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Tue Aug 13, 2013 6:25 am  |
I turn 40 on Friday. I have an appointment for a mammogram and have the name of the dr I need to call for a colonoscopy.
I have spent the last month doing carefully timed Microneedling sessions, IPL and will cap it off on Thursday or Friday with a Hydrafacial.
I don't look old and I don't feel old but scheduling those tests made me feel 100. |
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Tue Aug 13, 2013 8:06 am |
| Your blessings are many so count them and not years. Happy Birthday! |
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Tue Aug 13, 2013 9:31 am |
Look at them as preventative measures, though I thought colonoscopies were at 50?
Happy birthday though...40 is the new 30 after all! |
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Tue Aug 13, 2013 9:40 am |
My body is over 50, my wisdom level is over 50, but my heart is 20....
As I worked on myself inwardly, I grew younger.
Wishing for you, your best possible personal journey 
BFAG |
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Tue Aug 13, 2013 9:57 am |
| bethany wrote: |
Look at them as preventative measures, though I thought colonoscopies were at 50?
Happy birthday though...40 is the new 30 after all! |
I have some family history of issues in the lower region so I am getting checked on 10 years early
turning 40 is better than the alternative!  |
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Tue Aug 13, 2013 10:57 am |
| LauraLizzie wrote: |
| bethany wrote: |
Look at them as preventative measures, though I thought colonoscopies were at 50?
Happy birthday though...40 is the new 30 after all! |
I have some family history of issues in the lower region so I am getting checked on 10 years early
turning 40 is better than the alternative! |
Smart lady...better safe than sorry! |
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Tue Aug 13, 2013 12:02 pm |
OP, don't be silly.
Turning 40 doesn't make you old. There are plenty of 40+ women who are fit and gorgeous.
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Tue Aug 13, 2013 12:51 pm |
| VeronicaM wrote: |
OP, don't be silly.
Turning 40 doesn't make you old. There are plenty of 40+ women who are fit and gorgeous.
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Did you see the part where she said "I don't look old and I don't feel old..."  She isn't disputing that you can look great in your 40's, so I am not sure why you would call her silly. |
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Tue Aug 13, 2013 3:52 pm |
In my opinion, age largely is a number.
40+ women are having babies, baby boomers are winning bodybuilding competitions, and more people are living well at 75, 85, and beyond. I know a women who finished law school in her 40s--and near the top of her class.
There are plenty of older women who are defying the odds, achieving their dreams, living fulfilled lives--and looking good while doing it. I don't think that taking a few medical tests changes any of that.
Here's hoping that this thread stays positive and encouraging.
Thanks. |
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Wed Aug 14, 2013 11:08 am |
| bethany wrote: |
| LauraLizzie wrote: |
| bethany wrote: |
Look at them as preventative measures, though I thought colonoscopies were at 50?
Happy birthday though...40 is the new 30 after all! |
I have some family history of issues in the lower region so I am getting checked on 10 years early
turning 40 is better than the alternative! |
Smart lady...better safe than sorry! |
Well I'm 36 and look quite young but feel "old" due to many health issues.
Most people that have some of the same issues are usually 60+ years old- so whenever I go to a medical apt I am asked if I am waiting for my grandmother.....(grrrr).
I will be glad to turn one year older! |
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Fri Aug 16, 2013 8:56 am |
Thanks ladies, I am not ready for a walker yet.
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Thu Aug 22, 2013 8:22 am |
I remember those tests at 40 and then again when I turned 50.
The tests help me keep my feet on the ground and remind me that (like you) even though I don't feel my age, I am, so therefore I NEED to be proactive!
When I turned 50 last year, I had so many other test I thought I was going in for an overhaul. It was sort of depressing but I realized those tests will keep me alive! I do mammograms yearly and blood work as well.
I have an Aunt who is 95 and travels every few months all around the globe by airplane and car.
She drinks a glass of fresh squeezed OJ in the morn and 2 glasses of red wine at night. And her attitude is marvelous! She's calm, strong-willed, optimistic and just enjoys life! She's my role model!
