susan, Thank you for sharing. We all have haters. It's because other women are jealous...it can be because of anything, our success, beauty or even.l that we have overcome life's obstacles with grace. That's what I have found. When I was working, I had coworkers who asked me why I smile all the time. I have endured major losses sinc the age of 5 when my grandma died, lost an uncle at 7 y/o and my dear dad to cancer when I was 17. I have endured through my faith in God and my beautiful relationship with my mom until she passed. People can be so selfish. I too, am divorced age 70, and alone. You are a beautiful person, Susan, ignore the haters!! They just wish they were 1% as gracious and lovely as you are. I have watched your channel weekly for a few years. I look forward to seeing you weekly. Your videos are beautifully done ...your home is beautiful, tastefully done . I love your videos, lovely nature shots, and music too. God bless you and Desi. I also have a sweet little dog. Thank you. ❤❤❤
I'm so glad watching your video - even if it's at 3am in my country. Wish you all the best for you Susan and sweet gentleman Desi! Greetings from Serbia 🇷🇸♥️
I heard a saying years ago that I relay often to other women: ‘anyone who makes you feel bad about yourself, turn tail and run!’ Life’s too short to waste your time with those people!
Sue you give me so much courage to go on. As you rightly said, my mind drift off to so many things when I want to explain myself, it’s not funny. Thank you for bringing hope to so many of us. God bless you richly ❤
You brought back my favorite childhood memory!
Picture this: I'm three years old. I'm at my grandparents' house on a warm evening. My grandfather is listening to the Dodgers on the radio while he grills hamburgers. We're in the back yard under the grape arbor and the whole place smells like grapes and hamburgers.
I remember everything so vividly. My mom and dad and grandma and grandpa and baby sister were all around me and we were having so much fun listening to the radio and hearing the baseball game. It was perfect happiness.
I'll be 68 next month, and I'm most concerned about maintaining relationships with my friends and family, being involved in my community in whatever form that takes, and remaining curious. There's so much to learn!
Thank you, Susan and Desi. It was a wonderful video.
Oh such happy memories all revolving around hearing those baseball games on the radio and TV...grilled hamburgers and chicken and having this feeling that baseball brought us all together!! Much love to you!!!
AND here am I widowed yes I will live but what life can it be...without him surrounding me...his neat pile of books,,his beautoful shirts handpicked by me with love over the years hanging in the closet that caressed the body Imloved so? Gone...to be recycled in a Central American paca market by a another man who collected nautical ties for me to give my love who.l9ved first to sail then to cruise when our bodoes were no longer strong enough to sail and live upon the Caribbean Sea. My closets have space and I HATE it the gaps in my life. Ive lost 20 lbs not eating the regular meals I cooked for HIM as acts of love. My days have no structure,,no meaning, and watching sunrise above the volcano no longer thrills me anticipating the slow lazy easeful soft day he and I will pass together... walking the hill behind our home......til night falls and sleeping culred agai st each other lile two cats stretched out on our bed beneath the stars...the entire universe is a void without him. I try but cannot fill my days with trivial useless pursuits....cutting flowers aranging them in vases ever single act is empty....
@@latinaalma1947 Alma is my granddaughters name! I’m a widow too, and I feel everything you’re feeling. It’s so hard, but your love would want you to feel as much joy as you can. It will never be the same, but you will have joyful moments again. I’m sending you love and comfort from one widow to another. Be well. Be strong.
It took me about 1 week to get used to being single after divorce The joy I feel looking around the room and not seeing a man is glorious! There is no loneliness like the loneliness of being in a relationship and feeling unappreciated, unnoticed and TOTALLY alone while married!! I have been divorced for 29 years and wouldn't trade this peace for ANYTHING!!!
I agree 💯
You betcha! Husband was anti-social for the most part, I did most things by my lonesome. I used to tell him "If I wanted to do things alone I'd a stayed single". Estate sale find was a painted Hallmark wine glass, NWT $24.95, stating "Who Needs a Man? I've got tv, a book, ME". Bought for $1.00. Female sale of an Aunt's property, I said to them "Ladies, really, NOBODY wants this?" Nobody did so I have it on my display shelf in my kitchen.
Hi Marsha, I appreciate your post. I have a question regarding this. I’m trying to cope with this new life…..can I send you an email? If so….what is your email
address?
I’m the last surviver in my family. Literally, the last one. It seems odd at times, but mostly, I’m proud of myself for overcoming so many huge hurdles in life to be where I am today. I’m happier than I remember ever being before.
You and Desi singing together, priceless thank you. ❤
I admire you so much.
My husband left me 10 yrs ago after 37 yrs of marriage. The first two years were rough, then I had to go into survival mode.
Five years ago, I purchased my own home, and I’ve been striving to live in peace. I’ve had to eliminate toxic people from my life; this includes acquaintances, people I thought were my friends, and family members as well.
I dated one man just 2 months ago, and he has anger issues, so I eliminated him from my life.
I am 63 yrs old now, and I spent the first 53 years of my life being under the controlling thumb of my father, then my husband. I will never again “settle”. I may live alone, but I am not lonely. I want positivity in my life. I volunteer at my Church, with the Forest Service, and I help out elderly neighbors. If a man comes along who shares the same faith and values with me, that would be great. If no man comes along that shares my faith and values, that’s O.K. too. I will not sacrifice my peace, standards and boundaries ever again.
@@arlenelovelace18 Good for you! You are important!
I love what you had to say. Sounds like you are on the right track. No more sacrifice. You be Happy.
Wow, that's almost identical to me...
Just out of a 37 year marriage.
My entire life dominated by 2 very miserable men. My Father and husband.
Single now and all I want is Peace.
Much Love to you ❤
Lynn xxx
Amen to that ! Yes !
@@arlenelovelace18 you are SO right!
