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After an Emotional Month I Wonder: Is Life About…

After an Emotional Month I Wonder:
Is Life About the Big Moments or
The Moments In Between?

The past month has been one of a lot of feelings and experiences from one end of the spectrum to the other, some anticipated some not.

From the saddest moments to the most exciting. From feeling disconnected, irrelevant and sad to the point of my face breaking out (which nevvver happens) to feeling embraced by the most loving hugs; both literally and metaphorically.

It seems like it’s the big moments in life that attract most of our attention and anticipation. They are the times that embed themselves as memories in our mental film library.

There’s no question that our huge accomplishments are huge and important. AND, so are the moments in between that fill our hearts and life experience.

This got me thinking more about moments in between (the good ones of course)…an exercise I highly recommend doing.

Remembering past good in between moments also reminds you that you had them, even when perhaps there were other not such good things happening at the same time. And that can be true again.

Many of us are afraid that in later life there are to be fewer of these moments. And I say, if you believe that to be true, it will be. What do you choose to believe?

I hope you’ll join me to also hear which moments in between of mine came to mind.

Not be missed take-ways:

  1. If you want to see someone, or talk to someone, call them. Don’t wait for them to call you.

  2. If you want to see the ocean, the mountains, a sunset, a sunrise, do it.

  3. If you want more moments in between, notice them, create them, find them; they are waiting for you.

And your mission, that I hope you’ll choose to accept…

Pay attention to the moments in between and remember them…and keep creating new ones.


Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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Two Women in their 80’s Have a Dream Come…

Two Women in their 80’s Have a Dream Come True
40 Years Later:
Their Original Musical About the Great French Actress Sarah Bernhardt is Being Produced!

Hello and welcome back to the 68th episode of Loving Later Life, and I have to say that you are in for such a very special treat. You’re about to hear a story proving the fact that it is never, ever too late to see your dreams come true.

This is a story of two incredible women in their 80’s…one of whom is my mother. It is a story of friendship, of courage, tenacity, resilience, love, and passion. It is a story that comes full circle spotlighting relationships, perseverance, and timing.

I am so excited to say that due to a change in their schedule while my mom was in town for a presentation they were doing about Sarah at Dominican University, I was able to grab them for 30 minutes for an impromptu recording at a small park sitting at a picnic table.

You all met my mom Elaine Lang Ockner in episode 35 of LLL and if you haven’t listened to it yet, you must check it out after you listen to this episode.

She is is a pianist/composer, and Musical Director. She has composed the music for many musical stage productions and created original music for Bravo’s TV documentaries on the lives of Sarah Brightman, Jackie Chan and Nathan Lane. She was also pianist and Musical Director for Princess Cruises, Royal Viking, and Sitmar Cruise Lines.

My mom met June Richards in 1979. June is a professional actress, theatre director and emeritus professor. June created theatre programs for Dominican University, Contra Costa College, and served as Chair of Visual and Performing Arts at San Diego City College, and has directed more than 100 productions.

Since they met, they’ve been dear friends and artistic partners. Over the years their collaboration created many theatrical projects and wacky adventures behind the scenes.

As single mothers they persisted even as they experienced heartache and sadness with relationships and loss of loved ones; choosing not to be taken down but instead to focus on their creative passion.

One constant thread in the quilt of their creations was a musical they wrote in the 1980’s of the story of Sarah Bernhardt, the renowned French actress who also defied the odds and never gave up.

Fast forward 40+ years later to right now, their musical “The Divine Sarah” has been selected out of over 40 submissions of new works by the Ross Valley Players in Marin County, California to be produced this month, March 2024.

Ironically, 100 years after Sarah’s death, Paris recently had a Sarah Bernhardt exhibition. Vogue magazine had a spread, and Barbra Streisand is a super fan, talking about Sarah in her new book. (And if you’re listening Ms. Barbra, there is a ticket waiting for you at the theatre!)

Loving Later Life listeners, if you want to be moved and inspired, you must listen to these women tell their story. Annnd, be sure to listen all the way through because I got special permission to share with you a one-minute sneak preview of one of the songs played by my mom, the composer, Elaine Lang Ockner.

So now, picture if you will, I’m sitting at a picnic table with these two beautiful and talented women in the warm sun, birds chirping, (the occasional car driving by), and my phone resting on the table to record their incredible story….

Not be missed take-ways:

  1. It’s not too late to pursue your dreams, whether you’re 60, 70, or 80+!

  2. Trust how things work out. Sometimes it’s just not the right time.

  3. Ask for and accept support from others.

  4. Exciting things happen in later life when you are a willing participant!

And your mission, that I hope you’ll choose to accept…

Come see the show if at all possible, and at the very least, go after your dreams! It’s not too late!

Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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How My Son’s Surgery to Remove a Tumor Confirmed…

How My Son’s Surgery to Remove a Tumor Confirmed
We Can Learn From the Younger Generation


In this episode you will hear how my son’s mindset, humor and radical acceptance got him through not one but two potential life threatening events. I actually considered dropping the idea entirely of staying on schedule for this episode simply because I wasn’t able to have one prepared as my focus has not been on loving later life…literally.

