AARP Online Community and Discussion Forums - Re: Give Yourself some 'Me Time'

AARPMaggie · ‎01-10-2022

Think about what makes you happy — those little things that matter and make you who you are. Doing something artistic or creative? Tending the garden or catching up on something important to you? Writing in a journal or going somewhere you love? Make time this week to do something special and meaningful for yourself. Visit AARP® Staying Sharp® for more brain health information.

RobertB896601 · ‎02-14-2022

I moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota to go to a Printer's Institute. Spent two years there and ended up purchasing a pair of skis as I was pretty proficient on skis passed up the gal that taught me how to ski. lol. If it wasn't so darn cold in the winter there I might have stayed but just too cold so went back to Missouri. Many years ago as I am seventy six now but would love to try skiing again. lol.

Kay674962 · ‎02-14-2022

I've never had success at downhill skiing. Tried it with an instructor a couple of times over the decades, but "no go". I recently retired, so I rented skis for the season, with intention of finally getting to a point of confidence. I just went out and patiently let my body figure out what it needed to do--no instructor messing with my head! I'm happy to report that it's going very well--and I'm quite content for now just spending a couple of hours on the bunny hill. It gets me outside into some beautiful country, and lets me truly enjoy the cold weather instead of just complaining about it! ⛷❄️

RobertB896601 · ‎03-12-2022

Glad to hear you tried it at your own pace. At least you have some where to ski. Moving back to Missouri no place to ski. I guess I must have sold my skis as I don't have them any more. Probably too old to be on skis any more but it sure was fun so enjoy yourself.

Robert

Dalar31 · ‎02-13-2022

I will be attending a sheriff’s citizens academy. It will teach us different aspects of the department, weekly. This will provide background info for that mystery I plan to write someday.

SteveW165304 · ‎02-12-2022

I've taken my smart phone with me on road trips across the state, chronicling street art - murals - painted on the outsides of buildings. To date, I have more than 300 of these pieces of public art!

franceshd · ‎03-12-2022

GREAT IDEA !! Would be an interesting, artistic and historical book or blog/website

ArthurS542752 · ‎02-10-2022

Almost five years ago, at 81, I started doing standup comedy. Since then I have done shows from Florida up to headlining at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. I also won the AARP Funniest Comedian Contest in 2017.The feeling I get from making people laugh is so uplifting for me because I believe if I can take away someone's problems or worries, if only for a little while, it's all worth the time it takes me to prepare.

c210721b · ‎02-10-2022

Listening to music, dancing, cooking, singing, knitting. I'm getting happy just thinking about the things that make me happy. (Of course these are the "G" rated ones 🙂)