Most men aren’t worth the room they take up.
They want nurses and purses.
They’re either spoiled by their mothers and wives or they are so egotistical and narcissistic (even when they’re repulsive looking) that they’re not suitable as mates!
They want someone to cook for them and wash their dirty underwear!
I adjusted to living alone after my husband died in about two weeks!
No one to tell me to be quiet, to turn off the light, to come watch the game, to go out to eat every night, to ask where I’m going, when I’ll be back, who I’ll be seeing; when to eat, what to eat; when to go to bed,and get up!
Pshaw!
I do why I want when I want; I don’t have to answer to anyone! I travel when and how I want to; I find I talk to many more strangers than when I was with my husband.
Living alone is very freeing. If I want to stop somewhere, I stop if I want to cook at home, I do!
If I don’t feel like going out, I stay home!
FREEDOM!
Your spouse sounded more like a father than a husband..😞
glad you are free!
Congratulations!!! I choose freedom too!
The majority of widows who were in loving marriages dont feel this way.
@@pamsmith7369 I am sorry about your husband passing but happy you've adjusted well be happy 😊
@pamsmith7369
My friend said the same thing when she got divorced in her 40s with 2 young children. She never remarried, her live was taking care of her young children , friends and herself . She was always happy and never looked back .
I’m 58 and I think about:
1. Being in shape so I can always be independent.
2. Retiring comfortably
3. My relationship with God
I was just thinking about these things. GOD has to come first in order for our life like a river to flow. We cannot add one day to our life but what we eat and how we live will definitely play a factor in our health and quality of life we have been given. I try to take vitamins and reduce stress.
These are all so true!! Especially the last one.
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I had an arrogant "boss" one time who never missed an opportunity to tell me I was wrong. One day I stood up for myself and said "it's statistically impossible for me to be wrong 100% of the time"
I wish I had a picture of his face. That day, I had the confidence to step outside of fear of losing my job. I quit a short time later and was given an opportunity of a lifetime. A new career that I loved. Keep going, Susan. You are awesome!
I'm going to borrow that phrase and use it on the spouse! Thanks for sharing!
What a feeling of liberation to be able to stand up for yourself against a boss that is a bully! I have told my husband 'even a broken clock is right twice a day!' 😂
i am new to living alone. one month ago tomorrow i lost my sweet husband of 59 yrs. and i am lost. i don't know which way to turn. please keep me in your prayers, your videos are so soothing to me.
Sending love, my husband of nearly 50 years died just over one year ago. I am thinking of you ❤️
🙏🙏🙏…after my divorce some years ago I turned to God…went to church…got saved…♥️…never been happier, so peaceful…I pray you find your path of peace…🕊️…blessings..♥️
Met my husband when I was twelve and we were best friends. When he accidentally passed when I was in my mid fifties, it was like someone cut off an arm and stabbed me in the heart. Finding out who the real friends were was that knife being twisted within. Two things helped save my sanity. The first was my affiliation with God and the second was the surprise gift of an old acquaintance who was there to help lift me out of isolation. She turned out to be an alcoholic, glad to see someone suffering worse than herself. So, ultimately, the ONLY real saviour was God, for which I am forever thankful for creating a long list of magical healing occurrences for me. I will always miss my deceased husband and now that he's been gone 15 years, it saddens me to think he's never to be interested in the likes of me on this earth ever again. When there has been a good, loving marriage, I don't think we ever get over the loss entirely...at least, truthfully, I have not. And maybe I don't want to, as that would mean forgetting my darling and I want to remember him forever.
So sorry for your loss. Lost my husband of 37 years and after bring a widow for 5 years I remarried. Now married for 5 years.
My thoughts and prayers to you.
I strolled into my old town this week and went into this old jewelry shop. It was very old inside and had some neat things, but what I noticed was the elderly man running the shop with his dog. He had little buttons, the kind that when you push them they say a message. They were taped on the floor around the store and the dog would follow me throughout the store and push the buttons. One said “My name is Max” and “That would look good on you” and “Thank you for coming”. I was so amazed and I just sat and chatted with the man running the store and it just seemed so important to him that I was so amused by his dog and then I wanted to spend time chatting. I think at my age now it’s so important to just make people feel special and not feel alone because I know sometimes when I’m alone I get sad.
Oh that is so lovely that he took so much joy in seeing your reaction to the dog pressing the buttons and how clever was he to think of that let alone the dog for following you about pressing the buttons. You know the best thing you could have done that day was to share in conversation with him. I am sure you made his day. I am sure you won't forget him or his dog. Bless you and him.
@@nancybrace1233 I love your story!
I used to see my feelings as depression, and now I see it as a constant low-level sadness. There’s a difference to me. The sadness is so overwhelming. It makes me feel physically weak, emotionally lost. I’m an almost 73 yo widow and keep trying to feel useful and have meaning. I have hobbies, volunteer, and am a childless cat lady, and I always feel sad and lonely.
@@christinesmithduffy3372 You have meaning and purpose in life with every breath you take. You are here for a reason. You are an example to those you encounter. If it’s just a kind word to the cashier at the grocery store, dropping a nice note in neighbors mailboxes. Your 73 years on earth have taught you a LOT that those around you need. Share a smile and have a listening ear, the world is stressed right now, a smile goes a long way. I just prayed for you. ☮️
@nancybrace1233 What a great jester and how creative are the buttons on the floor 👏 Thank you for sharing 😀
Desi is a bundle of specialness, love him singing.😅
Growing older (75) has taught me that God and family is ALL that matters, I am driven to not leave this world without my children, their spouses, grandchildren (6) great granddaughter (1) know with every ounce of their being I LOVE the very air they breath! My mother left me with the opposite belief, it will not happen with mine. I tell my own they are beautiful, successes, special in every way. We must build up our own, it means everything to them. Discipline without wisdom and love is cruel. Discipline with love and understanding will create stable, happy people.