However, I think that on some level I knew I would feel the need to debrief after this experience…even if it meant it wasn’t as perfect as I could make it. I think I also knew on some level that there would be some important take-away’s that I would want to share with you since we all at some point or another go through difficult times.

I deeply believe that sharing our stories and vulnerabilities opens the door for others to do the same. Please join me.

Not be missed take-ways:

  1. Ageism works both ways, and it is equally wrong.

  2. Though we often can’t control a situation we are facing, we can accept it and we CAN control how we look at it, and what we do with it.

  3. It takes pushing to make a tree strong enough to keep growing.

  4. It was not in spite of the adversity they survive, but it is because of it, that they thrive. We can turn adversity into something beautiful and wonderful.

  5. Sharing our stories and vulnerabilities opens the door for others to do the same.

And your mission, that I hope you’ll choose to accept…

Join me in working on accepting the things we cannot change with the mindset that we can do what we need to do when we need to do it. Acknowledge and fully embrace all the goodness that there is and make the very most of it. Love, allow love in, and search out those who lift you up and appreciate you for who you are.


Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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How a Sense of Community and a Keychain Made…

How a Sense of Community and a Keychain Made a Magical Weekend

How a Sense of Community and a Keychain Made a Magical Weekend…and inspired this episode.

For those of you who listen regularly to Loving Later Life know that there was no episode last week as I prepared to go across the country for a workshop. I’m here to tell you that it was an incredible growth experience with many exciting take-aways, some of which I will share another time because there’s still so much I’m processing.  

The experiences I share in this episode include spontaneous adventures, realizations, and stories of the welcoming people in a town I’d never heard of, which culminate in two reminders that seemingly don’t go together; and also must.  I hope you’ll come along with me for the ride!

Not be missed take-ways:

1. Say yes to an adventure. Especially if it takes you out of your comfort zone.

2. Trust the process. When things don’t go according to plan, it can be exciting.

3. Check out Portsmouth New Hampshire

4. Packing light is overrated!

5. You are the one you’ve been waiting for.

6. Feeling a part of a community is crucial.

7. Trust the process.

8. Trust yourself.

And your mission, that I hope you’ll choose to accept…

1) Try doing something out of your ordinary routine/schedule. Change it up! Drive a different way home. Walk some place new. Go someplace new. Try something new. Your perspective will change for the better.

 

Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

 

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Carole Montgomery: Veteran of the Stand-up Comedy Scene Nationwide

Carole Montgomery:
Veteran of the Stand-Up Comedy Scene Nationwide

Do I have a guest for you! Back in April, I went to see a show called Funny Women of a Certain Age. I hadn’t been to a show for well over two years and when I heard that a show called “Funny Women of a Certain Age” was fifteen minutes from me, I knew I had to go. Not only did I laugh until I cried, which I desperately needed, I also left with tears of inspiration when Carole Montgomery the creator, ended the show saying to a predominantly female audience, it’s never too late to do anything. I knew then that I had to reach out and ask her to be a guest on Loving Later Life. And so I did! And here we are! You see, it never hurts to ask!

Carole Montgomery is a respected veteran of the stand-up scene nationwide. She has over two dozen TV credits, has headlined clubs across the U.S., starred in two Las Vegas production shows, did eleven comedy tours with Armed Forces Entertainment, and has been a featured performer for Montreal Just for Laughs and Boston and New York Comedy Festivals.

Carole is also a director and producer. In 2017 she created the live stand-up comedy show Funny Women of a Certain Age which premiered on Showtime and became the network’s highest rated comedy special for 2019 making TV history as the first comedy special to feature six women over the age of 50! In addition to her hilarious self, Carole has brought to the show some of the most respected names in comedy including Fran Drescher, Janeane Garofalo, Caroline Rhea, Teri Hatcher, Julia Scotti and many more.

In this episode, Carole openly shares the funny, touching, jaw dropping stories of her career. Don Rickles gave her the ultimate compliment of dissing her. Richard Pryor brought her to tears in the best of ways. Her stories of how she has faced ageism, sexism, and how she continues to persevere are compelling. Carole is still going strong at 64 years old bringing laughter to audiences across the country.

Needless to say, I am thrilled to have her as my guest, and I have to tell you, it was so much fun! Enjoy!

Not be missed take-ways:

1. If you throw enough shit on the wall something’s gonna stick.

2. You can’t be afraid of asking. It never hurts to ask.

3. Don’t take things personally.

4. Be kind to people. Treat people well.

5. It’s never too late to do anything.

6. Funny never gets old.

And your mission, that I hope you’ll choose to accept…

1) Stop to compliment someone or do something nice for someone whether you know them or not. It’ll make their day, and yours.

2) Laugh. There is so much stress in our lives and in our world, go out of your way to search for a way to laugh. Maybe it’s a comedy show. Maybe it’s watching funny videos online, being with friends who make you laugh, or going to Showtime and watching Funny Women of a Certain Age! Laughter is medicine for your soul.

3) Share this episode with someone that you feel would enjoy it!

–Follow Carole on Instagram @carolemontgomerycomic 

–Follow on Facebook: Carole Montgomery comedian 

–Follow Carole on Twitter: @nationalmom

To find out more about Carole and Funny Women of a Certain Age:

www.carolemontgomery.com

www.funnywomenofacertainage.com

www.funnynevergetsold.com


Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

 

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