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A little list for living the good life
11. Technology is not your enemy. Embrace it. Your children will use it even if you don’t, so get learning and understand what’s what especially in the communications arena. My Mum is 84 and regularly communicates with her grandchildren on Facebook. Just do it.12. Don’t ever wear onesies or dungarees – leave them to your daughters.
13. Yes you can wear yellow jeans (or any coloured jeans) just make sure they are good fitting and consider turning them up at the ankles and wearing them with flats or cool trainers.
14. I read this in Woman and Home magazine recently: If you’re recently single, then look for a younger man. You’ll be the envy of your girlfriends, confuse your family, and generally become a talking point! Lol!
15. Don’t wear purple (unless you’re a Dockers supporter). It’s ageing.
16. Spend money on good shoes that are stylish and comfortable. After the age of 50 we don’t need an Imelda Marcos stash of shoes in the cupboard and anything uncomfortable will rarely be worn. (Yes, Dave, I know I need a clear out)
17. When it comes to your body image, for God’s sake have a sense of humour. After 50 everything heads south to the Bermuda Triangle – never to return. Just remember, you mostly cannot wear what 20 year olds wear so choose wisely.
18. Fat though is significant when it impacts your health, remember to eat well and exercise lots.
19. Good fabrics, good cuts and timeless elegance are now your friends – with an accessorized nod to what’s fashionable. (Actually, I haven’t embraced this rule yet … but I know I should!) As my son’s girlfriend alluded, “Cheap clothes made from cheap fabrics don’t wear well or wash well.”
20. Exercising alone is boring (well it is for me) and the thought of it makes me grumpy. Do it anyway because it feels good afterwards and good health will make you happy. If you have time join a gym or an exercise class, or get some friends together to walk.
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