You are fortunate.unfortunately many, far too many adult children dont appreciate the love tbey received. Say parents owe those things and they dont owe parents for it.
We live in a very bad time where families abandon their elderly and justfy it by claiming they didnt ask to be born.
Society doesnt condemn, they agree...parents and family are better ignored .....for mental health..
Its stunning how nany find it a burden to waste time on their families. And they owe them nothing, not even a phone call.
@@c.h.5998I completely understand what ur saying. Luckily for me I had 2 sons-the youngest loves and does as much as he can for me and my ex-husband. The other wants absolutely nothing to do with us…
I was born in 1943. My mother was pregnant. She had dated the Airman for a few months, and found herself pregnant by a man she did not love and who did not love her. I was unwanted, an embarrassment that placed a demand on two people to marry. They did marry. I was born and within a matter of months, he was gone away to another wartime assignment and never looked back. When I was about 4 mother married another Airman. They were married for 63 years. In that whole time I rarely felt welcome in that home. Please don’t imagine that I was treated badly, because I was not. The thing of it was that I always knew I was participating in some kind of test. A test of gratitude for not being treated badly. It messed with my mind. I never overcame the mental image of that look of contempt on my stepfather’s face whenever I failed to measure up. The dynamics of living in that family were crippling in ways I cannot explain, even to myself.
I hate hearing family is everything. Cause I DON'T have one..
So true
I have come to know that I can say No - like tonight when I was invited out by a lady who doesn’t bring out the best in me and I graciously said I was unable to join her - and after this wonderful video I can say I spent the evening with a dear friend - thank you for being the voice of things that matter - thank you for being such a light in my world!!!
Thank you for another inspiring video! At 78 I would definitely tell my younger self, "you are enough"! We are all part of the Divine! Hugs!
I agree totally, we are enough! I feel that's what we are ultimately here to learn.
This video was so emotional for me. How beautiful Susan that you were there for that young woman with your wisdom. You filled her heart with love healing her sorrow.
I have been learning to acknowledge the beauty within me and being honest and accepting of my areas to improve in. Then I feel real with my divinity and my humanness. Your videos are revealing even more the richness of your years and daily experiences. Thank you❤ ❤
Love the duo singing..you two are pros!
@@lindafolk4598 Thank you! If you go to TH-cam and type in Nova Rambo Martin, I try and explain my spiritual journey! I think you would be inspired! Namaste'!
You have desi to great you the morning which is awesome. I lost my sweet cat and two months later my husband. Moved to an apartment leaving our home of 33 years,neighbors and underwent hip replacement surgery. But at 81 I’m trytrying to fill my days with a few close girlfriends, TH-cam videos I enjoy, my wonderful adult kids and their families. I miss my husband of 52 years everyday, but I am grateful I had him for those years. I’m blessed and grateful for what I had and have. I sending you blessings. 💫💖
Blessing to you too.🌹
Get another cat 😺 I'm sorry you lost your husband. I'm a widow since 2006 ,we were 60,now twenty later... time flies. 🎉
You were fortunate to have a good husband that you miss. So many women have experienced abusive relationships with their husband's. You still have so much. Animals are very healing.
You always manage to say the right thing at the right time! Thanks so much Susan for just being you and being here for us all! ❤️
Thank you for deleting nasty comments. They bring me down. Your posts are always so encouraging, inspirational, sometimes empathetic. Life is a series of ups and downs with no need to be nasty. ❤
There seems to be a lot of hurtful things said on many influencers pages. They all talk about it. I can’t help but think they are bots. Why so many and why now?
Amen sister!❤
The Pastor of my church once said, hurting people hurt people. Maybe the people with the nasty comments are hurting.
@@BarbaraDallaire yes, but that’s not an excuse. We’re all hurting in some way. We should have each other’s backs, just as human beings.
My mom lived to 96yrs, independently, and used to say, "I'll worry about it next Wednesday at 3 o'clock". She lived through some hard times but appeared not to dwell too long. She loved Mother Mary and passed at the end of me saying the Rosary to her, threw my tears. I'm the last of my core family and hope, like you said Susan, I pass on "They knew they were loved and to love who they are", even with some wort's. I don't celebrate being alone, but I choose it over being with toxic people and find other ways to entertain myself. Blessings to you and Desi.
"Anybody can be young . Only the lucky can be old." Jane Fonda said this on Jimmy Kimbel the other night. Made me smile and say heck ya.
Love this! 😊
Boy, I can so relate! Spent 4 days with former boyfriend smd discovered that time had changed him into a self asborbed guy who could only build himself up by putting me and my things down! So very surprised, hurt and done with him! I am working fulltime, live alone and slowly losing my eyesight--whjich is twerrobly scary! But I just keep going the bst I can! You do a great jpb!
My dear, that man treats everyone the way he treated you. He has not accomplished in his life what you have accomplished in yours. How do I know that? Success cannot be measured in dollars and cents and the things money can buy. True success is measured in how one manages the ups and downs of living. It is measured in facing challenges without a clue about what tomorrow holds and going on to take one more step. Trying one more time even when you are tired, frightened, sick, alone, depressed, without financial stability. Take no mind of anyone, especially an old boyfriend, who has nothing to offer but put downs.
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Get rid of the creeps!
Take lutein, zeaxanthin and bilberry extract! Has helped improve my eyesight.
Omega 3 and vitamin B12 taken together has immediate impact on your brain function too!
We all are learning how to delete toxic people from our lives. Thank heavens the veils are lifting and we see we no longer have to take abuse so they feel better. Time for us to feel better! Yay!! That's a big homerun!