Just turned 51 last week myself, so happy birthday!!!! |
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Joined the 50 club several years back, blonde w/ fair/sensitive skin, Texas humidity and prone to rosacea, light breakouts and sunburns, combo skin type, starting to see sundamage and fine lines |
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Fri Aug 23, 2013 8:07 pm |
| If it makes you feel better, I've had colonoscopies every 5 years since I was 14 and mammograms since I was 20... I never associated either of those with age before in my life. |
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Sat Aug 24, 2013 10:06 am |
| Yes, my colonoscopy and mammograms were all due to health issues. Not fun nor age related! |
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Joined the 50 club several years back, blonde w/ fair/sensitive skin, Texas humidity and prone to rosacea, light breakouts and sunburns, combo skin type, starting to see sundamage and fine lines |
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Sat Aug 24, 2013 5:19 pm |
My white hairs and 11's have made me feel old at times. But overall I look youthful, have stayed at the same weight, have a lot of character and energy, and love for what I do, so I don't see myself fading anytime soon.
I sprained my ankle for the first time ever last week walking down a STEP(!), almost passed out, and had to sit for a minute composing myself - that put a pang of fear in me. But I was able to walk immediately with no trouble, swelling was next to nil, and was skipping rope within 2-3 days. I'm strong, healthy, and then some!
Once in a while I do fall victim to young girls who turn up and see themselves in competition with me for attention. I know its ridiculous since there's no way I'm after the guys they are, and honestly I'm in a completely different realm than they are as a woman AND workwise. But its hard not to feel a little faded around that absolute GLOW of youth.
But I've still got a glow, genuine love for life, and as my ancient english teacher in high school used to say "VIM! VIGOUR! & VITALITY!" (his teeth flew out one day as he was revving up to yell it out again, apparently, lol).
Most of them will lose their's by the time they hit 30 with all the partying, and lack of genuine passion for what they do, and I'll still be going strong. No worries here, really.
* edit: I lied. I worry, but do a decent job of keeping myself in check! |
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Mon Aug 26, 2013 5:01 pm |
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My white hairs and 11's have made me feel old at times. But overall I look youthful, have stayed at the same weight, have a lot of character and energy, and love for what I do, so I don't see myself fading anytime soon.
I sprained my ankle for the first time ever last week walking down a STEP(!), almost passed out, and had to sit for a minute composing myself - that put a pang of fear in me. But I was able to walk immediately with no trouble, swelling was next to nil, and was skipping rope within 2-3 days. I'm strong, healthy, and then some!
Once in a while I do fall victim to young girls who turn up and see themselves in competition with me for attention. I know its ridiculous since there's no way I'm after the guys they are, and honestly I'm in a completely different realm than they are as a woman AND workwise. But its hard not to feel a little faded around that absolute GLOW of youth.
But I've still got a glow, genuine love for life, and as my ancient english teacher in high school used to say "VIM! VIGOUR! & VITALITY!" (his teeth flew out one day as he was revving up to yell it out again, apparently, lol).
Most of them will lose their's by the time they hit 30 with all the partying, and lack of genuine passion for what they do, and I'll still be going strong. No worries here, really.
* edit: I lied. I worry, but do a decent job of keeping myself in check! |
That's great you heal so quickly Lori A! I am probably younger than you, but have a condition that keeps me in a good amount of pain all the time. Still, I am happy, and don't let it stop me doing what I like. I just got back from a 4 day wilderness canoe trip.
It's hard to judge others passion. Lets hope they get to enjoy all that partying and a wonderful life full of 'vim, vigour and vitality'. |
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Sat Sep 21, 2013 5:09 am |
Ok add this to the list of Wake Up Calls:
I went to my eye surgeon to ask about refractive surgery so I wouldnt have to wear the dang contacts, and he suggested a custom lens implant "because in the not-to-distant future you're going to need a cataract extraction anyway, so why not do it now and pre-empt that and benefit from the refractive correction".
At first I was like ... WTH???
But then I was like ... COOL!!! |
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