Lovely video, I guess I'm the only one who disagrees wearing hats make you look younger, well at least not on me, I have quite a bit of sun hats, b/c I just don't like getting too much sun on my face like I used to, always wore big/dark sunglasses, I will say maybe just a few plain straw hats look ok, just don't like how they make my face look, but a "smile" always makes someone look younger, I will keep dyeing my hair, until I've had enough, love make up, & I take care of myself by eating healthier! TY for your time.

Agreed 100%

My son will be 43 in just a few hours. I haven't seen him for going on 8 years. I have never felt as low as I do right now. This is the worst. I am 60. He was my world. My only child. The though of divorcing and giving up on him breaks my heart and soul. I have been given no option. He used the term "dead to me." He got a new wife and took the Grandkids from previous marriage away. Crazy accusations from the new wife who didn't know me. Now second wife divorced him. I am walking around, full of tears. You described this perfectly. The grieving doesn't end. I've tried to wait it out. I'm exhausted. His birthday breaks me. I was only 17 when I had him. We had to grow up together. I have blamed myself over and over. I don't want and never thought of needing to divorce my son. God help..... 💔💔💔

Beautiful 😊

Wow....imagine how you tell your child since they could remember...let's say 7...that YOU knew they were going to bad because YOU got an infection after giving birth to them. Imagine spitting on your child. Imagine triggering them and then telling people they're crazy. Imagine not listening all these years when your child says YOU and them have some issues. Now imagine going to listen to this dunce so you don't have to take accountability and remain the narc you are. Do better! I hope you all remain lonely!

One benefit is not having to set the alarm clock to get up and not having to get up early.♥️

I have plenty of girlfriends but would like to also have some male friends. Men ask me out, but as soon as they find out I’m married they fade away. You think it’s just too hard to be friends with those you are sexually attracted to?

please be more considerate of others

although every woman should appreciate your thoughts. men need consideration too....

Thank you Margaret 🎉🎉🎉

Tbh I thought that particular hat made you look older Margaret - and young people don't generally wear hats, except for baseball caps, so not in full agreement here. I love hats though & generally wear a sunhat to protect my skin against the harsh Australian sun (in summer). Not altogether sure about people wanting to look younger - There's nothing wrong with embracing your age, confidently!😊

I thought you would say "smile!" It's the best way to look younger. Helen Mirren says just stand up straight😉

Great video ♥️ I don’t think I would ever date again if something happened to my husband.❤

Companionship is the very ticket for me. At 75 and having lost my hubby in 2007, I would remarry him in spirit...the love of my life. Like you Lady MAG'S...no problems attracting...just happily independent. Plus your Sisterhood platform makes me even stronger. Blessings from Canada 🇨🇦. We adore your podcasts 🪩😊

Let go of your children...who are now adults making their own rules and decisions. You trained and educated us for a reason...to grow up and live our own lives. We make choices different than you will. We can't make the same decisions nor do things the way you did for us, because that world and values no longer exists. Know you did a GREAT job raising us, and let us learn about the world around us... and that 's why we can make different, even better choices for ourselves and our family. You didn't fail. This is what success looks like...even if it's something you can't do. Your values are in the past...our lives are in the future. I always ask my mom why did she send us to college? She said she wanted us to have a better life. Well, a better life means doing things different than how we were raised...and you can be a part of the new instead of staying stuck in the past...how you did it. It doesn't make you wrong in how you raised us.

Absolutely agree, Margaret! Age is not very important, but as women, we do want to appear better. I have always been a hat-lover, but now I feel the need to cover my hair more often since it is thinning...and it is warmer that way, too🙂 Nothing to say about the elegance it adds to an outfit. Yes, a smile is an irreplaceable "accessory".

I wanted to thank you so much for mentioning my channel "Loving Our Age" in this video. You are such an inspiration Margaret and I have been following you and your inspirational messages for years. Let's continue to help women embrace this chapter of their lives! Wishing you all the best to you and your community.

Even at 87 I would like new relationships. I have lost many good friends over the past few years. I would welcome a new person to share time and fun activities. I certainly am not as physically active as I was in my younger years but I still have an active mind and want to have open conversations about many issues. I love discussing all topics with respect for different views. .ican appreciate otherviews than myas long as my views are accepted with respect. Iwould enjoy attending movies,musical events and discussions of books,articles ,and discussing what we might read. I wouldwelcome an open relationship to explore what we might like to do together. Going out to eat, share a day trip to interesting places etc. .

Hi Margaret, I would like to be a patron in your group. How do I go about doing that? Thank you

Very inspiring 😊

Eye contour crème! Since I was 17 🙂

Not a single comment taking even one iota of responsibility. Just totally mystified.😂 These crazy adult children going no contact for zero reason. Must be in the water.😂

So far in three years retired I have tried eBay vintage item sales, upwork marketing (used to do some web marketing at my job), house flipping, KZfaq and food delivery. First was too detailed for me, second was too competitive, third was too hard (lost big money) and fourth was a flop and fifth too physically taxing. Right now I've taken that plant idea and am raising coop ready egg laying chickens and selling eggs to neighbors with my partner. So far my favorite retirement job. My partner volunteers at an acupuncture clinic non profit in exchange for free treatments. I am still looking for more to do however.

Excellent advice!! & soo true! Loved it

I'm 75 years old and am a loner of sorts. I enjoy my own company. I like getting up each morning and not having to answer to anyone except myself. If I want to go out shopping and staying all day without someone at home waiting for a meal.