My mother gave me the best advice when I was in my early 30's. I was going through a very unfair and painful heartbreak. My reserve mother broke through my dense fog of pain with these quietly spoken words, "life is unfair at times, don't give up because even though you don't feel it now, things have a way smoothing out, sometimes quietly. You have never lived till you take a grandbaby in your arms.". Her smile showed me the love my children gave her. She was right. Give life a chance and look for the good things, no matter how small.
I so agree with you about the love of holding a grandchild. I now have a great grand and the joy of that little one is amazing.
I love listening to all of you. I had an incident happen recently where I stopped in at my ex-boyfriends place to pick up something that belonged to me. He attempted to say something derogatory to bring me down. I simply turned to him and said "thank you for reminding me of why you are here and I'm over there". I felt a feeling of freedom as I drove the 100 mile trip home not looking back. But the look on his face when I left was priceless. He can't hurt me any more.
Congratulations!!! You chose freedom and happiness!!!! Alright Cheryl!!!
Thank you for helping me not feel alone tonight…I am 74…I lost my sweet husband 7 years ago and live alone…it’s hard but I am gradually getting use to it. I live on a very tight budget. I relate to everything you said about body aches, etc.🙏🙏🙏 Getting older is a challenge but I am so grateful … I think the hardest thing for me is not being able to make ends meet due to food, gas, upkeep on my home…Blessings to you and Dez 🙏💐🙏
Hey Janjones91.....just remember you are not alone in this. Many of us are facing these challenges too. Somehow, I find that helps, knowing that I'm not alone in my daily challenges. sj
Absolutely HEALTH! I am 61 and just started really taking care of my body 2 years ago. Tell your new friend please take VERY good care of herself at all times. I let myself go at about 30 after having my last child. I am fortunate that nothing happened to me before I took care of myself. Health is number 1!!
@@mollyswanner1607 Yes health! Very important!
Who could be a "hater" of you sweet Susan? They must be just an old troll. 😕 Ignore those miserable old folks. Because you are delightful.
Yep, we do keep evolving and changing. We have to keep up. Times are always changing.
You know what? I don't think I really knew who I was until I was about 55 years old. I must be a newbie, I'm not an old soul. It took me forever to grow up.
I love your channel because you make me think and you're such an inspiration. You've been through it and came out the other side so much better and that gives me hope.
Many of us ladies do wind up alone as we age, for one reason or another. Death, divorce, etc... many times unexpected and not by choice. It's so scary but you show it can be done alone with grace and a little grit. Thank you, Susan ❤
Have a great week my friend.
I can not imagine anyone to find Susan offensive in anyway. I do wonder what is wrong with them to write her horrible comments. She is nothing but kind, considerate and inspirational. She gives people hope, things to think about, she is insightful and just so caring. I wish I could get her videos each day.
At 71, with your help,I am seeing things much clearer. I have learned to embrace life and enjoy it again. I was in a dark place for awhile. I am slowly digging out with your and God's help. I have rid myself of toxic people that have been in my life too long. I am enjoying things I use to like to do. Mg biggest blessing was finding your channel and discovering I am not alone and I have you and others as friends.
Desi is so cute. You can see Desi warming up , yawning, preparing to join in with the song just at the right time. ❤️
I’ll be 70 on Tuesday!
It’s a biggie!
In my 50’s , I was crankin’.
My 60’s were great!
Great body, still pretty face, lots of man attention.
70 is different; not so much attention from men; that’s perfectly okay as I don’t need them!
I have enough money and women need to prioritize that!
My advice to younger women; stop spending on junk!
Save, save, save!
Make sure you have income and have your OWN money!
I have a hefty portfolio from saving for 40+ years and investing and although I lost my partner of forty years, I have security!
My husband used to say to me ‘ I hope you and your money are very happy!’
Know what? We ARE!
Happy Birthday Pam!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Alright!!!!
Happy Birthday
🎉🎉happy Birthday 😊
I wish I would have been as smart as you. I would go out with my friends and spend, spend, spend. I had/have a son, and my weekends were for him and my mother. I never married, so again, I should have been smarter. I thought I would meet someone and get married, but it was not to happen. The only smart thing I did was to have a 401K. I'm now living on SS and a tiny pension. That was my stupidity. I'm OK, though. I'm not starving.
Happy Birthday Pam🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤
I love our Saturday night visits and it’s always such a rewarding visit with old and older friends. Thank you for another gem❤️
Desi cracks me up every time! So adorable!
So do I, he knows right when to get in there with his tune. God bless this little one for many, many years to come.
It's always a great Saturday night when we hear Desi sing.
As for the young lady, older women have the same fears, insecurities, and worries as you, but we don't have time (years) to waste. But if we've gained wisdom, we have grace. Grace to be thankful to still be here, have the memories of our friends and loved ones who have transitioned, and the knowledge that the best may be yet to come. Anything, and everything is possible.
I am 74 and you nailed what the 3 things this older women concerns me. I love your channel so much, your content makes me feel like I have known you as a friend. Thank you so much for sharing your life ❤❤❤❤❤❤
It is amazing how you can feel like you know Susan when you have never met her in person. She is amazing a human being to give of herself so much to us each week. Every topic she touches on is so relatable and it is so clear she thinks out what she is going to base her video's on. I just wish I could get through one video without finding myself tearing up.
@@dorisdaylight8415 I know I tear up every week
How I love hearing Desi “sing”. It brings a smile to my heart. I am an animal lover and my best friend is my dog. Thankyou for always including Desi in your videos❤️
Animals are wonderful
Sometimes it’s just plain hard adjusting to an aging body and constant life changes. Thankful for you & this wonderful community where feelings are shared from the heart.❤️🌷
At 61 I think about:
1. Retirement (save as much as you can as early as you can -- it'll be here before you know it)
2. Health (without it you have nothing)
3. Finances (money gives you choices)
Dear Diane ~ John Lennon said “Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans”. Making plans for the future is great, but ultimately life must be lived moment to moment and day to day. So make sure to make the most of every day you have sweet girl❣️
I am a widow of just about 2 yrs, and part Italian. I miss my husband so much, i realize now how much i loved him. Its so hard to go on some days. I do have the best kids tho, and little grandchildren, they bring out the best of me. I love your video's, to know I'm not alone. Still love my makeup tho,and trying to be pretty at 65, ❤
Susan, it’s time you write your memoir! ⭐️
I like your answer 'always a challenge!' 😊 ..my two words for life are 'choose joy!' 💗
I think about staying fit, realizing that my dog is better company than the former men in my life, and hoping that I can afford to live until 90 like my mother did.
Desi , you ended the song so well. Love Desi. Your video was so meaningful today. I am in my mid 70s. Life is full of change. It is filled with loss of family and friends. It is loss of activities that I was involved with and enjoyed. I am still looking for new activities. I moved 2 years ago, and I still do not know my neighbors. My dogs are my friends now. So change is huge. Loss is huge. It is a full time job to keep fear from breaking the door down.
Change and lose are too of the hardest things to deal with in life..
One thing I do now as I've gotten older is keep my friend circle VERY small. I absolutely love people and is why I'm still a hairdresser part time, but my privacy is extremely important. I had to learn the lesson of boundaries so many times with so many people, and lost so much because of it. That I know the Universe was like "yay let have a party, she FINALLY got it." I trusted too many people, was a people pleaser, and a giver that I didn't have a filter, had no concept of balance, didn't listen to my gut, and didn't understand boundaries and that got me into a lot of trouble..now I've got it and I not only learned boundaries but balance and self love, these 3 things make all the difference in the world...now when the universe says, "let's see if she's still learned the lesson" and they throw me a fast ball, I'm like nope this girls got it! Love you and Desi, I always wind down after work on Sat with your newest video! Thank you Susan for being there for so many women of ALL ages! Have a wonderful week!❤✌️🌞
Thank you so much for being here and making such a meaningful presence in our community of great ladies! xo Much love always, Happy Sunday! Susan & Desi
Boundaries is so hard for me to set.
@@salsarmemimi7292it is about honoring and pleasing you, if their feelings get hurt they have some maturing to do and they will learn from you how to set boundaries for themselves. We all need to learn this and examples help. Practice gently and you will learn the value. ❤
@@salsarmemimi7292 YES!! For Me too, it's a big one that many don't get, but you will with an honest, open heart and willingness to change and grow! Keep going my friend, you've got this!🌞✌️❤️🙏
The three things I think about as an older woman are:
SECURITY
HEALTH
PURPOSE
@SUSAN... this is my favorite video yet! Keep on, keeping on! ❤
So good to see you again this week Susan. I do not think about the fact that I, too am going to be 70 and soon. It is just a marker in life and I do not dwell on it. I am too busy with my life. It is nice just to relax and help others when I can. I will never be 21 again so I do not think about it. I am a chronic worrier though abut the world we live in. It is in God's hands and I am working on getting better.
You are absolutely right, IT is in Gods hands. "Let go and let God" is a mantra that gives me peace every time I think it. But my absolute verse I LIVE BY since my personal tribulation (think Job) is Psalm 46:10, "Be Still and Know that I Am God". I cannot describe how calm and peaceful I am about how life, my own and in general, is now.
I am 62 and newly retired and trying to seek out what my life will be moving forward.. like you, l know l can't go back.. there's only one way to go and that's forward, whether we like it or not. I am learning to redefine myself since l retired and finding new roles and purposes with my newly acquired time.. l enjoy spending time with family, and babysitting my grandchildren, building into my children and their lives.. things l haven't had a lot of time for before.. and learning to trust God with my future, knowing He is in control 💗
Love to you and Desi! ❤ You’re a beautiful woman.
Today is my Granny Daisy's Heavenly Birthday. She was only 67, just a week shy of 68 when we lost this sweet, caring lady in 1980. I was 19, and I miss her all the time. I am close to 64, close to her age. My but how time sure does fly. I look forward to your post. You are like finding a long-lost friend. ❤
I lost both of my parents by time I was 22 and in college. I was blessed to have my Gram for 25 years after that though.
Yep what ever time you would have with grand parents would be a blessing. Sadly, my only living grandparent was overseas and then died when I was just a child. Never met any of them. I truly feel like I have missed out on so much. I just am so envious when I hear people have knew their grandparents. Such a blessing you all have had.
Wow, that is so sad that you lost both parents so early in your life. I'm glad you had your grandmother.
@june- you can be sure that your Gram felt the same way about you.
Sorry you lost your parents so young life can be so cruel so glad you had a loving gram ❤
My 70th birthday today. Neither of my children wished me a happy day. But my teenage grandchildren remembered me and did! My husband took me out to eat and bought me a cake from the deli! So, in many ways a good day. Some ways, not so good. It will haunt them later in their life and I know it. Thank God for my grandchildren!❤❤❤
Happy Birthday 🎉🎂🎈
Happy 70th Birthday!🎉I hope you have a wonderful new year❤️
Blessings on your special day!
Happy Birthday 🎉 Welcome to the 70s (I am 72)! Hugs
Happy birthday 🎊🎁🎂🎉
Thank you and Desi for helping to lift us up every week and give us hope and love. You're a very lovely lady, Susan and Desi is such a cutie. Sending blessings to you. 💕
WOW! Susan, your channel is always such a great treat every week! You hit the nerve today! I have the only one "older" living relative-my aunt that is 88 now and living in Poland (I am 69). Her mind is still as sharp as ever, so I keep asking her about her past and the past of my relatives. I am hoping to put this in some kind of notes for my daughters, so they know "historically" where they came from. I also wanted to ask a favor-can we hear Desie "sing" again? I get such a kick hearing his voice, trying to compete with yours. :)
Thank you, Susan! This was an exceptional presentation this week. I noticed that you have over 1K per hr. signing in. I love that you do not advertise an exclusive membership to pay money to join. Grateful for you!! Love the way Desi yawns before he howls too!