Good Thursday 🌄☕ morning, Margaret. your hair look's lovely. Thank-you for the tips🎉🎉🎉

I'm almost 69 years old and I've worn hats since I was a kid. Just about any outfit I wear instantly looks better with a hat. I probably own about twelve hats and four baseball caps. I think lipstick makes a huge difference as well as sunglasses. I also love wrapping scarves on my head. I believe posture is very important along with a sincere smile. All of these things require little effort or cost but can make a dramatic difference in how you feel and look.

I worked from home for 4 years (retired recently) after working way too much for the prior decade. My town is tiny and remote, and although I appear to be an extrovert, I’m not. I do love my own company 😊. 14 years of isolation, unwanted divorce 8 years ago, geography, living far away from family… I had seriously isolated myself. I wasn’t a churchgoer, but last year, I decided to find one that mostly aligns with my outlook. I’ve made friends there and belonging has forced me to get out among people and get involved in some community projects. These things stretch me far beyond my comfort zone, but I’m finding this to be much more positive than negative. I love my alone time and I can still get it while cultivating new relationships and reconnecting with old friends. At this age, we agree to respectfully disagree on certain topics. I’m dating a nice man (mutual FB friend said we should meet). There’s no pressure to do anything but enjoy dinner or a walk or hike here and there, and that’s perfect for both of us. Thank you for talking about all kinds of relationships.

Funny, I made a whole series of photos of doors when I visited CH! Since there was no one on the streets, I always wondered what stories lay hidden behind those unique doors. Hope you enjoyed the trip! 🏔🚪

My marriage wasn't perfect but my husband had so many of the qualities that I want in a partner that I feel it will be very difficult to find someone with those same qualities. He passed away 2 years ago. I don't think I'll ever marry again but it would be nice to have someone in my life to spend time with. Either way, my family and friends are enough for now.

Entering my 60's and being alone for the first time has been my greatest adventure yet. Love your channel so much ❤️

Great advice, Margret ❤.

You look so cute in the hat! I think you're onto something here, Margaret!

I agree about acting younger. It just comes naturally to me because my mother had a "young" mind and I do too (still feel 15-20 most of the time). It must show because I meet with a group of older ladies (I'm 73) who frequently comment that I'm a lot younger than they are even though they know my age (their ages range from 67-81). Having an open mind, practicing yoga and not always criticizing young people helps too.

Great tips Margaret

She's your mom holds no weight to kids who were abused... They tore up their parent card when they decided to do whatever it is they did... They have no rights... These kids suffer from a lifetime of PTSD caused by the one person who was charged to protect them and nurture them... The worst betrayal of all cannot be turned on its head because quote she's your mom... F*** that

What is actually heartbreaking is what happened to these children under the care of these parents... I have no sympathy for these parents at all... Estrangement is usually as last resort after decades of dismissal and continued gaslighting & abuse... Honor they mother & father does not exit our psyche over a few you tube videos... Nobody wants to choose to cut off a parent! It is super painful to have to take such a drastic step!! But, after all the abuse and attempts, you have to sometimes make these decisions for self preservation

You make me think

I watched the video. I'll weigh in on the last part of the convo. It's a good question and my answer is 'it depends'. I try to address it before the restaurant check ever comes. I also like to have a very rough idea of the financial level of my date. That informs my decision, too. If its someone I am just getting to know, and I really see something in them, I might be open to the romance vibe coming later. In that case I'd split it. If someone wants to come in and offer to pay for me, etc, I will happily agree. I DO love the vibe that a potential partner is very very into me, i.e. being swept off my feet. I like it! But it's also important to make sure the guy understands that enjoyment doesn't make me a potential trad wife or anything of the sort. I don't rule out people who worry as much about money as I have to. But sure, it's lovely to have someone who respects and enjoys you and further, where who is going to pay isn't even an issue and doesn't come up!

I read the title and thought, "Stand up straight and smile!". I agree with the hat and sunglasses though and like wearing both of those. I think footwear can be a bit of a giveaway, you can tell a lot about someone by looking at their shoes or boots.

Such a beautiful place. After watching many of your travel videos, I have to say you've got me paying a lot more attention to and appreciating doors and architecture 😊 Thank you for that!!! Glad you are having such a great time!!

What I don’t get, is how an almost perfect childhood and a good relationship between us the parents and our daughter, can suddenly turn into something strange that I don’t recognize? I blame my son in law for a big part of this, but my daughter loves him, so she’s also part of it of course. We, my husband and I, do have a life of our own, we ran a small company, we have fun together, so it’s not like expect my daughter to be with us all the time. I just wish that the time we spend with them was better, more relaxed and fun. Instead of me walking on eggshells, trying to not say the wrong things and hiding my hurt feelings. It’s difficult to grasp that the man who my daughter loves, behaves like a bully towards me.

Sixty and me also sun sceen cream it does help with our ageing wendy😊

I wish I could find a hat that suits me!! You look amazing in your hat. People laugh at me when I wear hats. Apparently I have a small head. Ha ha. And hats just fall down on my face. lol.

My grandmother was a farmer and she taught me at an early age, I’m 75, the importance of wearing a hat to protect your skin from the sun. I also keep sunglasses at the ready. People often think I’m younger then I am. I do believe it’s this 4 piece combo. Hat, sunglasses, lipstick, and a smile year around. Thanks Margaret for giving us the science behind it.

Hi Margaret.... love this lol and I don't think I will ever act my age, I didn't read the age rule book and don't intend to haha... Much love from New Zealand x

It’s a beautiful place❤ Thank you for sharing ❤

Love this! So funny!!