Thank you for being here! I am so thankful you found me and Desi!
Oh my word! I was flooded with memories of my youth when I saw the ball glove. I played softball in my youth and beyond and I still have my glove stored away. It's aged just as I am at 67, but still has life left...❤.
When I saw that glove I got a chill and so many memories came rushing back....my grandfather's best friend was Floyd and played ball in the 1940's so I had to buy that glove. I have noticed that my life is very much like a baseball game, full of drama, defeats and comebacks...ah.....my love to you and thank you and everybody for being here tonight!!!
Age is a number. We just in our prime in the 60s. You look great!
I loved your message this evening! Your thoughts and words rang so true for me. I too am almost 70. At this age, we take each day and all that it holds with a sense of appreciation that we have the opportunity to tackle whatever comes our way with the wisdom of our years. Wisdom is definitely our best friend and keeps our journey going forward and not backwards! Have a blessed week.
Jealousy is the root of the nasty comments - delete & forget. I love your videos. Thank you for making them. 🎉
Hello, Susan & Desi. Thank you so much.
Hi Susan My three words on getting older: knowledge ( from life’s experiences) self-confidence ( living through and learning from those experiences ) and love ( now that I am 73, I know and feel love when it is present )
❤ to You and Desi
@YardleySlicker. I love what you said about feeling love when it is present. I can also feel when it’s not and I finally know if it’s not it’s not about me.
@@ljones98391 Absolutely!
Thanks for being here for us every week! Sending love and hugs to you and Desi❤❤
You are so inspiring!
Susan you are so right life is a challenge. Desi is adorable. Enjoy hearing y'all sing. 🌻🌻🌻
So true your words about not being the same woman you were in your younger days. I just turned a young “73” and I’m amazed everyday thinking about all the things I once thought, like never not wanting to go to Disneyland, wanting that big McMansion on the hill, having to have every purse I saw, were important in my life and always would be. How wrong I was. My daughter is now where I was then and I just let her enjoy her life as it is now because I know when she’s my age she’ll be in the stage of life I am now. I won’t be here to witness her transformation and be able to tell her, see I told you those things you thought were important aren’t any more, and that’s life.
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Susan, you are so good at encouraging me & the other ladies! Living alone after divorce is the most difficult thing I have ever had to endure. Stilll have feelings for the ex, but can no longer act on them. Finding the new path to go forward, trying to re-decide what I want in life, where I want to live & spend my time. All of a sudden world has turned upside down! I have been watching your U-Tube channel x 1 year now. It has truly helped me. I wish there was something I could do to re-pay you for your kindness you always show to your audience! Love Desi too! I have been considering getting a little dog too! ❤ from Bonnie in Michigan.
I find that I have reached at the age of 73 that a lot of things that bothered me ,no longer do. I’m in my fourth quarter and I don’t have time to waste.. I tried very hard to accept people for who they are and love the person they are. I stay away from those people. I just discovered that my mind has gone back to hippie days. I wear bright cloths and smile as much as I can. I love when I smile and say something kind to someone, I most of the time get the look “ are you crazy?” And it’s great when I get friendship back. I just bought an orange car and have decked it out in hippie accessories! Having great fun! I love you. You make laugh and think about more things in life. Thank you!
Susan, I can't imagine anyone being mean to you! There's something wrong with them! Sad! You are a sweetheart, and I love your videos!!
Agreed!! It's hard to understand why someone would feel the need to be hateful..
Omg, Desi joining in singing at the end!!! The cutest!!!
SUSAN! I want to tell you that I found your TH-cam channel about Two weeks ago…so I started from your day one post and watched through the years of your posts. I have enjoyed watching you grow through the years and loved your life stories most of all! You have inspired me so much! I am a 71 year old married woman and some days I wish I had the freedom that you have… some days I wish I no longer was married… it’s lonely being married, being in a loveless marriage 😟 I feel like I know you… I love your beautiful soul! CGH
Try to find something in your day that brings you joy. Do they take us for granted, of course. They think we will always be there for them...yep. It is familiar and you stay with him. Regardless, you would probably miss his presence after so many years. You know the saying 'that you don't know what you have till you no longer have it. Make the best of it all, or make the decision to do better for yourself and separate. That is a hard one. Only you know what you can continue to live with. All the best to you. I hope you find happiness in each day.
I was married most of my life and I agree with you...it can be so painful and so lonely being married...I hear you!
@@dorisdaylight8415I love your comment, I’m almost 65, my husband had an affair from 2012-2017, I found out 2020 during covid, we went for intense counseling together, he is remorseful, regretful, and completely a changed person, we just had our 40th anniversary, but I’ve turned bitter, resentful, sad, still crying at time, I didn’t want to celebrate our 40th so we did nothing, I know I’m still depressed over this, but it’s so difficult to live with this, Susan is so inspirational, I love her videos, our stories are different, my husband begged me to give him another chance, but I still haven’t forgotten or forgiven him😢
When I find that a person, that brings out the worst in me, i think it's because they love to provoke me. I try so hard to be kind, generous, loyal, and helpful. I have more that bring joy in my life and I thank God for it. I hope you do not get anymore negative comments, you are such a sweet, beautiful, kind person, susan. Thank you for your videos, i love them. love desi.
Another great video, Susan. Hubby gone two years now and I still miss the morning greeting, the kiss good night and those strong arms wrapped around me but I'm learning I'm enough. My family are all very attentive and I see sibling quite often. I try to keep busy by watching you beauty creators and I read a lot. I try to stay active like walking and counting steps even thou arthritis keeps my count low but I try. Sometimes we all have to push ourselves to get going but the alternative is not what we want. So get off the couch walk around your house to get your step in, try to be active.
Thank you for sharing, it's so good to talk.🎉❤😊 your a special women 🎉.
Yoi hit the nail on the head when you said "invisible" - that is how the world around me tries to make me feel...it is a challenge to keep showing kindness and gentleness in this world to others.
Thank you so much for being here and making such a meaningful presence in our community of great ladies! xo Much love always, Happy Sunday! Susan & Desi
I've never seen a cuter dog than Desi! His little teeth... they get me everytime! :)
Thank you so much!!!
Don't let the meanies get you down. Thank you so much again for all you do for us.
Love to hear Desi sing.I get tired of opinions and self-importance. I just ignore them and find my happy place.Which could be anything from a favorite song to a food,movie, or a video. It is the simple things I am grateful for in my life now that I am older. I am happy to be healthy and alive.
I just love when you and Desi sing together, so darn cute! 😊 Wonderful video as always, Susan.. tyfs. Have a blessed and nice rest of your weekend sweet friend ❤ 🌸
Theres honestly only a few things I worry about getting older. Not being able to do my own yard and gardening one day or when i can no longer drive. I just try not too worry too much about much! I do my best to stay active and healthy and serve others, stay close to God and enjoy my children, family,friends and pups!
Beautiful video, Susan.....yes, aging brings its own complications for us... but we keep getting up and making a new day for ourselves......I am thankful for every day.....I will be 74 in November....so I say, bring it on......God bless you and Desi.....
I am 65 and going through a much unwanted divorce after 45 years with my husband. We have lived apart for nearly a year and a half and I miss him terribly but I AM quite self sufficient. I have always been strong, hard-working, and resourceful so I know I’ll be ok- I just have to get through the heartbreak. I’m thankful for the lessons I’ve learned I life and the artistic talents I’ve developed and refined- these are the tools that will carry me through this difficult journey. Thanks to you for the positive energy and kindness.
Susan I'll be 76 in 8 days and you are so right you put everything into perfect words my life has changed so much everything hurts and I didn't get home tonight until 12:30 at night for my granddaughter's birthday party and I just want to say everything you said tonight helped me so much tonight that maybe I'll sleep you said everything that I needed to hear how some people can be mean and it just changes your whole night because someone was mean tonight and it just tore my heart up because I don't do things like that to people just like what you said and you are one of the kindest souls I don't think you realize how wonderful you are for TH-cam I watched you for years and watched your beautiful talent for photography and for saying the things that we all need to hear May God bless you and make you happy and healthy thank you for being you❤❤❤❤
You melt my heart Rose....you are a great writer and a great communicator. People can be downright cruel...and I find myself becoming them or sinking to their level and I am just too old and tired for that nonsense anymore! LOL....oh what great friends we would be if we live din the same city!!! We would have a blast!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love you pretty lady so much!
@@LittlePoet God bless you I know I swear we think exactly alike all my love to you my sweet sweet friend ❤️❤️❤️❤️
At 68, I feel compelled to answer these.
Question #!) Confident, wise, and self-aware, and I cannot get away with skipping my daily discipline and self-care. Question 2 Health (Thin does not necessarily mean health) Mental, emotional, spiritual, Financial Security, and Connection. Question #3: I remain calm and serene, I communicate calmly and clearly, and I avoid toxic people. Question #4 I like who I am. I continue to change; and creative Self-expression remains a priority,. I have something to say 🌺🌺🌺.
This is such a wonderful channel that you have created, Little Poet. I am 39 and feel so comforted by your videos.
I'm so glad! I am so happy you are here!
I am the same way. I am strong and resilient, yet highly empathetic. I feel deeply about people and animals. I observe and pick up on the slightest things.
It hurts to be empathetic, but at the same time, I wish more people had this trait.
Our society is filled with narcissistic types, so I am on guard to avoid attracting that type of person into my life. I learned from past experiences.
No matter what, I try to end my thoughts on a positive note. Life could be better and life could be worse. This keeps reality balanced.
Sweet. You and Desi.. ❤️
I turned 60 last year, so what I notice the most was that I am up for self growth more than anything. I've always been active physically, tried to eat better/cleaner through my 50's took up hot yoga and pilates at 55, total game changer. I never really looked like I worked out with a toned bod with a 6 pack lol but, I sure stayed away from illnesses which I contribute to my emotional well- being/self- regulation. I don't always, always stick to eating well, love pizza too much, so Friday is pizza night still and happy hours. Just doing the best that I can for me, myself & I 💚
My main worries are taking care of my home and yard as I get older. My partner is dealing with cancer and he takes care of those things. If something happens to him. It will be me doing it. My health is not the best, I deal with lupus. I also worry about getting dementia. Those are probably the most I worry about. Financially I’m ok. I draw my deceased ex husband social security and I’ll take my amount at 70. So I’m not worried over finances which is a plus. I’m not happy with my clothes choices since I retired. It’s like I lost my identity when it comes to dressing. Working in the corporate world for 40 years. My choices in clothing were so much better. Love your videos! ❤
Susan I look so forward Saturday night so I can watch you and Desi. Your channel is my favorite. I do have a confession, you have a beautiful singing voice but Desi’s is my favorite 😉. Thank you for always bringing us such wonderful content every week. It is always inspiring and insightful. ❤️
You were so on point this week!
Yes, like a river, as we flow, we change like the currents!
Security and money matters!
We worry about being alone, yet we make it work anyhow.
And my memories of baseball are about my older brother playing the game before Muscular Dystrophy robbed him of his own body!
But I think of him stealing bases and having fun while he could. He taught me a lesson. Enjoy whatever it is you love while you can!
Thank you so much for being here! Desi, too!
Your channel is so refreshing. It's so nice to find someone to relate to on so many levels and topics. I already know how to decorate my home for each season and holiday lol 😊
I so appreciate you Susan for sharing your life you really inspire me and i know other's as I've gotten older im a empath and i feel more for others and have to be a little careful of that and hearing about baseball and radios brought back wonderful memories of being at my grandparents ranch and a game was always on and traveling their listening to radio shows was the best!❤❤❤ have a blessed week Susan and Desi😊
Not all men are worth remembering. The love of my life was one who manipulated me into thinking he adored me and so I made him the focus of my life. Now that he’s gone I get to live a life for me. Best years ever!
Hi Lady's..for those who have loved and lost be happy to have had that..im 60 and have never married and no children..been living alone for about 30 years..work fromm home and rarely talk to anyone..i have one friend who has a demanding job and children who keep her busy. Everyday is a struggle my furs friend keeps me somewhat sane..Count your blessings and pray 🙏..
What a lovely video; it felt like a big hug. Thank you so much. Have a great week!!!
It was a hug to all of you here...I never mean to preach...it just feels good to talk all together about our lives...much love to you, Susan & Desi
I think about staying healthy. I think about my low low income and how I can augment it. I worry about keeping my yard and house in good repair and how much longer I can keep doing it. I pray that my kids are happy and healthy and that maybe one of the five of them will call me one day. My reward for working hard is to dive into a nice long sewing session. I think about how much I love my dog. I read and strive to get grateful and positive.
I’ve got 5 too! And they do the same dang thing. So, o get my fishing rods, bait, fold up chair and go fishing at a creek that goes to the lake. Ohhh, it’s so calming watching the water flow and seeing nature ❤ I love it.
So much excitement when I reel them in 😍. Some for supper and some to freeze for another day!
There are some lovely senior living facilities. Have faith and stay open to all possibilities.
My grandmothers were my favorite people. They nurtured me and made me feel loved every single day while my parents worked long hours in our family restaurant. Today, I am going to choose burial plots in the cemetery where my maternal relatives are buried. Until I get there, I don’t know if I can choose one next to my grandmother but I’m praying that I can. I’m almost 57 and even though she has been gone since 1998, I still think about the questions that I’d like to ask her. Thank you for this video.
I so look forward to seeing and listening to what you have to say every week. You make me feel so normal, and I'm not alone. Thank you❤
Thank you for sharing your wonderful wisdom. I think I would say my three things are: Love your people, Keep yourself well and believe in the good of life.
Tonight’s video was beautiful. Your poetry, the gorgeous images of the water and the trees and the calming sound of your voice as you narrated the story. Have you ever considered just talking in your “story voice” set to your beautiful photography? It’s so relaxing watching your photography and listening to you tell the story. Don’t get me wrong. I love your current format. But it’s occurred to me before and then again tonight. I think so many of us want something to calm us, comfort us. And you have a deep, calming voice with such great stories to tell. You are indeed a great story teller. Maybe I want to feel like that little girl who asked, “Can you tell me that story one more time?” Bedtime stories of our childhood. Those are some very special memories. Thank you Susan for sharing your gifts with us each week.❤❤
Hello from Ontario Canada Susan and Desi, thank you for another home run video, you touched again on so much this week again, I just turned 69 this week and sometimes I think you can see into my soul, when you commented on not being able to find the right words to finish a thought, or a sentence, well , that’s me as well, but we keep pushing on my garden , my little house and my son, keep me busy and feeling loved, and each Saturday evening I do look forward Susan and Desi to hearing a sweet little song, and hearing how your week was, so until next week, God bless, be safe all my love dear Lady and Desi, from a friend ❤️🇨🇦🥰🇺🇸❤️or as my dear Mother would have said a kindred spirit❤️💐✨⭐️
❤ At the end when Desi sang his last big finish, I just cried my eyes out for a minute as his love for you touched me so deeply. Blessings.
Oh you are so sweet!!! Thank you for being here!!! Happy Weekend!!! Susan & Desi
Susan, Thank you for sharing. We all have haters. It's because other women are jealous...it can be because of anything, our success, beauty or even.l that we have overcome life's obstacles with grace. That's what I have found. When I was working, I had coworkers who asked me why I smile all the time. I have endured major losses sinc the age of 5 when my grandma died, lost an uncle at 7 y/o and my dear dad to cancer when I was 17. I have endured through my faith in God and my beautiful relationship with my mom until she passed. People can be so selfish. I too, am divorced age 70, and alone.
You are a beautiful person, Susan, ignore the haters!! They just wish they were 1% as gracious and lovely as you are. I have watched your channel weekly for a few years. I look forward to seeing you weekly. Your videos are beautifully done ...your home is beautiful, tastefully done . I love your videos, lovely nature shots, and music too. God bless you and Desi. I also have a sweet little dog.
Thank you. ❤❤❤
I'm so glad watching your video - even if it's at 3am in my country. Wish you all the best for you Susan and sweet gentleman Desi! Greetings from Serbia 🇷🇸♥️
My biggest mistake was remarry after my husband passed away! How much I miss being by myself after my husband passed away! Yes, I miss him very much!
Susan you are a delightful lady! I love your channel! It is artistic, beautiful, with good content. Glad you can let the bad comments go!
Thank you so much!
I heard a saying years ago that I relay often to other women: ‘anyone who makes you feel bad about yourself, turn tail and run!’
Life’s too short to waste your time with those people!
Sue you give me so much courage to go on. As you rightly said, my mind drift off to so many things when I want to explain myself, it’s not funny. Thank you for bringing hope to so many of us. God bless you richly ❤